CLARKSTOWN WARD SYSTEM: Let the People Decide

BY MARIA BROWNSELL Clarkstown Councilmen Frank Borelli and George Hoehmann have brought the possibility of a new way of running the town of Clarkstown to the public. At the Clarkstown Town Board Workshop meeting on May 19, the room was packed to the brim with members of the public eager to discuss their ward system […]

TIMELINES, May 21, 2015

Sloatsburg accident claims life of popular Orange County man A two-vehicle accident on Sterling Mine Road in Sloatsburg on Monday resulted in the death of a 40-year-old Orange County resident known for his presence in the Piermont community. Stefan Connolly of Warwick was killed at around 2:40 a.m. when his vehicle drove over the road’s […]

Rockland County Announces Transit Schedule Changes for Memorial Day

POMONA, NY – County Executive Ed Day and the Rockland County Department of Public Transportation have announced transit schedules for Memorial Day – Monday, May 25 – and early getaway commuter service on Friday, May 22. To sign up for Transit Alerts and to see schedules, go to www.rocklandbus.com. Friday, May 22 ‐ Early Getaway Commuter Service:  […]

Bon Secours Health System and Westchester Medical Center Sign Joint Venture

BON SECOURS On Wednesday, Westchester Medical Center and the Bon Secours Charity Health System (BSCHS) announced a partnership sure to transform health care in Rockland County and the Hudson Valley. “A joint venture with Westchester Medical Center represents an unparalleled opportunity to enhance the quality of services for the people in the region and will preserve […]

Unsung Heroes: Lorraine Fleischman Makes a Difference in Children’s Lives

Unsung Heroes: Lorraine Fleischman Makes a Difference in Children’s Lives

BY JANIE ROSMAN Lorraine Fleischman enjoys helping those in need by being a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) with Mental Health Association of Rockland County. One of 7500 volunteers nationwide, she’s trained to work with children who are the subject of court cases related to abuse and neglect. “I feel it’s a wonderful organization,” the […]