BY JAMIE KEMPTON The old Sparkill firehouse on Union Street served for six decades as a bastion of public safety and hub of civic life in this close-knit Orangetown hamlet. Today, as the Union Arts Center, the building is poised to reclaim its role as a focal point and community gathering place for Sparkill’s residents […]
BARRY WARNER The majority of adults In America spend more of their waking hours at work than anywhere else, making it a prime venue for promoting healthful habits. For many workers, the encouragement of wellness can lead to better physical health, greater job satisfaction, and a more positive mental outlook. In Rockland County many businesses […]
California Based Text Message Scam Put Out of Business Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman announced a settlement last week with Game Theory LLC, a mobile-content corporation based in San Jose, California. The settlement comes following an investigation that revealed the company was sending spam text messages to New Yorkers, and then tricking them into signing […]
The Knickerbocker Fire Engine Company celebrated their 150 years of service on Saturday September 15, 2012 with a commemorative picnic. In attendance were members of the fire company, family members who use to live in Rockland Lake, 300 guests representing the Rockland County Fire Service and elected officials. The highlight of the day was John […]
By Michael Riconda A special ceremony was held at the Ramapo Town Hall at 7 p.m. on September 10 to honor the memories of those lost in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. The ceremony was attended by friends and loved ones of those lost in the attacks, the Ramapo Town Board, representatives of […]
Less polling locations are available than usual due Usually elections are held on Tuesdays, but the 2012 state and local primary elections were postponed until Thursday this week, in deference to 9/11. Another twist has been thrown voter’s way, as the Board of Elections has decided late in the game to reduce the number of […]