BY MICHAEL CASTELLUCCIO April 28, 2016–When Ramapo Supervisor Christopher St. Lawrence was arrested two weeks ago, U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara said it was the first municipal-bond related criminal securities fraud case brought against a public official. St. Lawrence was charged with 22 counts of securities fraud, wire fraud, and conspiracy for selling over $150 million […]
By County Executive Ed Day Look what happens when you make it known that Rockland is open for business Chinese tour operators spend the day visiting and word of all that Rockland has to offer reaches back to their native land. Golden Krust Bakery, a company founded by Jamaican immigrants, moves its operations from the Bronx […]
By Legislator Lon Hofstein, Republican minority leader The safety of our own municipal buildings, and the people who work there, has been of great concern to us even before a gunman opened fire on people attending a Health Department meeting in San Bernardino, California. People who visit and or conduct business at our Rockland County […]
By Legislator Aney Paul (D-Nanuet) Deputy Majority Leader Rockland County Legislature With the weather improving over the last few weeks, it’s that time of year to toss off our coats and head outside for fresh air and leisurely strolls. The best places to take advantage of that are all around you and free of […]
East Ramapo parent and activist picks up debate where Thomas DePrisco and Trustee Grossman left off OP-ED BY “POWER OF TEN” FOUNDER STEVEN WHITE Thank you to the Rockland County Times for hosting a much needed debate between Pearl River School Board member and candidate for NY Senate Thomas DePrisco and East Ramapo District Trustee […]
New York Assemblyman James Skoufis surprised the Rockland and Orange political community on Tuesday, announcing that he’s suspended his campaign for state Senate and instead decided to run for another term in the state Assembly. His only announced opponent for Assembly thus far is Republican Colin Schmitt, who as a 2012 candidate for the same […]