Governor Andrew M. Cuomo this week signed legislation that will increase the maximum fine from $200 to $1,000 for those who attempt to steal, harm, or transport a dog, cat or other pet that is not their own. “For many New Yorkers, a pet can be an extension of their family – which is why […]
By Rockland County Executive Ed Day As most of you know, Rockland County formed a Local Development Corporation (LDC) in 2013 for the purpose of selling Summit Park Hospital and Nursing Care Center. Last week, the LDC board unanimously passed a resolution to enter into a Purchase Sale Agreement, which allows for the eventual transfer […]
ROCKLAND COUNTY TIMES POLITICAL COMMENTARY Is the government doing a good enough job protecting you from the hazards of outdated sunscreen? Not according to State Senator David Carlucci. The sophomore senator thinks New Yorkers are in danger of from sunscreen over three years old and he is working to pass a new law that mandates expiration […]
With Albany rocked by a seemingly endless barrage of scandals and arrests, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo set up a high-powered commission last summer to root out corruption in state politics. It was barely two months old when its investigators, hunting for violations of campaign-finance laws, issued a subpoena to a media-buying firm that had placed millions of […]
Statement by New York Gubernatorial Candidate Rob Astorino “Governor Cuomo is in big trouble. Today’s bombshell New York Times investigative report reveals clear obstruction of justice and calculated public dishonesty by Mr. Cuomo and his subordinates. We applaud the United States Attorney for his work to levy justice on Moreland’s targets, and on those who […]
Assemblyman Kieran Michael Lalor (R,C,I – Fishkill) released a statement today criticizing Syracuse Mayor Stephanie Minor’s offer to host some of the recent flood of illegal immigrants in New York. “The answer to the illegal immigration crisis isn’t to move the problem to another part of the country,” said Lalor. “We need to send the […]