Legislation increases fine for theft of pet

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 […]

The County Executive’s Corner: Moving Toward A Brighter Future

The County Executive’s Corner: Moving Toward A Brighter Future

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 […]

Cuomo’s Office Hobbled State Ethics Inquiries

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 […]

Astorino responds to NY Times investigation into Cuomo’s obstruction of ethics panel

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 […]

LALOR: New York Shouldn’t Host Flood of Illegal Immigrants

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 […]