David Fried announced this week that former President Bill Clinton formally endorsed his candidacy for Rockland County Executive. Fried said the endorsement was conveyed by Rep. Nita Lowey at a fundraiser that was hosted by Adam & Denise Lipson for Fried. President Clinton gave the following endorsement: “I worked closely with David Fried when he […]
REPORT BY MICHAEL RICONDA During a heated debate on environmental concerns between county executive candidates at Clarkstown Town Hall on April 18, candidate and Suffern Mayor Dagan LaCorte might have not only dropped an incorrect park budget figure, but also failed to grasp the scope of funding going to Rockland parks. Both during and after […]
From www.midhudsonnews.com GOSHEN – Citing his health concerns and desire to spend more time with his family, Orange County Executive Edward Diana announced Tuesday that he will not seek reelection this fall. He feels his administration has accomplished much in his almost 12 years. His long list of accomplishments was topped by what he called […]
Rockland County Legislator Ed Day has submitted a resolution opposing pending state legislation that, if passed, would cost Rockland taxpayers nearly $1.5 million. At issue is pending legislation (S01461/A0689) that would establish early voting in New York State. The stated purpose is to enhance and improve upon voter rates and involvement in the electoral process. […]
Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman, the LGBT movement and the National Football League (NFL) today announced new efforts underway within the NFL to “promote a culture of inclusion” and protect any gay players from discrimination and harassment based on sexual orientation. Schneidermann’s plan includes a requirement to post posters in NFL locker rooms conveying the NFL’s […]
BY MICHAEL RICONDA The Rockland Water Coalition hosted an occasionally heated debate between candidates for county executive on the evening of April 18, covering issues ranging from United Water’s proposed desalination plant in Haverstraw to the continued issues surrounding Indian Point. The debate had five participants: Suffern mayor Dagan LaCorte, County Legislator Ilan Schoenberger, former […]