The Rockland County Legislature mourns the passing of longtime Congressman Eliot Engel, who for a decade represented parts of Rockland County in the United States House of Representatives. Rep. Engel earned a reputation as a strong advocate for his constituents, working to strengthen communities through his support of healthcare reform, consumer protections, and many other […]
The initial phases of the New Tappan Zee Bridge proposed a MetroNorth line running through the middle of the two spans connecting Rockland and Westchester Counties, and maybe even giving Rockland a direct route into NYC. By the time the bridge was completed in 2017, that initial proposed train had morphed into a bus service […]
Just how much of a headache it is to commute into New York City? Rockland County has long been the red-headed step child of the New York City metropolitan area. Despite our proximity, Rockland has far less transit integration with New York City than surrounding areas. Five commuter rail stations, Coach buses, and of course […]
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) held a virtual press conference to call for a tax rebate for working families who are struggling amid rising prices and working-class job losses due to President Trump’s tariffs. Gillibrand’s Tariff Refunds for Working Families Act would use the billions of dollars in revenue generated by President Trump’s tariffs to […]
Online gambling sites are built for speed. Signing up, making a deposit, and getting started can all happen in just a few minutes. That first burst of activity is easy and inviting. Players in the U.S. and places like Rockland County often find themselves quickly drawn in by the promise of instant play. But […]
New York’s volunteer fire service saves taxpayers $3.8 billion per year. Financial and cultural changes in today’s society have resulted in a decrease in the number of volunteers, from approximately 120,000 volunteers in the early 2000s to around 80,000 today. While we are not at the point of a crisis, more volunteers are needed to […]