Letter to the Editor: Outraged over Bullying

Dear Editor, Recently I have reached out to public libraries, asking for an opportunity to speak to parents as well as kids, about the effects of cyber bullying/bullying, while also giving parents tips about social media. I spoke with representatives at the New City, Valley Cottage and Nyack libraries, while Nanuet and West Nyack never […]

Beautification and Quality of Life Discussed at Clarkstown Board Workshop

BY VINNY MURPHY With no police matters on the agenda, the focus of Clarkstown’s Town Board Workshop Tuesday, July 31ย quickly turned to town beautification and quality of life. After a brief introduction by Town Planner Jose Simoes, Charles Maneri, community Character and Design Committee chairman, presentedย three projects focused on making Clarkstown โ€œan attractive place to […]

Councilwoman Luanne Konopko Urges Stony Pointers to Attend EPA-Sponsored Workshop

The Town of Stony Point is hosting an EPA-sponsored workshop that Councilwoman Luanne Konopko says “is designed to help chart a course for Stony Point’s future.” Konopko said, “I know everyone is busy, but this is an important opportunity for the community to have a discussion with elected officials, representativesย from public agencies, and economic development […]

Lowdown on April 3 Clarkstown Town Board Workshop/Meeting

BY MARIA MIRAKAJ BROWNSELL Community centers, senior housing and more Clarkstownโ€™s Town Board Workshop meeting was especially crowded this past Tuesday. Immediately following the workshop meeting was a special town board meeting that was only called together a few days prior. Police Chief Michael Sullivan warned residents to be careful at ATM machines, as criminal […]