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Senate Passes Harckham Bill to Advance Municipal Renewable Energy Projects
Albany, NY – New York State Senator Pete Harckham celebrated a significant legislative victory as the State Senate passed his bill (S.1179) for the fifth consecutive year. The bill aims to facilitate the installation of carport solar arrays on parking lots within public parks, empowering local governments to expand renewable energy initiatives. This legislation aligns…
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Guilty Plea in Sexual Abuse Case
Rockland County District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II announced today that Francisco Lopez-Gomez, 45, of the Bronx, New York, has pleaded guilty to Sexual Abuse in the First Degree, a Class D Felony. The incident occurred on June 15, 2017, during a birthday party at Rockland Lake State Park. The victim, a seven-year-old child at…
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Nanuet School District 10th Annual Art Exhibition
Celebrating Student Artwork Grades K-12 Theme: “Potential” Date: March 11 to March 22 Location: Palisades Center Mall (Lower Level – next to H&M) Award Ceremony: Sponsors: Join us in celebrating the creativity and talent of Nanuet students at this special exhibition. Over 100 works of art will be displayed throughout the mall. Don’t miss the…
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Village of Upper Nyack Election Results
Upper Nyack, NY – The Village of Upper Nyack conducted elections on March 19, 2024, resulting in the election or re-election of the following officials: The official announcement was made by Georgia R. Grandstaff, Village Clerk, on March 20, 2024. Congratulations to the newly elected officials, and we look forward to their service to the…
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Rabbi Sues Town of Ramapo For Flying Israeli Flag
RAMAPO, NY – In a developing legal confrontation, Ramapo faces a lawsuit from a Satmar Rabbi, Leibish Iliovits, challenging the display of an Israeli flag on government property. The lawsuit, filed in Rockland County Supreme Court, cites New York State law against flying foreign nations’ flags on government buildings, naming Town Supervisor Michael Specht as…
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Rockland Schools March Forward for Physical Activity Awareness
New City, NY – Teachers and students across Rockland County recently participated in the 12th Annual March Forward initiative, held from February 29 to March 15, 2024. Organized by the Rockland County School Health and Wellness Coalition, March Forward aims to raise awareness among educators and students about the importance of physical activity for learning…