Albany, NY – Four New York State Senators—Pete Harckham, Michelle Hinchey, Rachel May, and James Skoufis—issued a joint statement calling for significant reforms in the state’s corrections system following the death of incarcerated individual Robert Brooks. The senators, representing districts with state prisons, emphasized the need for greater accountability, improved working … [Read more...] about State Senators Call for Overhaul of New York’s Corrections System Following Inmate Death
Pomplin honored with Proclamation During Black History Month
Piermont, NY – In a ceremony held during Black History Month, Orangetown Supervisor Teresa Kenny presented a proclamation to Chief Daniel Goswick of the Piermont Fire Department, honoring the legacy of firefighter Thomas Pomplin. Pomplin, an African-American resident of Orangetown and a dedicated member of the Piermont Fire Department, died on August 5, 1854, while responding … [Read more...] about Pomplin honored with Proclamation During Black History Month
Kenny Joins Rockland Read-In at Lincoln Avenue Elementary School
Pearl River, NY – Town of Orangetown Supervisor Teresa Kenny delighted third graders at Lincoln Avenue Elementary School last Friday as part of the Annual Rockland Read-In event. Kenny brought enthusiasm and joy to Ms. Walmsley’s classroom, reading one of her all-time favorite books, All Pigs Are Beautiful by Dick King-Smith. The Rockland Read-In, a cherished tradition, … [Read more...] about Kenny Joins Rockland Read-In at Lincoln Avenue Elementary School
Smith Honored as First Woman, Latina Commander of National Guard’s 53rd Troop Command
Camp Smith, NY – Brigadier General Isabel Rivera Smith, a trailblazing military leader and the first woman and Latina to command the New York Army National Guard’s 53rd Troop Command, was honored with a special Senate Proclamation and medal on Tuesday by New York State Senator Pete Harckham. The recognition took place at the Camp Smith Training Site, highlighting General … [Read more...] about Smith Honored as First Woman, Latina Commander of National Guard’s 53rd Troop Command
Proposed Legislation Aims to Ease Financial Burden for First-Time Homebuyers in NY
Albany, NY – New York State Senator Pete Harckham and Assemblymember Linda Rosenthal have introduced new legislation that could provide significant financial relief to first-time homebuyers by exempting them from paying the mortgage recording tax. This tax is typically imposed by municipalities for legally recording a deed, mortgage, or other documents related to home … [Read more...] about Proposed Legislation Aims to Ease Financial Burden for First-Time Homebuyers in NY