• New York State Implements New Registry for Public Work Contractors and Subcontractors

    Starting December 30, 2024, contractors and subcontractors involved in public work projects or certain private projects under Article 8 of the New York State Labor Law will be required to register with the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL). The new mandate, outlined in Labor Law Section 220-i, establishes a formal registry aimed at […]

  • Manhattan Congestion Zone Rates: More Information Drivers Need to Know

    With Congestion Relief Zone tolling set to begin on January 5, 2025, drivers heading into Manhattan should prepare for a sliding scale toll system, a detail not often discussed in recent media coverage. Rockland County has recently reinitiated its lawsuit to battle the congestion pricing plan, as discussed by County Executive Ed Day in a […]

  • Rockland Marks Universal Human Rights Month with Interfaith Forum

    NEW CITY, NY – Rockland County commemorated International Human Rights Day with an Interfaith Forum hosted by County Executive Ed Day and Human Rights Commissioner Spencer Chiimbwe. The event, held at the Pomona Health Complex, celebrated the County’s diversity and commitment to safeguarding human rights while fostering dialogue among faith leaders, advocates, and community members. […]

  • Continuing the Conversation on the Future of River Hook Preserve

    In a continued effort to foster community dialogue, Mayor Karen A. Tarapata invites residents to the next community meeting on the future of River Hook Preserve. This pivotal discussion will take place on Saturday, January 25, 2025, from 1-3 pm at Upper Nyack Elementary School. At the last meeting in early November, residents expressed a […]

  • Senator Harckham and Union Leaders Demand Increased Road Safety Funding in State Budget

    Montrose, NY — A coalition of elected officials and union leaders from the Hudson Valley convened at the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local 137 Training Center to advocate for significant investments in road safety and infrastructure in the next New York State Budget. The group is urging the allocation of $800 million in […]

  • Daily Update: Dec 9, 2024 – Interview with County Executive Ed Day

    Also available on Spotify – click here to listen to the episode Today’s Sponsor: ON TODAY’S PODCAST: INTERVIEW WITH COUNTY EXECUTIVE ED DAY Topics covered during this episode: Stay updated on Rockland’s latest stories by visiting Rockland News. More stories: This Week’s Featured Event: Thanks for joining us on this week’s edition of the Rockland […]