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  • Rockland NY Granted Restraining Order Against NYC, After County Files Lawsuit Against New York City

    In an unprecedented move, the County of Rockland has successfully secured a Temporary Restraining Order from the New York Supreme Court on Thursday, blocking New York City and Mayor Eric Adams from establishing a migrant shelter at the Armoni Inn and Suites in Orangeburg. The proposed shelter was slated to house 340 migrants, an addition […]

  • Rockland County Sues New York City, Urges Residents to Contact Federal Government to Halt Migration Plans

    New City, NY – In a bold move, Rockland County Executive Ed Day and Orangetown Town Supervisor have announced decisive enforcement actions against the Armoni Inn & Suites Hotel in Orangeburg and the City of New York. The legal battle stems from the City’s recent announcement to house over 300 migrants in the hotel, an […]

  • NY State Senator Harckham Calls for More Federal Support Amid Rising Immigration Influx

    In response to the growing number of migrants being relocated to New York City each week, New York State Senator Pete Harckham has called for increased federal support to address the ongoing immigration issue. He emphasized the need for humane treatment and kindness for the thousands of people migrating across the southern border of the […]

  • More Rockland Officials and Legislators Respond to NYC to Orangeburg Migrant Housing Plan

    In response to New York City’s plan to relocate 340 migrant males to a hotel in Orangeburg, Rockland County, a host of public officials have voiced their concerns, prompting Rockland County Executive Ed Day to declare a state of emergency for 30 days. Rockland County Legislature Chairman Jay Hood Jr. was among the officials who […]

  • PENGUIN REP THEATRE ANNOUNCES ITS 45TH SEASON: A CELEBRATION OF LAUGHTER & LOVE

    STONY POINT, NY — Penguin Rep Theatre, the professional theatre company housed in a charmingly repurposed 1880 barn, has begun its 45th season for 2023, promising a delightful mix of laughter and love. Under the guidance of founding Artistic Director, Joe Brancato, and Executive Director, Andrew M. Horn, the company kicked off the season on […]

  • Town of Orangetown Serves Violation Notices to Armoni Hotel

    Rockland County State of Emergency Declared Amid Armoni Inn and Suites Controversy On Sunday, May 7th, the Orangetown Building Inspector issued a Notice of Violation to the Armoni Inn and Suites, following an inspection carried out by the Town’s Fire Inspector and Assistant Building Inspector. The inspection revealed that the hotel was undergoing preparations to […]