Government

  • State Senators Call for Overhaul of New York’s Corrections System Following Inmate Death

    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 conditions, and comprehensive legislative […]

  • Spring Valley Board Meeting Focuses on Personnel, Finance, and Development

    By Joanne Louis-Paul RAMAPO, NY – The Village of Spring Valley’s Board of Trustees convened for its regular meeting on Tuesday, February 18, addressing a range of issues including personnel decisions, financial approvals, and significant zoning and development proposals. The meeting was held both in person at 200 N. Main St. and virtually via Zoom, […]

  • Rockland OBC Marks Three Years of Enforcement in Spring Valley

    New City, NY – February 14th marks the third anniversary of the Rockland County Office of Buildings and Codes (OBC), an initiative that began when the New York State Department of State ordered the county to take over the Village of Spring Valley’s Building Department on February 14, 2022. Since its launch, OBC has conducted […]

  • Rockland County Reacts as Orange County Legislators Push to Withdraw from MTA

    New City, NY – A new legislative proposal introduced by Senator James Skoufis (D-Orange County) seeks to withdraw Orange County from the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), a move that has sparked strong reactions from neighboring Rockland County officials. The bill, S.4288, co-sponsored in the State Assembly by Assemblyman Jonathan Jacobson (D-Newburgh), highlights long-standing frustrations over […]

  • Harckham Sworn In for 4th Term in NYS Senate

    Albany, NY – New York State Senator Pete Harckham officially began his fourth term in office on Wednesday, as he was sworn in for the start of the 2025 legislative session in Albany. The ceremony marked a significant milestone for Harckham, who has represented his district with a focus on environmental conservation and community advocacy. […]

  • 2025 Upper Nyack Village Election: Everything You Need to Know

    The Village of Upper Nyack will hold its local elections on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, to fill the positions of Mayor and two Trustees, each for a two-year term. These are unpaid positions, and all eligible voters in the village are encouraged to participate. Election Details Voter Registration The Village of Upper Nyack uses a […]