Town of Ramapo
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Bill Weber’s Absence from NAACP Forum Draws Sharp Criticism
Rockland County, NY – State Senator Bill Weber is facing significant backlash after choosing not to attend the NAACP’s annual pre-election forum on October 10, 2024. The event, a longstanding opportunity for candidates to engage with voters, will feature key figures like Elijah Reichlin-Melnick, but Weber’s refusal to participate has sparked outrage among the community and […]
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County Wins State Election Law Case Against New York State
NEW CITY, NY — County Executive Ed Day and County Attorney Thomas Humbach announced a legal victory for the County of Rockland against the State of New York. The lawsuit challenged a state law that would have required local elections to be held only in even-numbered years, cutting the terms of all county officials by one […]
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RCC Highlights Overwhelming Participation in National Student Success Model
Suffern, NY, October 9, 2024 — Rockland Community College (RCC) today celebrated the success and expansion of the Advancing Success in Associate Pathways (ASAP) program, a transformative initiative designed to boost student retention, completion rates, and narrow opportunity gaps. Joined by state and local lawmakers, students, and SUNY officials, RCC leaders highlighted the benefits of this two-year […]
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STOP DWI’s Save a Life Tour
Ramapo, NY – On Friday, September 27th, Supervisor Michael Specht and Deputy Supervisor Brendel Logan-Charles participated in the STOP DWI’s Save A Life Tour, a powerful and transformative safe driving awareness program aimed at educating the public about the dangers of impaired and distracted driving. The event, which highlights critical safe driving practices, seeks to reduce traffic fatalities by promoting responsible decision-making […]
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Reading Shakespeare Sundays at Harmony Hall 2024
Sloatsburg, NY – Bare Bones is excited to present Reading Shakespeare Sundays 2024 at Harmony Hall, offering a free-to-all table read of some of Shakespeare’s most iconic plays on various Sundays through December. This event invites readers and listeners alike to immerse themselves in the works of the Bard in a casual, welcoming environment. Each table read will last […]
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Alejandra Silva: First Latin American Woman to be Town Justice
Ramapo, NY – Congratulations to the Honorable Alejandra Silva, who was recently honored by the Rockland County Legislature for her historic achievement as the first Latina to serve as Town Justice in the Town of Ramapo. The recognition was part of the county’s celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. The award was presented to Judge Silva during a […]