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 4,000 inspections and issued more than 16,000 … [Read more...] about Rockland OBC Marks Three Years of Enforcement in Spring Valley
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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 … [Read more...] about Rockland County Reacts as Orange County Legislators Push to Withdraw from MTA
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. Harckham was joined by his Albany … [Read more...] about Harckham Sworn In for 4th Term in NYS Senate
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 voter registration list from the Rockland … [Read more...] about 2025 Upper Nyack Village Election: Everything You Need to Know
Hochul Expands New York’s Food Donation, Recycling Program to Fight Hunger and Reduce Waste
Albany, NY – New York State Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation to expand New York’s Food Donation and Food Scraps Recycling Program, building on the success of a state initiative that has diverted 32 million pounds of food to families in need since its launch in 2022. The program also advances New York's climate goals by reducing food waste and associated greenhouse … [Read more...] about Hochul Expands New York’s Food Donation, Recycling Program to Fight Hunger and Reduce Waste