New City, NY - Rockland County Executive Ed Day and Director Susan Branam of the Rockland County Veterans Service Agency are set to recognize the exceptional contributions of two esteemed local military heroes on Wednesday, February 14th. The annual presentation of the Buffalo Soldiers Award will honor outstanding African American veterans residing in Rockland County. … [Read more...] about Rockland County to Honor Local Military Heroes with Buffalo Soldiers Award
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Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski Announces Decision Not to Seek Re-election
Today, Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski (D-Rockland) shared his decision to not seek re-election in a heartfelt statement. Serving as a member of the N.Y.S. Assembly for an impressive seventeen years, he expressed deep gratitude to the residents of Rockland County for entrusting him with the privilege of representing their interests and advocating for their neighborhoods throughout … [Read more...] about Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski Announces Decision Not to Seek Re-election
Regional Council Capital Fund Offers Grants for Economic Development Projects
Through the Regional Council Capital Fund, organizations can access capital grant funding to support economic development projects aimed at job creation or retention, addressing unemployment and underemployment, and boosting economic activity in communities or regions. This assistance program encompasses three primary categories: The application deadline for these … [Read more...] about Regional Council Capital Fund Offers Grants for Economic Development Projects
Rep. Lawler Lifts Ban on Registered Journalists at Press Conferences
PEARL RIVER, NY - U.S. Rep. Mike Lawler, R-Pearl River, reversed his decision to ban the press from his congressional Town Hall meetings after facing criticism from various groups and political opponents. This change was announced in a press release sent on a Friday evening. Lawler, who initially imposed the ban in 2023 to reduce grandstanding and maintain a focus on … [Read more...] about Rep. Lawler Lifts Ban on Registered Journalists at Press Conferences
Elijah Reichlin-Melnick Sets Fundraising Record in State Senate Campaign
Rockland County, NY - Former Senator Elijah Reichlin-Melnick (D-Rockland) has reported a remarkable fundraising achievement in his 2024 State Senate campaign. According to the January 2024 periodic campaign filing, Reichlin-Melnick has raised over $77,000, surpassing the incumbent Republican Bill Weber's fundraising efforts by 28%. In just seven months since launching his 2024 … [Read more...] about Elijah Reichlin-Melnick Sets Fundraising Record in State Senate Campaign