By Rockland News Editorial Staff CONGERS, NY - We don't even know where to begin with this article. On Thursday, Representative Mike Lawler of New York faced criticism after a photo resurfaced from 2006, showing him in blackface while impersonating Michael Jackson. The image, first reported by The New York Times, shows Lawler as a college student dressed as Jackson from … [Read more...] about Rep. Lawler Issues Apology for Really Dumb Costume Choice in 2006 (The College Years)
Towns of Rockland County, NY
County Executive Day Unveils Proposed 2025 Budget with Property Tax Cut
New City, NY — Rockland County Executive Ed Day presented his proposed 2025 budget, totaling $876 million, at the Robert Yeager Health Complex in Pomona on Tuesday. A highlight of the proposal is a 2% reduction in county property taxes, marking a second consecutive year of tax cuts for Rockland residents. “I am proposing a consecutive 2% County property tax cut in our … [Read more...] about County Executive Day Unveils Proposed 2025 Budget with Property Tax Cut
Clarkstown’s Annual Halloween K-9 Costume Contest
Clarkstown, NY – Get ready to dress up your furry friend and join the Town of Clarkstown for its annual Halloween K-9 Costume Contest! Dogs of all sizes are welcome to compete in three fun categories: Scariest, Most Original, and Cutest. Prizes will be awarded for both small dogs (under 25 pounds) and larger dogs (over 25 pounds) in each category. Dog license registration … [Read more...] about Clarkstown’s Annual Halloween K-9 Costume Contest
Dunkin’ Celebrates Grand Reopening with Donation to NRHS
Stony Point, NY, October 2, 2024 — Dunkin’ fans and community members gathered at 291 Willow Grove Road in Stony Point on September 25 to celebrate the grand reopening of Dunkin’s newly remodeled next-generation restaurant. The event was marked by giveaways, a ribbon-cutting ceremony, and a special donation to North Rockland High School. Dunkin’ franchisee Kishan Patel … [Read more...] about Dunkin’ Celebrates Grand Reopening with Donation to NRHS
Harckham Receives Endorsements from Two Law Enforcement Organizations
Peekskill, NY — Pete Harckham, who is running for a fourth term in the New York State Senate, has been endorsed by two prominent law enforcement organizations: the Westchester County Corrections Officers Benevolent Association (WCOBA) and the Police Conference of New York, Inc. (PCNY). These endorsements were announced in two separate letters to Harckham, who has … [Read more...] about Harckham Receives Endorsements from Two Law Enforcement Organizations