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This Week’s Episode:
Congressman Mike Lawler Interview
- Constituent Services: Congressman Lawler highlighted his continued efforts to meet with constituents, with plans for town hall meetings. Last year, he closed over 5,000 cases and passed 11 bills through the House, 6 of which became law.
- Funding & Legislation: Lawler secured $38 million for the district through community project funding and aims to bring more funds and grants to the area.
- Legislative Process: Lawler discussed differences between Congress and the New York Assembly, emphasizing the robust committee process in Congress.
- Government Spending: Discussed waste, fraud, and abuse in government spending, particularly through USAID. He aims to reform government programs to ensure efficiency.
- Tax Policy & Affordability: Lawler pushed for lifting the cap on the SALT deduction and emphasized reducing costs for middle-class and working-class families.
- Government Efficiency: Supports the Department of Government Efficiency’s efforts to reduce waste and revamp the appropriations process.
- Foreign Affairs: As the Chair of the Middle East Subcommittee and Vice Chair for Communications on the Financial Services Committee, Lawler is focused on stability in the Middle East and scrutinizing U.S. aid to Ukraine.
- Bipartisanship: He underscored his dedication to creating bipartisan support for impactful legislation.
Senator Bill Weber Interview
- Congestion Pricing: Senator Weber expressed gratitude to the Trump administration for halting the $9 congestion pricing tax for drivers entering New York City below 60th Street. He hopes this tax will not resurface.
- MTA Service Issues: Rockland County residents face a $40 million value gap due to poor service from the MTA. Weber criticized MTA leadership for acknowledging the service issues without presenting solutions.
- Transportation Alternatives: While exploring additional commuting options such as increased bus lines and ferry services, Weber stressed the need for long-term transportation planning and infrastructure improvements.
- Tax Concerns: He warned against potential future taxes that could negatively impact Rockland residents, emphasizing the high existing costs of commuting into New York City.
3. Seth Breslaw from Brenner Tools Interview
- Smart Water Assistant Device: Breslaw introduced the Phyn Smart Water Assistant, a device that detects leaks, prevents floods, and allows remote water shutoff via a mobile app.
- Functionality: The device can alert homeowners to potential issues such as freezing pipes or dripping faucets, helping avoid expensive repairs and water waste.
- Entrepreneurial Journey: Breslaw shared his story of developing innovative plumbing tools, including the “Smakt” tool, which increases efficiency in plumbing installations.
- Future Innovations: He expressed interest in developing a gas leak detection device, highlighting the importance of safety and proactive maintenance for homeowners.
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More stories:
Suffern High School Student Arrested After Fight Leaves Staff Member Injured
SUFFERN, NY— A 16-year-old student was arrested Friday after a fight inside Suffern High School left a staff member injured, according to police. The Ramapo Police Department said officers responded to the school after receiving reports of a fight in progress involving two students. Authorities said that when school staff attempted to intervene and break…
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‘Bare Wires’ Podcast Expanded, New Episode Features Lawler
Latest video podcast is available now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple. By Kim Anderson STONY POINT, NY— Brion Hayman, a longtime Stony Point Town resident known for his work in education, business and community engagement, is continuing to widen his reach with Bare Wires, the interview podcast he launched after building a studio from the…
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Spring Valley man sentenced to 12 years for fatal crash
NEW CITY, NY — A Spring Valley man was sentenced to 12 years in state prison after pleading guilty in connection with a 2025 crash that killed a 4-year-old girl and seriously injured two others, authorities said. Thomas E. Walsh II, the district attorney for Rockland County District Attorney’s Office, announced that Axel I. Lopez-Santiago,…
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Daylight Savings Time begins Sunday, March 8th
NEW CITY, NY— Residents across Rockland County are being reminded to set their clocks ahead this weekend as Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 8. Officials with the Rockland County Department of Health said the time change is also a good opportunity for households to review important safety and preparedness measures while adjusting to the…
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Longtime Public Safety Servant D’Alisera dies at 47
Rockland County, NY— Rockland County is mourning the loss of one of its emergency communications professionals, a veteran dispatcher whose career in public safety spanned more than three decades in Rockland County. Police Dispatcher Dominick J. D’Alisera died March 3, 2026, at the age of 47. D’Alisera joined the Ramapo Police Department in 2022 after…
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Suspected illicit lab investigated in Tallman
Tallman, NY — Authorities are investigating a suspected secret laboratory discovered Thursday at a residence in Tallman in the town of Ramapo, prompting a large emergency response and a temporary road closure, police said. The Ramapo Police Department said officers were notified around 11 a.m. March 5 by the Rockland County Department of Health about…
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This Week’s Featured Event:
Rockland Music Fest: Sept 2025
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