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Haverstraw village Assistant Building Inspector Rafael Bueno Jr. fights firing in court
HAVERSTRAW VILLAGE ‒ The Board of Trustees has fired longtime Assistant Building Inspector Rafael Bueno Jr. on misconduct claims, leading the longtime inspector to challenge the decision in state court. The board found Bueno violated village code by giving a property owner information that could help him get violations dismissed in Justice Court....
Herman (Hershey) Bineth Appointed as New Member of Ramapo Planning Board Following Recent Vacancy
In a move to fill a recent vacancy, the Ramapo Town Board appointed Herman (Hershey) Bineth as a new member of the Planning Board during last night’s meeting. The vacancy arose following the resignation of a previous member, and Bineth’s appointment is seen as a significant step in ensuring the continued efficiency and effectiveness of the board.
Bumpy bike ride across the Tappan Zee; East Ramapo tensions; back to school: Angle
Happy Labor Day! It's the unofficial end of summer (which actually ends Sept. 22) so that means school's just around the corner. Go here to find our list of when Lower Hudson Valley districts head back to school and a review of just some of the big educational issues facing kids in Rockland County and across New York. ...
Take a look at some of Westchester's most expensive apartments
It's no secret that apartments are springing up seemingly out of nowhere every year in Westchester. And while the median gross rent was about $1,762 in the county in 2022 (according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey), there is a sliver of renters willing to go above that range to get what they truly want in an apartment. ...
Town of Ramapo and Spring Valley Officials Meet to Move Forward and Finalize Plans for Union Road, Elm Street, and Anthony Drive Intersection Improvements
In a continued effort to improve traffic safety and efficiency in Ramapo, local officials met today to discuss actionable steps for addressing ongoing concerns at the intersection of Union Road, Elm Street, and Anthony Drive. The meeting, hosted by Town Of Ramapo Supervisor Michael Specht and Ramapo Chief Of Staff Mona Montel, was attended Spring Valley Deputy Mayor Yisroel Eisenbach, Spring Valley Trustee Asher Grossman, Ramapo Highway Superintendent Fred Brinn, Ramapo Police Chief Dan Hyman, Ramapo Police Lieutenant Blaine Howell, and Ramapo Police Sergeant Christopher Rogers, was marked by a productive exchange of ideas and a commitment to swift action.
Supervisor Spotlight – Stony Point’s Jim Monaghan
35 year Stony Point resident Jim Monaghan has a busy schedule. Beyond his two children, his wife and his brand new granddaughter, he currently serves as the Stony Point Supervisor. The Supervisor role is a job that is not your normal 9 to 5. His calendar is packed with events in and around Stony Point, and through a simple conversation it quickly becomes obvious how much Monaghan enjoys his ability to have a direct impact on his community. Monaghan comes from a background of community service, albeit as a law enforcement officer rather than on a town board. Monaghan spent 29 years in New York City working for the NYPD before he retired from the police force in 2014. Within a year, he ran for Town Council Supervisor. Monaghan mentioned that at the time of his first run he did not see himself “…as a politician, or [as] a political person”. 10 years later working as Stony Point’s Town Supervisor, Monaghan says “I still don’t consider myself a politician”. He sees himself instead as a man who has spent much of his life in Stony Point and sees the role as an “opportunity to help the town that (he) lives in”.
Op/Ed: Thriving in Orthodox Rockland: Planning for Your Business’ Future
NEW CITY, NY – If you conduct business in Rockland County, you are probably aware of the growing Orthodox Jewish community based in Monsey, NY. Still, many residents of Clarkstown, Orangetown and parts of Haverstraw may not have considered how severely the growth of this community will impact their businesses and suburban lifestyle. It is time for businesses and organizations to begin planning a strategy for surviving – and even thriving – amidst the changing demographic landscape of Rockland County.
It's Labor Day weekend in North Jersey! Make plans with our 2024 list of things to do
As August comes to a close, so do many outdoor concert series. But, you can still catch several shows throughout the area this weekend - Total Soul in Little Falls, Mushmouth in Belleville, Jazz Under the Stars in Englewood, the Kootz in Fair Lawn and Rockaway, Fillet of Soul in Hackensack and the Big Ones in Park Ridge (with fireworks!). Plus, the Puerto Rock Steady festival returns to Paterson with Method Man, Redman and more. Live...
Peekskill City School District Prepares for Back-to-School
The Peekskill City School District in Peekskill, NY is welcoming students back to school next week on Tuesday, with Pre-Kindergarten and high school students having staggered entry on September 3rd and 4th. Dr. Mauricio has shared important back-to-school information in a letter which can be accessed at https://bit.ly/3Xq310G. The school administrators, teachers, and staff are eager to see the children and begin the new school year. The district extends thanks for the continued partnership and wishes all families and staff a wonderful weekend.
7000+ Hand-Carved Jack-o-Lanterns Light Up Westchester, New York
Last year, I took a tour of The Great Jack O' Lantern Blaze at Van Cortlandt Manor for my birthday, and let me tell you, it was one of the most beautiful and exciting experiences that I've had! So, you know I'll be back this year once things open up! Not just that, but celebrate their 20th year doing the blaze!
County Equips School Buses With Stop-Arm Cameras In Hudson Valley
A Hudson Valley county is ensuring drivers are fined for not stopping for a stopped school bus by installing new stop-arm cameras.Rockland County Executive Ed Day announced on Tuesday, Aug. 27, that stop-arm cameras have been installed on nearly all school buses countywide in time for the 2024 scho…
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