To the Editor: Now that the CSEA county contract has been ratified by the Rockland County Legislature, I have to commend all parties involved who worked together to formalize the agreement. Our members are making some serious sacrifices in order to help the county through these tough times, which shows their dedication to the citizens […]
PRESS RELEASE “The How and the Why,” a new play by Sarah Treem, writer/producer of HBO’s In Treatment, will be presented October 5 through October 28 at Penguin Rep Theatre in Stony Point, New York. Staged by artistic director Joe Brancato, “The How and the Why” stars Obie Award winner Gordana Rashovich and Olivia Horton, […]
BY VINCENT ABBATECOLA Review of “End of Watch” They patrol our towns. They watch our streets. They bring criminals to justice. They are police officers, everyday heroes who put their lives on the line so they can protect ours. But, they are equally as determined to protect their comrades as well. To paraphrase Officer […]
NYPD Now Video Taping All Interrogation of Suspects Last week New York Police Commissioner Ray Kelly announced that suspects in all murder, sex crime, and felony assault cases will be recorded during their interrogations with police. Kelly said recording what police officers and suspects say is practical, helpful, and safeguards civil rights. The recordings will […]
Puddin’ Don’t is a creation of Jake Barlow, inspired by all manner of silliness, like Berkeley Breathed’s Bill the Cat, Chuck Norris Facts, The movie Machete, and the great Marty Feldman. Puddin’ Don’t can be found daily online at www.puddindont.com.
Press Release Rockland County Clerk Paul Piperato announced last week that Rockland County has started to electronically record (eRecord) real estate and land use records this month. This enhancement is expected to save the county approximately $125,000 dollars annually. The County Clerk’s Office normally receives approximately 65,000 paper or mailed-in documents each week. Historically, these […]