Rockland Reporter

There were 22 fewer active legal licenses in Rockland County in April compared to the previous month, according to the NYS Attorney Registrations.

Bipartisan Remote Access Security Act advances from House committee

The Remote Access Security Act, a bipartisan bill initiated by Representative Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) and co-led by Jeff Jackson (D-NC-14), Rich McCormick (R-GA-06), and Jasmine Crockett (D-TX-30), has successfully advanced from the House Foreign Affairs Committee. This legislation aims to address a loophole in U.S. export control laws that is currently being exploited by China.

McGowan calls for transparency in New York City's migrant aid spending

Assemblyman John McGowan (R,C-Rockland) attended a press conference hosted by Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) to call for greater transparency regarding taxpayer-funded humanitarian assistance for the ongoing migrant crisis in New York City. The 2023-24 State Budget allocated an additional $1 billion to help mitigate the crisis; however, it lacks oversight or direction on how those taxpayer dollars will be spent. In total, $4.3 billion has been spent on migrants, and recently, the no-bid contractor from New York City, DocGo, which was overseeing their relocation, is...

New legislation introduced to aid American victims of terror

Today, Rep. Mike Lawler (NY-17) formally introduced the American Victims of Terror Compensation Act, co-led by Reps. Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11), and Dan Goldman (NY-10). The announcement was made during a press conference at the US Capitol, attended by Reps. Gottheimer and Malliotakis as well as victims advocacy groups.

Pat Defeciani, former Clarkstown North Senior High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Baseball Championship

His team enters the tournament as a number two seed.

Tommy Kreider, former Clarkstown South Senior High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Baseball Championship

First game takes place on Friday, May 17.

Jake Confrey, former Albertus Magnus High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Baseball Championship

They open the tournament against Christopher Newport Captains.

Senator Bill Weber discusses Police Week on May 15, 2024

On May 15, 2024, Senator Bill Weber spoke about Police Week. Representing the 38th Senate District, Weber is a Republican and Conservative party member who actively follows the New York State Senate.

House approves Lawler-Carbajal-Van Orden bills to combat PFAS contamination

The U.S. House of Representatives has approved a collection of bipartisan bills introduced by Representatives Mike Lawler (R-NY-17), Salud Carbajal’s (D-CA-24), and Derrick Van Orden (R-WI-03). These bills aim to mitigate the risk of persistent chemicals near airports. The bills are part of the bicameral aviation policy package now on its way to President Joe Biden’s desk for his signature.

Stefan Kurpick, former Suffern Senior High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Baseball Championship

His team enters the tournament as a number three seed.

Sean Foody, former Tappan Zee High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Baseball Championship

First game takes place on Thursday, May 16.

Joshua Lopez, former Nanuet Senior High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Baseball Championship

They open the tournament against Franklin Pierce Ravens.

Melissa Orlick, former Suffern Senior High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

Her team enters the tournament as a number two seed.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Rockland County in week ending May 11?

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Rockland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

Congressman Lawler ranked fourth most bipartisan member of 118th Congress

Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) has announced his ranking as the 4th-most bipartisan member of Congress, according to the recently published Bipartisan Index from the Lugar Center and Georgetown University's McCourt School of Public Policy.

Dr. Mary P. Leahy: A medical leader and woman of distinction

Mary P. Leahy, MD, MHA, CEO of Bon Secours Charity Health System and a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), is a respected figure in the medical field. With over 30 years of practice as a board-certified Internist, Dr. Leahy's career has been marked by dedication, collaboration, and community service.

Hudson River Protection Act passes U.S. House, moves closer to becoming law