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New York representatives urge action on correction officer conditions

By Rockland Reporter | Oct 1, 2024

Last week, Congressman Mike Lawler joined a group of New York Representatives in a letter to Governor Kathy Hochul led by Congressman Brandon Williams (NY-22), highlighting concerns about workplace violence and excessive demands faced by New York’s Correction Officers.

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Bipartisan resolution introduced recognizing international day against food loss

By Rockland Reporter | Oct 1, 2024

Representatives Mike Lawler, Chellie Pingree, Lori Chavez-DeRemer, and Brian Fitzpatrick have introduced a resolution to recognize September 29th as the International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste (IDAFLW). This day is observed annually to highlight the global challenge of food loss and waste. The resolution has received support from the Zero Food Waste Coalition.

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Congressman Lawler reacts to missile attack on Israel

By Rockland Reporter | Oct 1, 2024

Today, Congressman Mike Lawler released a statement in response to Iran's missile attack on Israel.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Rockland County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Sept. 21

By Rockland Reporter | Sep 29, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Rockland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Rockland Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 30?

By Rockland Reporter | Sep 29, 2024

These former Rockland Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 30.

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Rockland Reporter area weekly mass times

By Rockland Reporter | Sep 28, 2024

The following parishes in the Rockland Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Rockland County in week ending Sept. 21?

By Rockland Reporter | Sep 27, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Rockland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Congressman Lawler addresses ICE data on immigrant convicts roaming U.S. streets

By Rockland Reporter | Sep 27, 2024

Congressman Lawler has issued a statement following the release of a new report from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The report reveals that tens of thousands of illegal immigrants with convictions for sexual assault and homicide are currently at large in the United States. ICE's report highlights sanctuary city policies, stating they "shield dangerous criminals, who often victimize those same communities." According to the data, out of seven million illegal immigrants not in detention as of July 2024, 425,431 were convicted criminals and 222,141 had pending...

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Average cost of college went up for students in Rockland County in 2022-23 school year

By Rockland Reporter | Sep 26, 2024

College tuition fees rose 1.7% in Rockland County in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

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Lawler named an ‘Energy Champion’ by U.S. energy policy group

By Rockland Reporter | Sep 26, 2024

A U.S. energy policy group named U.S. Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) an ‘Energy Champion’ for Lawler’s support of policies promoting “affordable, reliable, clean American energy.”

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Bipartisan group secures continued reimbursement for food stamp theft victims

By Rockland Reporter | Sep 26, 2024

Victims of food stamp theft will continue to receive reimbursements, thanks to a provision in a stop-gap funding bill secured by a bipartisan group of lawmakers. The Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act of 2025 (H.R. 9747) passed the U.S. House of Representatives today with a vote of 341-82, ensuring government funding and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits through December 20, 2024. The bill is expected to be taken up in the U.S. Senate shortly.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Rockland County in week ending Sept. 21?

By Rockland Reporter | Sep 25, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Rockland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Rockland County in week ending Sept. 21

By Rockland Reporter | Sep 25, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Rockland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Lawler introduces bipartisan bill against discrimination towards living kidney donors

By Rockland Reporter | Sep 25, 2024

Representative Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) has introduced the Kidney Donation Anti-Discrimination Act. This legislation aims to prevent life insurance companies from discriminating against individuals based solely on their status as living kidney donors. The bill is co-sponsored by Representatives Don Davis (D-NC-01) and Jeff Van Drew (R-NJ-02), and it has received endorsement from the National Kidney Registry (NKR).

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Senate passes bill enhancing Secret Service protection for Harris and Trump

By Rockland Reporter | Sep 24, 2024

The Enhanced Presidential Security Act of 2024, a bill introduced by Representative Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) with Representative Ritchie Torres (D-NY-15), has passed the Senate unanimously. The legislation aims to provide enhanced United States Secret Service protection for former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris.

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How many students were enrolled in Rockland County schools in 2022-23 school year?

By Rockland Reporter | Sep 23, 2024

Rockland County ranked 13th highest in enrollment numbers among New York State schools in the 2022-23 school year.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Rockland County in week ending Sept. 14

By Rockland Reporter | Sep 22, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Rockland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Rockland Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 23?

By Rockland Reporter | Sep 22, 2024

These former Rockland Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 23.

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Rockland Reporter area weekly mass times

By Rockland Reporter | Sep 21, 2024

The following parishes in the Rockland Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Rockland County in week ending Sept. 14?

By Rockland Reporter | Sep 20, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Rockland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.