Rockland County Times Newspaper

“Move It Or Lose It”: A Rockland Fitness Guide

It’s Getting Hot in Here Yoga Welcome back to my fitness journey, where I, Community Editor Gillian DeStefano, explore new and…

By Gillian DeStefano on March 5, 2026No Comment

What’s with All the Construction in West Nyack?

If you’ve driven along West Nyack Road in the past couple months, you’ve definitely noticed the tremendous amount of construction taking…

By Adam Garvey on March 5, 2026No Comment

The 19th Annual Penguin Plunge

On Sunday, March 1 from 12 to 2 p.m. at Nyack Memorial Park Rocklanders partook in the 19th Annual Penguin Plunge…

By rctadmin on March 5, 2026No Comment

Community News 3.5.2026

What’s going on in Rockland County from Thursday, March 5th – Wednesday, March 11th Email gillian@rocklandcountytimes.com with events! Orangetown NYACK:…

By Gillian DeStefano on March 5, 2026No Comment

Our Forgotten but Notable Neighbors: Pvt. Murray Gottlieb, Part Two

Part Two, continued from the 02.26.26 edition of the Rockland County Times After two and a half years of furious fighting,…

By Jerome Kleiman on March 5, 2026No Comment

Bondar Announces Candidacy for Clarkstown Supervisor

Attorney and public servant Eugene Bondar has officially announced his…

By rctadmin on February 20, 2026No Comment

PBA Publishes Concerns Over Proposed Safety and Dignity for All Act

The Police Chiefs Association of Rockland County, Rockland County PBA,…

By rctadmin on February 5, 2026No Comment

Legislators Remember Rev. Jesse Jackson

The Rockland County Legislature has released these statements on the passing of Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr., a politician, minister, and a civil rights activist widely considered to be…

By rctadmin on February 19, 2026No Comment

Legislature Overflows with Concerns Over ICE

The evening of February 3rd saw the Rockland County Legislature meet to discuss the potential of passing a bill known as the Safety and Dignity for All…

By Adam Garvey on February 5, 2026No Comment

Snow Storm Fern Blankets Rockland

Rockland was enveloped in a blanket of snow this past weekend, leaving grocery stores raided, roads icy, and an abundance of snowmen in its wake. The RCT reached…

By Sierra Lidén on January 29, 2026No Comment

What Do Rocklanders Think About Venezuela?

On the morning of Saturday, January 3rd, Americans woke up to the breaking news that Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro had been captured by U.S. forces and brought to…

By Nicholas Cantone on January 19, 2026No Comment

Goodbye, 2025 – Welcome, 2026!

Dear Readers, What a year it has been! We have accomplished so much as a team this year and I cannot wait to see all that we accomplish…

By Sierra Lidén on December 31, 2025No Comment

How Assisted Living Architecture Improves Safety and Well-Being

Assisted living architecture creates warm, safe places for the aged. Intentional design decisions empower us to foster a…

By rctadmin on March 6, 2026No Comment

A Player’s Guide to High-Edge Poker Opportunities

In poker, preparation almost always reaps more rewards than…

By rctadmin on February 25, 2026

Jobs, Communities, and the Track: Why Horse Racing Still Matters in Pennsylvania Politics

Even though horse racing doesn’t usually come up when…

By rctadmin on February 25, 2026

A Good Midseason Report Card, but the Final Grade is What Matters

We have reached the All Star break of this…

By rctadmin on February 25, 2026

Fixed-Limit and No-Limit Poker Feel Like Different Games

Fixed-limit and no-limit poker games often feel extremely different…

By rctadmin on February 24, 2026

The Real Benefits of Assisted Living for Seniors and Families

Assisted living is an option that allows completely independent…

By rctadmin on March 6, 2026

Why Senior Home Care Matters for Long-Term Comfort

There is no doubt that old age brings unique…

By rctadmin on March 5, 2026

ACE-031 and the Architecture of Growth: A Research-Focused Exploration of Myostatin Pathway Modulation

Within contemporary molecular biology, the regulation of tissue growth…

By rctadmin on March 2, 2026

From Rockland to Scotland

This past summer, former North Rockland resident Quaz Degraft…

By Gillian DeStefano on February 27, 2026

Letter to the Editor

Dear Editor, I’m a high school student concerned…

By rctadmin on January 25, 2026

Appointments, Approvals, and Celebrations in Orangetown

The town board of Orangetown met on the evening…

By Adam Garvey on January 22, 2026

Asbestos, Woodchucks, and the Threat of ICE

The town of Haverstraw’s board met on the evening…

By Adam Garvey on January 19, 2026

Hood Begins 5th Term, Paul Elected for 7th Time

The Rockland County Legislature voted Thursday night to fill…

By rctadmin on January 19, 2026

Spring Valley Woman Running Unlicensed Daycare Arrested

On January 22, 2026, at approximately 4:39 p.m., the…

By rctadmin on February 26, 2026

Haverstraw Police Conduct Fraud and Identity Theft Operation

The Haverstraw Police Department, in partnership with investigators from…

By rctadmin on February 20, 2026

Corrections Officer Violates Probation

Former Rockland County Corrections Officer John Kezek, 40, of…

By rctadmin on February 19, 2026

Orangetown Man Convicted of Burglary

District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II has announced that…

By rctadmin on February 15, 2026

Best Practices for Local Businesses Facing Litigation

Small business owners rarely expect to end up in…

By rctadmin on March 3, 2026

The Palisades Mall Has New Owners

The Palisades Shopping Center is one of the most…

By Adam Garvey on February 26, 2026

Outstanding Community Leaders Recognized

The Rockland County Legislature honored four outstanding community leaders…

By rctadmin on February 26, 2026

How Metabolism and Body Weight Can Change Breath Alcohol Levels

Two people can drink the same amount of alcohol…

By rctadmin on February 25, 2026

Street Named After Officer Courtney F. Smith

P.O. Courtney Smith Way was officially unveiled on South Broadway in Nyack on Saturday, February 21, at 2 p.m., honoring the heroic legacy of…

By Gillian DeStefano on February 26, 2026No Comment

Sparky’s Diner Celebrates 50 Years

When Carol Stoll’s husband passed away two years ago, she found that, like most people who lose a loved one, she wasn’t quite sure…

By Sierra Lidén on February 19, 2026No Comment

Rockland Lovebirds

Governor Kathy Hochul & First Gentleman Bill Hochul 1. How long have you been married? 42 years this summer 2. Where did you meet? …

By rctadmin on February 13, 2026No Comment

What’s going on in Rockland County from Thursday, February 5th – Wednesday, February 11th Email gillian@rocklandcountytimes.com with events! Orangetown NYACK: The Nyack Center, Orwell: 2+2=5 February 11th Don’t…

By Gillian DeStefano on February 5, 2026No Comment

Blink and You’ll Miss It

This past week’s Orangetown Town Board meeting was one of the quickest meetings in recent memory On the…

By Adam Garvey on February 27, 2026

Dr. Oz Comes to Rockland

Congressman Mike Lawler hosted Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), for…

By BQE Admin on December 11, 2025

Career Pathways To Support Your Community

Meaningful careers aren’t just about earning a living; they’re about building a better neighbourhood. For Rockland residents, the…

By rctadmin on February 19, 2026

Hoehmann and Town Officials Take Oath of Office

During the annual Town Board reorganization meeting last night Town of Clarkstown officials were sworn in to office…

By rctadmin on January 9, 2026

Two RHP’s Will Return to the Boulders Returning Two RHP’s

The New York Boulders and manager TJ Stanton are excited to announce the return of two outstanding right-handed…

By rctadmin on February 22, 2026

The “Are You Seeing Anyone” Question

Op-Ed By Craig Wynne With the holidays coming up, a lot of my fellow singletons will be subjected…

By rctadmin on December 21, 2025