Project Hope Begins Operation: Free Crisis Counseling Available

County Executive Ed Day and the Department of Mental Health’s Acting Commissioner Susan Hoerter, D.O. are pleased to announce the operation of Project Hope. Project Hope is a FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) funded program operated by the New York State Office of Mental Health in conjunction with Astor Services for Children and Families and […]

Office of Buildings and Codes Closes Illegal Properties

 The Rockland County Office of Buildings and Codes is investigating upwards of 19 violations at 35 Commerce Street, owned by Elegant Party Rental LLC., and 37 Commerce Street, owned by 37-39 Commerce LLC., in Spring Valley stemming from illegal construction. The Office responded to a complaint for two structures that were constructed on the backend […]

Young musician inspires others to make a difference

Devin Dwyer, better known to his fans as AK40DEVIN, is a multi-faceted videographer and musician who hopes to inspire others through his work. Dwyer created Sounds Sick Productions in 2015, shortly after graduating from North Rockland High School. Dwyer’s passion for capturing moments through the lens began when he was a young teen capturing video […]

The Economic Impact of Hiring People with Disabilities supported in Statewide Report

Those who depend on the services of Jawonio recently filled its Event Room to hear some exciting news about the non-profit and its partners, NYS Industries for the Disabled (NYSID) and the New York Alliance for Inclusion & Innovation (NY Alliance): A recently-released Rockefeller Institute report highlighted the positive economic impact that people with disabilities […]

Haverstraw Celebrates Dominican Pride

On Sunday, the Village of Haverstraw and the Quisqueya Sports Club held their annual Dominican flag raising ceremony. Assistant District Attorney Rosibel Ventura, who was born in the Dominican Republic and came to New York when she was 11-years-old, was recognized by Quisqueya Sports Club for her work in the Rockland County District Attorney’s Office.  […]