New York is in a crisis as heroic first responders try to extinguish the largest wildfire in the state since 2008. The Orange County Jennings Creek/Sterling State Park Fire has increased to 5,000 acres destroying precious wildlife and habitat, along with claiming the life of New York State Park Ranger Dariel Vasquez. The 18-year-old tragically […]
St. Thomas Aquinas Students Partner with Meals on Wheels Rockland to Create and Deliver Over 800 Thanksgiving Care Packages to Homebound Seniors St. Thomas Aquinas Students will host “STACsGiving” on Tuesday, November 19th, from 1:00–2:25 PM in the Romano Student Alumni Center at St. Thomas Aquinas College, to assemble Thanksgiving care packages to spread holiday cheer […]
The Nanuet Civic Association hosted a Veterans Day ceremony with US Marine Corps veteran Alex Price as the guest speaker. Price spoke about the importance of serving your country and thanked all who attended the ceremony, including the Nanuet Cub Scouts and Girl scouts. (Photo by Scott Waters)
Rockland County is experiencing extremely dry conditions this fall, with little rain predicted in the long-term forecast. Although no immediate concerns exist for our water sources, they could become stressed if these dry conditions continue over the winter months. A drought watch is the first of four levels of State drought advisories, which are watch, […]
Annual Veterans’ Day Ceremony Organized & Hosted By Rockland County Veterans Coordinating Council The Rockland County Legislature recognized two local veterans as part of the annual Veterans’ Day ceremony organized and hosted by the Rockland County Veterans’ Coordinating Council. County Legislators Phil Soskin, Aney Paul, Paul Cleary, Beth Davidson, Doug Jobson, Will Kennelly, and Aron […]
A Loss That Will Live Forever In Yankee Infamy… A week has passed since Game 5 of the World Series at Yankee Stadium and I’m not afraid to admit, I’m still not over it. I’ve been in a fog for days. Imagine a week long hangover, except it’s constantly reliving the highest of highs and […]