“Christmas Inn” Is a Real Holiday Treat at WBT

“Christmas Inn” Is a Real Holiday Treat at WBT

BY GEORGE J. DACRE PHOTO BY JOHN VECCHIOLLA Given the show’s title it’s not a surprise that a lot of spirited Christmas music is included in the holiday-themed “Christmas Inn” playing now at Westchester Broadway Theatre in Elmsford. The story centers around a duo of entertainers who once formed a single act but who have […]

Voters in East Ramapo School District Approve $58 Million Bond

Voters in East Ramapo School District Approve $58 Million Bond

BY JOEL GROSSBARTH The much-beleaguered East Ramapo School District received some needed good news this week as voters overwhelmingly approved a $58 million bond. The bond was dedicated to capital improvements to schools throughout the district. In addition to the capital improvements bond, voters also approved the borrowing of over $1.1 million to replace windows […]

COVER GIRL TURNED COMEDIAN TO PERFORM AT EMPIRE

COVER GIRL TURNED COMEDIAN TO PERFORM AT EMPIRE

Comedian Aida Rodriguez as a finalist on NBCโ€™s Last Comic Standing This month, Empire City Casino is shining the spotlight on Aida Rodriguez, a comic who began her career as a model, and is best known for her appearance as a contestant on NBCโ€™s Last Comic Standing. Rodriguez, an American comedian of Puerto Rican and […]

Soskin: โ€˜Remember Sacrifice Made At Pearl Harborโ€™

Soskin: โ€˜Remember Sacrifice Made At Pearl Harborโ€™

Deadly Attack On American Base Came 75 Years Ago Wednesday PRESS RELEASE – As the nation marked the 75th anniversary of the deadly attack on U.S. military forces at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii this Wednesday, Rockland County Legislator Phil Soskin asked all Rocklanders and Americans to pause for just a moment to remember the sacrifices on […]

Decadent Treat-Filled Desserts

Decadent Treat-Filled Desserts

(Family Features) Creating one-of-a-kind desserts doesn’t have to take hours in the kitchen or even exceptional baking skills. With a little imagination and the right tools, you can whip up surprisingly delicious sweets that will surprise and delight your friends and family. Focus on flavor If your baking repertoire typically consists of white cake and […]

REMEMBERING “OFFICER RAYMOND”

REMEMBERING “OFFICER RAYMOND”

Rockland BOCES Career Tech (CTEC) Criminal Justice students this week presented a plaque to long-time community partner Clarkstown Animal Control Officer Pat McCoy-Coleman, honoring her beloved K-9 partner “Officer Raymond,” who recently passed away. Pat and Raymond had been involved with the Rockland BOCES community since 2004, providing experiential learning opportunities for students through the […]