From Rockland to Scotland

From Rockland to Scotland

This past summer, former North Rockland resident Quaz Degraft took his one-man show In the Black across the Atlantic to perform at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival—the largest arts festival in the world. Degraft’s play, a semi-autobiographical story about ambition and self-discovery, follows Kofi, a street-smart dreamer who charms his way into Wall Street. Kofi’s struggles […]

Introducing “Move it or Lose It”: A Rockland Fitness Guide- Zumba Fun!

Introducing “Move it or Lose It”: A Rockland Fitness Guide- Zumba Fun!

The number one New Year’s Resolution across the country is exercising, according to YouGov. As a 22 year old who hasn’t routinely exercised since high school, the gym is quite a daunting facility. Intimidating machines, posing meatheads, and no clear instruction makes a place designed for self improvement feel more like an ego-fed free-for-all. Like […]

Community News 2.26.2026

Community News 2.26.2026

What’s going on in Rockland County from Thursday, February 26th – Wednesday,  March 4th Email gillian@rocklandcountytimes.com with events! Orangetown NYACK: The Angel Nyack, Voices on the Hudson Presents Cold Chocolate March 6th Join us as Voices on the Hudson Presents Cold Chocolate.  March 6, 2026.  Special Guest:  Rob McMahon.  Cold Chocolate is a genre-bending Americana […]

Street Named After Officer Courtney F. Smith

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 late Officer Courtney F. Smith. Dozens of family members, community residents, and county officials gathered for the ceremony, which was met with clear skies and sunshine, offering a welcome contrast to […]

Albertus Magnus Students Send “Letters With Love”

Albertus Magnus Students Send “Letters With Love”

This time last year, Albertus Magnus senior JohnCarlo Mandara was searching for a way to spread compassion during what can be an isolating season for many. As Valentine’s Day approached, Mandara turned his attention to senior citizens, specifically those in elderly care facilities who may not receive frequent visitors. What began as a small card-making […]

Community News 1.12.2026

Community News 1.12.2026

What’s going on in Rockland County from Thursday, February 12th – Wednesday,  February 18th Email gillian@rocklandcountytimes.com with events! Orangetown NYACK: The Nyack Center, Losing Ground – 25th Year Special Event February 25th Don’t miss Rivertown Film’s special screening of “Losing Ground,” Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026 at 8PM at The Nyack Center.  Losing Ground was one […]