He is Rockland County’s most remarkable and influential resident of all time. Indeed, there was a period when he was the most well-known and popular of all living Americans, when his picture adorned the walls of thousands upon thousands of homes. Counties, cities, and towns in at least 15 states are still named after him, […]
What is the measure of a man? How should we judge a person’s life once their time on Earth is over? On April 24, 1930, the Rockland County Evening Journal ran a story on Page 3, the headline reading, “Bowery Joe” Died By “Accidental Drowning. The article stated, “The body of a man identified as […]
Eighty years ago, on August 6th, 1945, an event took place that stands out as one of the most important events in the annals of the 20th century, if not all of history. One man who lived most of his life in Rockland County was a proverbial fly on the wall of one aspect of […]
This is the story of a street named Bataan Rd. Inanimate though it is, it is a street that helped to define a community of 50,000 soldiers during WWII and would inspire and motivate the troops that took part in the D-Day Invasion, 81 years ago this week. In September 1942, construction began in Orangeburg, […]
If ever there was a story that epitomizes the proverbial Hometown Boy Who Makes Good, it is that of Eddie Sauter, 1914-1981. The story of his development from the typical kid-next-door into a widely recognized musical genius is also an important part of the tale and lore of Nyack, its people and its vibrant cultural […]
PFC. DENNIS HOGAN, JR. “Our dead are never dead, as long as they are not forgotten” Hogan’s Diner in Orangeburg is famous for its great food, generous portions, and relaxed ambiance. Upon entering, you will pass beneath a street sign touting Pfc. Dennis Hogan, Jr. Ave. While inside, if you look carefully, you […]