Rockland’s Queen’s Jewelry: Empowering Elegance

Rockland’s Queen’s Jewelry: Empowering Elegance

Queen’s Jewelry was founded in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic by owner, Reina Castillo, when she was 23 years old. Queens Jewelry offers affordable fine and minimalist jewelry, specializing in handcrafted, custom-designed pieces, the brand makes elegance accessible to all. The collection includes options for sensitive skin such as 925 silver, 14k gold-filled, and 18k […]

Plastic bottle and rainwater together to make a difference

Plastic bottle and rainwater together to make a difference

A Rockland County student has produced an ingenious way to collect rainwater while repurposing plastic—and her endeavor has taken her invention across the country and across the Atlantic to share her discovery. Madeline Abrams, a high schooler at Green Meadows Waldorf School in Chestnut Ridge, developed a rain capture system with empty water bottles that […]

Rockland’s Creative Minds Unite: Inaugural Event Set for May 18th-19th

Rockland’s Creative Minds Unite: Inaugural Event Set for May 18th-19th

The Hudson Valley Makers Faire, taking place this weekend from May 18-19th, will showcase The Garner Incubator Space among many other talented artists. Curated by Marie Medjine Antoine and in collaboration with visual artist Rusty Haynes, the event promises to bring to life a vibrant celebration of local Rockland County artists. Before the establishment of […]

County Executive’s Corner: “May is Mental Health Awareness Month” (By County Executive Ed Day)

County Executive’s Corner: “May is Mental Health Awareness Month” (By County Executive Ed Day)

Every year, the month of May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to shedding light on the importance of mental well-being, combating stigma, and promoting access to mental health resources. With mental health disorders affecting more than one in five U.S. adults, this observance serves as a crucial reminder of the significance of […]

Boulders Make “Key” Acquisition

Boulders Make “Key” Acquisition

The New York Boulders are excited to announce they’ve teamed up with KeyBank to become the ball club’s newest sponsor, effective immediately. The multi-year deal was spotlighted during Saturday’s pre-season game at Clover Stadium between the Boulders and NYPD Finest Baseball Club, with Market President John Manginelli throwing out the ceremonial first pitch. “KeyBank is […]