As we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Rockland Conservation & Service Corps (RCSC), I want to reflect on the incredible impact this program has had on our county and its young people. Over the past quarter-century, the RCSC, a program of the Rockland County Youth Bureau, has not only fostered environmental stewardship but also […]
Governor Kathy Hochul this week announced that $100 million in state funding is available to help transit providers expand their use of zero-emission vehicles. The funding is being provided through the State’s Zero-Emission Transit Transition Program (ZETT) and supports the Governor’s nation-leading agenda to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and achieve the goals of New York’s […]
The Shops at Nanuet will soon be under new management. Originally opened in 2013 and situated at the site of the former Nanuet Mall, the outdoor shopping center has changed hands, with former owner Simon Properties selling their holdings to Alexander Properties, which operates in New City. Alexander Properties also owns and operates The Spring […]
North Rockland juniors Claudel Chery and Ryan Tuohy delivered standout performances at the Armory Hispanic Games on Saturday, finishing 1-2 in the Boys 2-Mile Invitational. Chery’s winning time of 9:19.51 ranked him third in the nation, while Tuohy’s runner-up finish at 9:20.99 placed him fifth. The 30th Armory Hispanic Games featured over 300 schools, showcasing […]
This week, Congressman Mike Lawler announced the reintroduction of the SALT Fairness and Marriage Penalty Elimination Act in the 119th Congress, reaffirming his commitment to easing the financial burdens of the hard-working people of the Lower Hudson Valley. The legislation would increase the SALT deduction cap to $100,000 for single filers and $200,000 for married […]
The EMS community and first responders of all sectors are uniting to help a medic with a serious health issue, and are asking for the public’s support. Thirty-one year EMS professional Brandon Smith, 46, a paramedic residing in Pomona, in Rockland County, was found unresponsive on January 2, 2025, after suffering a brain aneurysm. After […]