Axel I. Lopez-Santiago, 41, of Spring Valley, New York, was sentenced to two consecutive six-year terms, totaling 12 years in state prison before the Honorable Kevin F. Russo in Rockland County Court. Lopez-Santiago pled guilty to the entire eight count indictment. On June 14, 2025, the defendant was driving his motor vehicle recklessly and at […]
As County Executive, I often say that you are only as strong as your team. Nowhere is that more true than in public service. The work we do for Rockland County depends on talented, dedicated people—people who choose to serve their neighbors, strengthen their communities, and make a difference every single day. That’s why I’m […]
For many years now, I have been pleading with the New York State Department of Transportation and working with our representatives in Albany to repair and repave the state roads that serve as major arteries in our town. In years past, a lack of funding has been a recurring excuse for the continued cycle we […]
By Alexander Garay If South Park were a heartwarming, hour-long meditation on grief, it would look a lot like When You Get To The Forest. This endearing film, crafted entirely from cut-out paper, follows a woman’s healing journey as she forms an unlikely bond with a cat. The story centers on Dana (voiced by Alicia […]
In an ongoing effort to help customers save money on their energy bills, Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. (O&R) has announced a new partnership with HomeBoost and the Ramapo Catskill Library System (RCLS) to help customers improve the energy efficiency of their homes. O&R customers can now borrow a HomeBoost BoostBox, a do-it-yourself energy kit, […]
On March 2, 2026, at approximately 3:46 a.m., the Spring Valley Police Department responded to the area of 1 Union Road for a reported robbery. During the investigation, officers learned that the victim had been walking in the area of North Madison Avenue and Maple Avenue when he was approached by two unidentified individuals who […]