The Seeing Eye Seeks Volunteers

The Seeing Eye Seeks Volunteers

The Seeing Eye, a non-profit organization that matches guide dogs with individuals who are blind or who have low vision, is currently seeking puppy raising volunteers in Rockland County.  The Seeing Eye breeds all of their own dogs, and then selects dogs that have a good temperament for the type of work they will be […]

Clarkstown Debates Environmental Changes, Passes State Review

Clarkstown Debates Environmental Changes, Passes State Review

   After a half dozen speakers warned against the potential environmental consequences of paving over swamps and marshes, the Clarkstown board on Tuesday voted to lift zoning restrictions  that had prevented new construction within 100-feet of a wetland..    Town Supervisor George Hoehmann, who characterized the former regulation as burden on development, stated that other […]

Orangetown applauds local volunteers, denounces faith based housing bill

Orangetown applauds local volunteers, denounces faith based housing bill

Tuesday’s meeting of the Orangetown board began with a reminder that The Great American Cleanup will be taking place on Saturday, April 5th from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., rain or shine. The Great American Cleanup is part of the national nonprofit Keep America Beautiful. This organization strives to preserve America’s natural beauty by keeping […]

Community News 03.27.25 – 04.02.25

Community News 03.27.25 – 04.02.25

What to do in Rockland County from Thursday, March 27th – Wednesday, April 2nd Email sierra@rocklandcountytimes.com with events! Orangetown PIERMONT: Piermont Public Library,  Story Time with Ms. Nancy Join us on March 31st from 11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. for a storytime featuring stories, songs, and fingerplay! Children welcome up to 2 years  with an […]

“Outrage” in Nyack Spills into RBA Meeting

“Outrage” in Nyack Spills into RBA Meeting

     Rockland Business Association’s monthly luncheon, held at Hotel Nyack on Thursday, March 20, saw its sold-out event get unexpectedly bigger when a large group of hecklers stormed the hotel’s catering facility to protest the appearance of U.S. Congressman Michael Lawler (R/C-17).    The unruly group–apparently waved in by two women sitting by a […]

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