The Palisades Shopping Center is one of the most popular attractions that Rockland has to offer and is a cornerstone of the community. People from all over the NYC metro area know this mall and visit it frequently, bringing in significant amounts of revenue for the county and the town of Clarkstown. In recent years, […]
The Rockland County Legislature honored four outstanding community leaders with Distinguished Service Awards as part of its 2026 Black History Month celebration.  The awards were presented by Legislators Toney L. Earl, Dr. Dana G. Stilley, and Dr. Aney Paul recognizing individuals whose leadership, service, and dedication have made a lasting impact across Rockland County. […]
P.O. Courtney Smith Way was officially unveiled on South Broadway in Nyack on Saturday, February 21, at 2 p.m., honoring the heroic legacy of late Officer Courtney F. Smith. Dozens of family members, community residents, and county officials gathered for the ceremony, which was met with clear skies and sunshine, offering a welcome contrast to […]
The Visual and Performing Arts Department at Rockland Community College (RCC) recently hosted its Fall 2025 Skills Proficiency Tests (SPTs) in Theatrical Stage Combat, in the Cultural Arts Theatre. The certification exams, sanctioned by the Society of American Fight Directors (SAFD), assessed student proficiency in Broadsword and Quarterstaff techniques. RCC is one of a […]
A New Resident’s Survival Guide Moving from New York City to Rockland County represents more than a change of address. It means trading cramped apartments for colonials with actual yards, subway delays for train schedules, and tight parking spots for driveways. But the logistics of getting there require careful planning, especially when a 26-foot moving […]
Good afternoon, Jon. My family has had this framed certificate for many years. It appears to be signed by Abraham Lincoln. Could this be possible? If so, and if we wanted to sell it, what do you believe it is worth? My grandmother used to tell me that it was very special and that was […]