The Greatest American Cleanup is running through July 4th By Rafaella Delia Think closely for a second: in the past 24 hours, have you seen a piece of litter somewhere on the streets of Rockland? An empty beer can, a stray plastic bag, or a cigarette butt? If the answer is “no”, look a little […]
Family members, hospital staff, and administrators gathered last Thursday at Montefiore Nyack Hospital to honor the late Chef Levi Burnett, whose remarkable 63-year career made him the longest-tenured employee in the hospital’s history. Burnett, who passed away on May 31, 2024, was recognized with a commemorative plaque celebrating his decades of dedication. Known for his […]
Opinion By Adam Garvey The United States is infamous for its two-party system – a system of electoral politics in which two parties dominate every corner of American politics with little room for any others. This system, set up in the early days of our democracy, has never wavered. Sure, the dominant parties have changed, […]
The Rockland Community College Board of Trustees has appointed Dr. Melanie Tuthill Rie as Vice President of Academic Affairs during its meeting on March 30. In her new role, Dr. Rie will oversee all academic areas, academic support services, and Online Education. She will also collaborate with the State University of New York (SUNY) on […]
We are fortunate to live in a wonderful community, and the town board and I are dedicated to preserving the characteristics that make our town special. Just last month, we began the process of creating a Community Preservation Fund to better enable us to achieve that goal for generations to come. So what exactly is […]
The Community Foundation of Orange, Sullivan & Rockland (CFOSR) is hosting in-person training events for area nonprofits who are interested in participating in Hudson Valley Gives. The 11th Annual Hudson Valley Gives, scheduled for Wednesday, May 20, 2026 ,is a 24-hour online giving event that has become a key philanthropic initiative in the region, helping […]