Dunkin’ franchisee Kishan Patel commemorated the remodeled next generation Dunkin’ Donuts at 580 Route 303 in the Hamlet of Blauvelt with a $3,000 donation to Catholic Charities Community Services of Rockland, in conjunction with the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation. Located in nearby Haverstraw, the mission of Catholic Charities Community Services of Rockland is to […]
Honoring Our Veterans On Friday, November 7th, the Town Of Clarkstown held its annual Veterans Day ceremony and luncheon. Hosting this annual event is one of the most rewarding parts of being Town Supervisor. Our veterans deserve an immense amount of respect and gratitude for their service to our country, a service they provided knowing […]
It’s heartbreaking to think that as we approach 2026, families in our community are still at risk of being exposed to lead — a dangerous toxin that can harm people of all ages. What’s especially troubling is that children are the most vulnerable. Even small amounts of lead exposure can have serious and lifelong effects […]
Michael Kravatz, of Sloatsburg, NY, was recognized with a silver-level leadership milestone through the university’s Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) program. Kravatz is studying Business Administration at SUNY Oneonta. Kravatz earned this distinction through a commitment to improving oneself and enhancing knowledge by exploring leadership opportunities, participating in campus organizations, and serving the campus community […]
This Rockland baseball team is building more than just athletes On any given afternoon, you can find Ed Tomas behind the wheel of a car packed with ballplayers, heading to practice. He’s more than a coach—he’s a mentor, a father figure and, in many ways, the heartbeat of Canes Tri-State Baseball team. Ed Tomas, founder […]
The United States Department of Agriculture has issued new Federal guidelines for SNAP Work Requirements for Able-Bodied Adults without Dependents (ABAWDs). Effective November 3, 2025, the federal government will reinstate and update SNAP work requirements for individuals who meet the ABAWD criteria. These changes are part of federal policy updates intended to promote employment and […]