Holmes comes home: Inside “Escape” writer & Rockland native Rupert Holmes’ path from Nanuet and back

Do you like piña coladas? For a long time, singer-songwriter and Nanuet native Rupert Holmes sure didn’t…but only because fans kept offering him the fruity drinks after his 1979 Billboard No. 1 hit single “Escape.” More widely known as “The Piña Colada Song,” the smash sensation branded Holmes as the artist behind what would come […]

Don’t get blinded by the light: Your guide to safe solar eclipse viewing

As our region of the country prepares for the awe-inspiring solar eclipse of April 8, it’s crucial to prioritize eye safety during this extraordinary event. Max Schlesinger, MD, a Westchester Medical Center Health Network ophthalmologist and retina specialist, shares essential tips to protect your vision while enjoying the eclipse. Understanding the Risks A solar eclipse […]

RCC celebrates Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Join Rockland Community College (RCC) in celebrating Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month with an exciting schedule of events from April 9 through May 2. RCC has created a wide variety of activities and virtual documentary films and recordings to engage students, families, faculty, and staff. All events are free and open to the public. This […]

Flood prevention project begins at Jeffrey Court

Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17)  was in Clarkstown on Tuesday to tout new federal funding for a project that will protect a neighborhood  prone to severe flooding. As previously  reported by the RCT, Lawler, in cooperation with Senator Charles Schumar and Kirsten Gillibrand, has secured  $2.5 million in federal funding to construct a levee at Jeffrey […]