It is uncommon for a Congressional Medal of Honor to travel. Institutions that are in possessions of Medals of Honor (MOHs) rarely if ever part with them, due to their rarity and the esteem that they are held, and the sale of an MOH is forbidden by federal law. As such, once they part with […]
Announcing the debut of FLIP Circus, an entirely new family entertainment experience created by the Vazquez family which celebrates the great American circus tradition. Taking place inside its distinctive red and white-striped big top tent, FLIP Circus brings families and friends together for an new show highlighting the enduring human spirit. The shows debut national […]
On Wednesday, U.S. Representative Mondaire Jones (D-NY) visited his hometown of Spring Valley, to deliver $295,000 in funding for the Martin Luther King (MLK) Multi-Purpose Center. The MLK Center provides necessary community programs for adults and older adults, children, and families. For more than 40 years, the MLK Center has supported Rockland residents with programs […]
Catholic Charities Community Services of Rockland (CCCSR), also known as The Warm Heart of Rockland, just hosted their 11th annual Blessing of the Soil Event on Saturday, April 30 in Haverstraw. This was their first in person event since COVID-19 first hit in 2019. Monsignor Emmet R. Nevin, Vicar of Rockland and a member of […]
Three students were injured during a large fight at Spring Valley High School Friday afternoon, around the time of dismissal. Several police agencies responded to the scene of the Route 59 school. One student, 19-years-old, was reported to have been stabbed and was bleeding heavily. The student was transported to Westchester Medical Center for treatment […]
By County Executive Ed Day Here in County Government, we are always working to improve the lives of everyone who calls Rockland home. This month I am proud to announce two more grant programs that will utilize $7 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to do just that supporting small businesses and urban […]