Funding for Nonprofit Agencies Faces New Challenge

BY JANIE ROSMAN The county has altered its method of funding nonprofits this year. “We have revamped the process of funding sent to nonprofits with their input,” Rockland County Attorney Thomas E. Humbach explained.  Nearly 100 nonprofits in the county participated in meetings and discussions since late February with county Director of Communications Scott Salotto […]

The Greening of Nyack

BY JANIE ROSMAN It’s spring, and green is everywhere. Here are some ways the Village of Nyack is taking part in all things green. The village’s Earth Day celebration is slated for April 18 from 12 noon to 5 p.m. (rain date the next day) at the gazebo on Main Street. “We’re doing this with […]

THE GREAT AMERICAN CLEANUP IS ON!

From April through May, neighbors are joining together to clean up and beautify Rockland during the Great American Cleanup. EVENTS THIS WEEK Congers – Saturday, April 18 (rain or shine) Nyack – Saturday, April 18 (Rain Date: Sunday, April 19) Stony Point – Saturday, April 18 (rain or shine) Haverstraw (Spanish) – Sunday April 19 (Rain Date: Sunday, April 26) West Nyack – Sunday, April 19 […]

Unsung Heroes: Students Help a Tiny Village Fulfill Big Goals

Unsung Heroes: Students Help a Tiny Village Fulfill Big Goals

BY JANIE ROSMAN Their February trip to the Republic of Costa Rica was a life-changing adventure for 10 Clarkstown North High School International Baccalaureate students. Ceramics teacher Shaina Dunn has overseen the IB programs’ creativity, action and service component for the past eight years. Students receive a separate diploma and take all IB courses during […]

Exhibit looks back at local life, history beginning April 18

Hudson Valley exhibits presents its latest exhibition, “Looking Back at Yesterday,” focusing on the families, institutions and traditions of North Rockland with an opening program Saturday April 18 at 2p.m. at the King’s Daughters Library on Route 202 in Garnerville. The exhibit will consist of panels featuring old photos, enlarged post cards, newspaper clippings and […]