SUFFERN – A 10-year-old boy whose bicycle was stolen got a birthday gift from Suffern police officers: A new bike. Suffern Police Chief Clarke Osborn said a village officer was on patrol on Friday when he was approached by a 10-year-old boy, who was celebrating his birthday. The boy was upset, Osborn said, because someone […]
BY JANIE ROSMAN Diane Adele Pomeroy believes the work she does for advocating for seniors “is important for those who do not have a voice to get their needs met.” And while Pomeroy makes use of a motorized wheelchair, the physical limitation does not define the feisty 72-woman, whose energy, empathy and compassion are boundless. […]
Shop for produce (and more!) at Rockland’s Farmers’ Markets Pomona, NY – Want fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables, picked at the peak of flavor and packed with vitamins and minerals? If your answer is yes, the Rockland County Department of Health suggests you shop at one (or more!) of the many Farmers’ Markets in […]
“Striving to Enhance the Sport of Motorcycling” since 1938, the Ramapo Motorcycle Club of Rockland County has also been a strong supporter of local charitable and community-minded institutions. On Friday, August 8, 2014 the Club donated another $500 to the Helen Hayes Hospital Foundation, the second such gift this year, representing fund-raising proceeds from its […]
The 11th Annual North Rockland Community 5K Run/Walk took place on Sunday, June 8 at Bowline Point Park and it was a day of community involvement to raise funds for several families in need. Supervisor Howard Phillips thanked the 5K Committee for organizing this community fundraiser as well as the sponsors who donated and all […]
BY MICHAEL RICONDA NANUET – Rockland’s New York State representatives met at the office of Sen. David Carlucci on a muggy Wednesday afternoon for what could be called a “refreshing” break from the political grind, agreeing to be splashed with buckets of ice water to raise awareness and funds for research into Lou Gherig’s Disease. […]