By Town Supervisor George Hoehmann This April there are three important holidays converging that encourage many of us to pause and reflect, making this a uniquely introspective time. Judaism, Christianity and Islam, three of the major world religions, not only mark significant Holy Days this month, but also share a common ancestor: Abraham. It’s remarkable […]
These are difficult times and as we approach the Passover and Easter holidays we must once again rise to meet the challenges we all face. I understand the joy and peace that comes when we gather with our close friends and families but this year MUST be different. We implore everyone in our community to […]
The Suffern Recreation Department has announced that the Village of Suffern’s Easter Egg Hunt and Breakfast with the Bunny will be held on Saturday, April 13. The hunt for eggs will begin at 11 a.m. at the Avon Park, Virginia Menschner Gazebo, for children up to 10 years of age; children are invited to bring […]
By Town Clarkstown Supervisor George Hoehmann We’re at an interesting point of the year as winter lingered but the signs of spring are everywhere. Spring is the annual time of renewal as nature takes over, flowers start to bloom and the world comes alive. While flowers are slow to arrive, we’re witnessing renewal in a […]
By Rockland County Executive Ed Day As we look forward to celebrating Easter, Passover and this time of renewal, let’s find strength in our shared resolve and purpose in our common aspirations. This is a time of hope and peace, when our spirits are filled and lifted. It’s a time when we give thanks for our […]
Christians across America expressed dismay Easter morning at search engine Google’s decision to post a photo of labor leader Cesar Chavez as their website’s “doodle” for the day. Though it is Chavez’s 86th birthday and Cesar Chavez Day is celebrated on March 31 in Google’s home state of California, as well as Colorado and Texas, […]