Nyack McDonald’s Franchise Owners’ Celebrate 25th Anniversary

Nyack McDonald’s Franchise Owners’ Celebrate 25th Anniversary

BY PAMELA STERN It is said that a 25th anniversary, is a silver anniversary. This celebration for Nellie and Herb Thomas, who happen to be celebrating their silver anniversary as being entrepreneurs of five McDonald’s franchises, two of which are located in Nyack and Spring Valley. Why did they decide to open McDonald’s franchises? The […]

Meet the Candidate, James Skoufis (D-Woodbury)

Meet the Candidate, James Skoufis (D-Woodbury)

99th Assembly District (Stony Point and parts of Orange County) Stony Point residents need an Assembly representative who will be there for them, constantly attentive, in the community, and able to work alongside local elected officials to better meet their needs. I have been fortunate to meet so many Stony Point residents and I look […]

A Heated Debate at Clarkstownโ€™s Town Board Meeting

A Heated Debate at Clarkstownโ€™s Town Board Meeting

BY MARIA MIRAJAK BROWNSELL On June 19 at Clarkstownโ€™s Town Board Meeting, Supervisor Alexander Gromack opened up the floor discussing Rockland Countyโ€™s financial dilemma and how it affects Clarkstown residents. The county is increasing property tax by 32 percent and making the towns responsible for paying for county costs such as the board of elections, […]

Haverstraw Celebrates Nonagenarian Residents

Sixth annual 90-plus recognition day BY SARA GILBERT The Town of Haverstraw celebrated their sixth annual 90 Plus Recognition Day on Monday, June 25, honoring those whoโ€™ve reached the 90 and older milestone with speeches, lunch respect and congratulations. Gathered at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Haverstraw, 24 members were added to the club, […]

Miele’s Musings: Not Too Soon to Think About Your Vote

BY PUBLISHER EMERITUS ARMAND MIELE Rockland County citizens wake up! Itโ€™s not too early to think about election season. Which candidates are ready to practice fiscal responsibility and face our problems head-on? And which ones are probably just going to pass the buck again? Remember, you canโ€™t go by words alone. You have to look […]