Rockland’s leading health officials, politicians, and law enforcement personnel were in attendance for the phase two opening of the FJ Borelli Family Emergency Center at Montefiore Nyack Hospital. The occasion was celebrated by a dedication ceremony, organized by Dr. Mark E. Geller, President and CEO of Nyack Hospital, on Tuesday. Dr. Geller was joined […]
The past year has been difficult for many. Faced with economic hardship, political tensions, and a viral pandemic, the average American is under a fair amount of stress these days. The calamitous physical effects have been draining; however, we as a community can not fail to consider the mental afflictions as well. Job loss, housing […]
In Nov. 2020, Suez Water New York, the company responsible for treating the majority of Rockland’s drinking water, informed residents that dangerous amounts of Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) chemicals had been detected in the county’s reservoir. PFAS, man-made chemicals that repel both water and oil, are used for a variety of manufacturing purposes and […]
Lego lovers of all ages, rejoice! Your favorite building blocks are ready for inspection. After being delayed a year by the 2020 Pandemic, LEGOLAND New York officially opened its doors on Friday, July 9. (An earlier “soft” opening allowed season passholders and a limited number of ticketed guests to visit.) The first theme park opened […]
The New York State DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) announced that vehicle thefts rose 54 percent from 2019 to 2020, with numbers still on the rise in 2021. “Leaving your key fob in the vehicle or leaving it running while you run into your home or the store are two of the most common factors […]
Spring Valley village building inspector Wayne Ballard pleaded not guilty on July 13 to falsifying a report to the state. Manuel Lema, an Evergreen employee, pleaded not guilty on July 6 to criminal impersonation and obstructing governmental administration. Nathaniel and Aaron Sommer pleaded not guilty to charges of manslaughter, arson, assault in the second and […]