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Rockland Community College Celebrates its 64th Commencement
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY (May 23, 2024) – Rockland Community College (RCC) hosted its 64th Commencement Ceremony on Monday, May 20, 2024, at Clover Stadium in Pomona, New York. The ceremony honored the academic achievements of its Spring 2024 graduates as well as those from Summer and Fall 2023. Under a picturesque clear sky, 500 graduates…
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“Freedom Colors” Burst Onto Downtown Landscape of Haverstraw
750 sq ft mural depicting a “Black Angel” blends the colors of the American flag and the African American flag now appears at historic site of the Haverstraw African American Memorial Park (HAAMP) Haverstraw, NY – A vibrant and culturally significant mural has transformed the Haverstraw African American Memorial Park, drawing the eyes of locals…
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[SECURITY FOOTAGE] Scammer Targets Stony Point Resident for over $1000, Police Called
Stony Point, NY – An incident occurred in Stony Point between 12:30 and 1:30 PM, when a local resident with deep family roots in the community was targeted by a scammer, via phone and in-person at the resident’s home. The perpetrator – according to an eye witnesses – a male of Hispanic descent, attempted to…
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Jazz Legend Hubert Laws to Perform at Maureen’s Jazz Cellar
Nyack, NY – The Rockland County Jazz and Blues Society is thrilled to announce a special performance by the legendary jazz flutist Hubert Laws. Accompanied by David Budway, Jeff Grubbs, and James Johnson III, Laws will grace the stage at Maureen’s Jazz Cellar for four unforgettable shows. The performances are scheduled for June 28 and…
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Haverstraw’s Memorial Day Service Scheduled for May 27th
Haverstraw, N.Y. – The town of Haverstraw will honor its fallen heroes with a Memorial Day service on Monday, May 27th. The ceremony will take place at the World War I Monument in Mt. Repose Cemetery, starting at 11:00 am. Residents and visitors are invited to attend this solemn event to pay tribute to those…
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Rockland County Leaders Unite Against Orange & Rockland’s $32 Million Dollar Proposed Utility Rate Hike
Rockland County, N.Y. – In a rare show of unity, Rockland County Executive Ed Day, the five Town Supervisors, the Rockland County Legislature, Rockland Green, and the Rockland County Sewer District have collectively voiced their strong opposition to the proposed rate increase by Orange and Rockland Utilities. The unified front has retained the office of…