Rockland County
Allison-Parris County Office Building
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Haverstraw-Ossining Ferry Expands Times, Reduces Prices This Summer, Locals Urge More Action Needed
HAVERSTRAW, NY – Governor Kathy Hochul’s announcement of a pilot program to expand Metro-North Railroad services, including weekend ferry operations and significant ticket discounts, has stirred a mixture of excitement – and calls to scale efforts even further…lest they fall short of Rockland’s ongoing mass transit needs. Starting May 25, the Haverstraw-Ossining Ferry will extend…
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Blood Drive at Palisades Center Fri. May 17 from 1-7 pm
West Nyack, NY – This May, the New York Blood Center (NYBC) will once again partner with Palisades Center in West Nyack to host a vital blood drive. The event is scheduled for Friday, May 17, from 1 PM to 7 PM, and will take place at Macy’s Court on Level One, offering a convenient…
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Pearl River Farmers Market Kicks Off 2024 Season with Community Support
Pearl River, NY – The Pearl River Farmers Market celebrated its 2024 opening day last Saturday, welcoming the community to a fresh season of locally sourced produce, crafts, and more. The event was highlighted by a visit from Assemblyman McGowan and his wife Christine, who showed their support by distributing complimentary shopping bags to attendees.…
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Annual NAACP Freedom Fund Dinner Honors Community Leaders
Rockland County, NY – The local chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) held its much-anticipated annual Freedom Fund Dinner this week, recognizing several community leaders for their exceptional dedication and service. Among the honorees were Dr. Frances Pratt, Dana Stilley, Ken Zebrowski, James Marshall, Ashley Dawson, Miguel Torres, and…
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Lieutenant James Sullivan Retires After 38-Year Law Enforcement Career
Orangetown, NY – Lieutenant James “Jim” Sullivan, affectionately known as “Turtle,” has officially retired after nearly four decades of dedicated service in law enforcement. His impressive career began in the New York Police Department (NYPD), where he served for almost five years before joining the Orangetown Police Department, where he continued to serve the community…
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Al Samuels Receives Rockland County Economic Development Leadership Award
Rockland County, NY – In a significant acknowledgment of his dedication and leadership, Al Samuels was honored with the Rockland County Economic Development Leadership Award this week. The ceremony, attended by local dignitaries including all Town Supervisors and County Executive Ed Day, celebrated Samuels’ longstanding commitment to enhancing the business community in Rockland County. Al…