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Top Stories:
Stony Point Seals Polar Plunge:
The 26th annual event raised funds for children with serious medical conditions, despite harsh weather conditions with 5 inches of fresh snow. Beneficiaries included Alexander, Jade, Noel, and Elizabeth.
Future interviews are planned with founders John Fox and Michael Leyden.
Tourism Grants:
Rockland County Executive Ed Day and Economic Development Director Jenna Nazario announced $316,000 in tourism grants to 30 organizations.
Tourism brought in over $556 million in 2023, reducing the average household tax burden by $613.
Housing Plans Public Input:
Rockland County is seeking public input on housing and community development, with a survey open through March 15.
Fire Safety Concerns:
Ed Day condemned the Rockland County Mazzilli ACMA’s petition to become an independent fire company due to safety concerns.
MTA and Congestion Pricing:
Ed Day criticized the MTA’s congestion pricing, citing inequitable investment in Rockland’s transit services.
Orange County’s legislation to withdraw from the MTA could influence Rockland’s future decisions.
New Community Relations Director:
Yvette Nunez Arias was appointed as the new Director of Community Relations, focusing on enhancing ties between government and local communities.
Black History Month Celebration:- Scheduled for February 21, 2025, at the Lewis Kurtz Center in Spring Valley, hosted by the NAACP and Tappan Zee Lodge #79.
Weather:
- Tuesday: Evening snow flurries.
- Wednesday: Cloudy, high of 35°F, low of 32°F.
- Thursday: Rain, high of 44°F, low of 26°F.
- Friday: Cloudy, high of 33°F, low of 19°F.
- Saturday: Possible snow flurries (1-3 inches), high of 35°F, low of 32°F.
- Sunday: Rain, high of 41°F, low of 21°F.
Interviews:
John Ross (Rocklanders for Alternatives to Driving – RAD):
- Advocate for improved public transportation, better sidewalks, and bike lanes in Rockland County.
- Discussed the implications of Orange County’s potential withdrawal from the MTA and its possible impact on Rockland.
- Emphasized the need for more reliable bus services and potential transit-oriented developments like those proposed near the Shops at Nanuet.
Tina Dawn (Life Force Self-Defense):
- A registered nurse turned self-defense instructor with a 5th-degree black belt.
- Shared her personal journey into self-defense after a stalking incident.
- Emphasized the importance of women learning self-defense to build confidence and safety awareness.
- Offers classes focused on practical, real-life self-defense techniques, encouraging women of all fitness levels to participate.
More stories:
College Strong: Empowering Young Women Through Self-Defense
This story is sponsored by Life Force Self Defense. NYACK, NY – In an era where personal safety and empowerment are more crucial than ever, LifeForce Self-Defense is introducing “College Strong,” a 90-minute class tailored for young women aged 12 to 24. Held in White Plains, Nyack, Suffern, and Kingston, this vital course is designed…
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Rockland Cooling Centers Are Open – 26 Across the County
With the extreme heat predicted, residents can visit one of 26 cooling centers throughout the county. Location and contact information is listed below. New City, NY — With summer temperatures soaring across the Hudson Valley, Rockland County officials are issuing a grave warning about the dangers of leaving children and pets unattended in vehicles during…
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Stony Point Farley Bridge North Closed, Town Meets with CHPE to Discuss
Stony Point, NY – Town officials provided an important update on the ongoing lane closure on Farley Bridge as construction related to the Champlain Hudson Power Express (CHPE) project continues. Supervisor Jim Monaghan, Deputy Supervisor Amy Stamm, Police Chief Greg Becker, and Lt. Dan Schoales met with representatives from the CHPE team to address community concerns…
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Doherty Enterprises, Inc. Announces June 17th Reopening of Newly Remodeled Panera Bread® Café in Nanuet, NY
Special Guest Clarkstown Town Supervisor, George Hoehmann, Will Help Kick-off the Celebration at 10am Nanuet, NY –Panera Bread® franchisee, Doherty Enterprises, Inc., is excited to announce the grand reopening of its Panera Bread bakery-café at 24A Rockland Plaza, N Middletown Rd, in Nanuet, NY. The celebration will take place on Tuesday June 17th at 10am…
A Brief History of Juneteenth
by Tom Ossa The following is a transcript – of the Juneteenth segment, as read on the Rockland News Week in Review, Saturday June 21st. It’s a day that’s often referred to as American Second Independence Day. And as millions observed, June 19th, yesterday, Juneteenth, it’s vital to understand what this day truly represents and…
The Week in Review: Saturday June 21, 2025
Rockland Early morning on Saturday, an 18-wheeler truck jackknifed on Route 287, the New York State Thruway, headed eastbound in Rockland County. The eastbound lane was shut down for many hours. The driver needed to be extracted. More news will be occurring on this matter, and we will notify you of the status as we…
This Week’s Featured Event:
Whiskey Crossing & Line Dancing at the Patriot Lounge
Nashville recording artist Whiskey Crossing is currently signed with Perry Music Group of Nashville for distribution. Whiskey Crossing is an upbeat high energy country act that is sure to bring the heat and excitement to any stage. Bringing down the house with a sing-along set with original country covers from the 90s to today as well as original music that is available for streaming worldwide. LEARN MORE
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