• Clarkstown Kicks Off Summer With Serendipity Saturday

    CLARKSTOWN, N.Y. — Summer officially arrives in Clarkstown this weekend as the town launches its annual Serendipity Saturday celebration, marking the start of the 2026 pool season with a day of family-friendly activities and free admission for residents. The event will take place Saturday, June 13, at Germonds Pool, where gates open at noon. Residents […]

  • RPS Earns National Award for Heart Attack,Stroke Care

    NEW CITY, N.Y. — Rockland Paramedic Services (RPS) has received national recognition from the American Heart Association for its efforts to provide rapid, evidence-based care to patients experiencing life-threatening heart attacks and strokes. The agency recently earned the Mission: Lifeline EMS Bronze Achievement Award, an honor recognizing emergency medical service providers that demonstrate a commitment […]

  • Stony Point to Host Paper Shredding Event May 30

    STONY POINT, N.Y. — Residents looking to safely dispose of sensitive documents will have an opportunity later this month during a community paper shredding event in Stony Point. The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 30, from 8 a.m. to noon at Patriot Hills. Community shredding events are designed to help residents securely dispose of […]

  • Rockland County Urges Expanded Care for Veterans Facing Early-Onset Dementia

    NEW CITY, N.Y. — Rockland County Legislature has unanimously approved a resolution calling for expanded federal and state support for veterans suffering from traumatic brain injuries and early-onset dementia linked to military service. The measure urges the United States Congress, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and New York state officials to increase funding for […]

  • Catholic Charities to Honor Rockland Parish Volunteers at ‘Hearts of Gold’ Dinner

    ROCKLAND, N.Y. — Catholic Charities Community Services of Rockland will recognize volunteers and parish staff from across Rockland County during its annual “Hearts of Gold” dinner next month, celebrating individuals dedicated to serving their communities through parish ministry. The event is scheduled for June 17 at Town & Country in Congers. Organizers said volunteers and […]

  • Health Officials Warn Residents as Tick Season Intensifies Across Hudson Valley

    NEW CITY, N.Y. — With warmer weather drawing more people outdoors, the Rockland County Department of Health is urging residents to take precautions against ticks and tick-borne illnesses as activity increases across the Hudson Valley region. Health officials said ticks are most active during the spring, summer and early fall, and the risk of exposure […]