A brief collection of Rockland News’ favorite summer events for 2024, thus far! NEW CITY, NY – Summer in Rockland County NY is a time of vibrant activity and events that offer something for everyone. Whether you are a fan of music, history, sports, or the arts, there’s an event waiting for you. Here’s a […]

Sirens of Song Festival II to be held at Defiant Brewery Friday 6/21 at 6:30 pm, as a Lilith Fair-style celebration of the talented women who shape the music scene. Pearl River, NY – The heart of Rockland is set to beat with the rhythm of extraordinary female talent at the Second Annual Sirens of […]

Christel Hargesheimer, 89, of Northvale, NJ, passed away peacefully at home after a prolonged illness on June 20, 2024, while surrounded by her loving family.  Christel was born on December 7, 1934, in Schneidemuhl, Germany, daughter of Alois and Maria Bartosch. She emigrated to the United States in 1959 with her husband, Julius Hargesheimer, who […]

Pomona, NY – Rockland County’s Economic Development & Tourism Department, in partnership with Alon Tourism Solutions, successfully hosted its first-ever Familiarization (FAM) Tour and Marketplace event from June 3 to June 4, 2024. This event provided a unique platform for Rockland’s tourism attractions to showcase their offerings to travel trade professionals. Event Highlights: The FAM Tour […]

Stony Point, NY – The 10th Annual Stony Music Fest is set to take place from July 10th to July 13th in Stony Point, NY. The event promises a day filled with diverse musical performances and local community spirit. 10 bands will play in 5 locations over the course of the festival, such as the […]

New City, NY – Rockland County Executive Ed Day, County Legislature Chairman Jay Hood Jr., and Community Development Director Alexandra S. Obremski are excited to announce that the County’s Housing Loan Fund is now live and accepting applications. This initiative, supported by $13.5 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds, aims to create or preserve affordable […]