• Rockland County Challenges New York State Election Law Citing Increased Costs and Overreach

    NEW CITY, NY — Rockland County officials are pushing back against New York State’s recent electoral reforms, embodied in legislation S3505B/A4282B (Chapter 741), which they claim will increase voter costs and infringe on local governance. The County of Rockland and County Executive Ed Day argue that the law, intended to consolidate elections, will not yield […]

  • Get Groovy at Congers Lake Memorial Park: Walk to the Beat of Life 2024

    CONGERS, NY — The picturesque Congers Lake Memorial Park will be pulsating with the rhythmic beats of the past as it hosts the “Walk to the Beat of Life” event this spring and summer. Organized by the Town of Clarkstown Parks & Recreation, this unique program combines physical activity with the enchanting tunes of the […]

  • Health Alert: Essential Tips to Prevent Tick Bites in the Hudson Valley This Spring

    NEW CITY, NY — With the arrival of spring and the increase in outdoor activities, the Rockland County Department of Health emphasizes the importance of tick bite prevention for residents enjoying the warmer weather. Dr. Chitra Punjabi, Director of TB & Communicable Disease Control, cautions that the risk of encountering ticks carrying Lyme disease and […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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. […]