Madeline Panzi, 92, of Piermont, NY, passed away on Friday, May 9, 2025. Cherished aunt of Richard Panza, Diane Panza, Raymond Yacovino and Margaret Ann Sperduto. Loving great-aunt of Scott, Michael, Michele, Christopher and Amanda. Dearest sister of the late Maurice Panza, Lucy Yacovino and Anna Panzi. Madeline was a social worker at Rockland Psychiatric […] The post Madeline … [Read more...] about Madeline Panzi
Mahwah Sheraton is Destroyed by Implosion
Mahwah, NJ - At 7:41 am, the Mahwah Sheraton Hotel - A fixture of business conferences, late night parties, and many 1990's proms for Rockland County high school Seniors, came tumbling down by controlled implosion. The line of the morning, that drew laughs immediately after the implosion: "Now do it again!" The event was live streamed on the Mahwah Township website. … [Read more...] about Mahwah Sheraton is Destroyed by Implosion
Radio Silence: WRCR Ends Broadcasting Era
Sale to WABC’s Parent Corp Marks the End of Local Radio in Rockland County Garnerville, NY — In a shift that has stunned Rockland County listeners, WRCR 1700 AM has gone dark this week, ceasing its locally beloved programming and beginning a simulcast of WABC Radio content. The change follows the station’s sale to Red Apple Media, owners of WABC 770 AM, ending a storied … [Read more...] about Radio Silence: WRCR Ends Broadcasting Era
NYS Senator Bill Weber Comments on Election of New Pope
Senator Bill Weber recently sent Rockland News his thoughts on the recent election of the new Pope, after the recent passing of Pope Francis on April 21, 2025. "As a lifetime Catholic, it is with great honor to be in our state's Senate chamber when the conclave of Cardinals elected the new Pope. Of the 267 Popes who go back to Saint Peter in 33 AD, Cardinal Robert Francis … [Read more...] about NYS Senator Bill Weber Comments on Election of New Pope
Cannabis and Community: Haverstraw NY Dispensary 202 Cannabis Hosts Grand Opening
Haverstraw, NY – Today marks a milestone in Rockland County as 202 Cannabis Co., the area’s first licensed recreational dispensary, opens its doors. Town of Haverstraw Supervisor Howard Phillips, along with several other dignitaries, and consumers from 21 to 65+ were in attendance. But beyond the buzz of legalization and retail, the story of 202 Cannabis is rooted in … [Read more...] about Cannabis and Community: Haverstraw NY Dispensary 202 Cannabis Hosts Grand Opening