Charles A. Descarfino, 96, of Westwood, NJ, formerly Old Tappan, NJ, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Beloved husband of the late Martha (nee Cucchiara). Beloved father of Charles and his wife Trudy, John and his wife Catrina and Joyce Taormina and her husband Thomas. Proud grandfather of TJ and wife Jessica, Danielle, Michael […] The post Charles A. Descarfino appeared … [Read more...] about Charles A. Descarfino
Ralph Louis Wehmann
Ralph Louis Wehmann, known affectionately as “Lordy B,” 76, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at his home in Harrington Park, NJ surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Nancy (née Kopf) for over 46 years, proud and treasured father of daughters, Stephanie and Kathleen (Adam Szuch), and adored “Pop Pop” of […] The post Ralph Louis Wehmann appeared … [Read more...] about Ralph Louis Wehmann
O&R Mobilizes Emergency Crews Ahead of Severe Thunderstorms and High Winds
By Rockland News team PEARL RIVER, NY — Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. is mobilizing its emergency response workforce Thursday morning as isolated severe thunderstorms and strong wind gusts are expected to move through the region. According to O&R, the storm system could bring sustained winds of 15 to 30 mph, with gusts reaching up to 45 mph. The utility … [Read more...] about O&R Mobilizes Emergency Crews Ahead of Severe Thunderstorms and High Winds
Frawley Named Rockland Social Services Commissioner
NEW CITY, N.Y. — Rockland County Executive Ed Day has appointed longtime public servant and attorney Patrick A. Frawley as the new commissioner of the county Department of Social Services, placing a veteran law enforcement and legal professional at the helm of one of the county’s largest human services agencies. The appointment was unanimously confirmed by the Rockland … [Read more...] about Frawley Named Rockland Social Services Commissioner
Richard J. McQuade
Richard J. McQuade was born on October 29, 1936, in the Yorkville section of Manhattan, New York City, to Thomas McQuade and Mary (Boyle) McQuade. He was the eldest of five children: Thomas, Agnes, John, and Patricia. He attended St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Elementary School, Cardinal Hayes High School, the High School of Commerce, […] The post Richard J. McQuade appeared … [Read more...] about Richard J. McQuade