Haverstraw, NY – A tribute to a local hero was made official this week as New York State Senator Bill Weber announced the successful passage of legislation to rename a portion of Route 202 in the Town of Haverstraw as the Hector L. Soto Memorial Highway. The newly designated stretch of highway, running from Rosman […]

NANUET, NY — An estimated 2,500 people gathered at the intersection of Middletown Road and Route 59 in Nanuet on Saturday to participate in “No Kings Day,” a nationwide day of protest. Despite steady rain, the large crowd remained peaceful throughout the afternoon, with demonstrators voicing opposition to a range of federal and state policies […]

NEW CITY, NY — After nearly a decade of serving up live music, great food, and unforgettable memories, The Place, a beloved restaurant and music venue located on Main Street in the heart of New City, will be closing its doors. Owner Jenna announced the bittersweet news this week in a heartfelt message to patrons, expressing […]

By Kim Anderson New City, NY – Rockland News is stepping into a new era of local reporting, recently with the launch of its morning livestream program, AM Rockland. Airing weekdays at approximately 7:30 a.m., the show has quickly established itself as a platform for timely discussions on local news, community events, economic development, and […]

West Nyack, NY – A portion of West Nyack Road between Alexander Brothers and the West Nyack Post Office will be closed to traffic for approximately 6-8 weeks as part of the ongoing West Nyack Revitalization Project. The closure is necessary to replace two aging culverts, which are pipes that allow water to flow under […]

Albany, NY – In a move aimed at diversifying career options for high school students, the New York State Senate has unanimously passed a bill that allows trade unions to present recruitment materials and speak directly with students about apprenticeship opportunities. The legislation, sponsored by New York State Senator Bill Weber, seeks to open up […]