By Tom Ossa West Nyack, NY - On a crisp Thursday morning, the hum of the car and soft clink of coolers created a rhythm as Sharon Martini, Director of Development and Community Engagement at Meals on Wheels Rockland, guided me through suburban streets. These deliveries—though routine on paper—are the culmination of a mission that has shaped Sharon’s life for nearly 13 years. … [Read more...] about More Than Food: How Meals on Wheels Rockland Feeds the Bodies and Souls of Our Senior Residents
Bernard “Buddy” Everson, Jr.
Bernard “Buddy” Everson Jr., of Norwood, NJ, passed away peacefully on the morning of Saturday, August 2, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Carolyn (née D’Ercole), and a devoted father to Tara Pisano (Mike), Danielle Greco (Darren), and Danna Pisano (Gary). Known lovingly as “Poppy,” Buddy was incredibly proud of and cherished by his […] The post Bernard “Buddy” Everson, Jr. … [Read more...] about Bernard “Buddy” Everson, Jr.
Mild Earthquake Centered in Hasbrouck Heights Felt in Rockland County
By Cesar A. West Haverstraw, NY — Residents of Rockland County and much of the New York metropolitan area experienced an unusual jolt Saturday night when a magnitude 3.0 earthquake struck near Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey, just before 10:30 p.m. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the quake’s epicenter was located less than eight miles west of Central Park at … [Read more...] about Mild Earthquake Centered in Hasbrouck Heights Felt in Rockland County
Edward Joseph FitzPatrick
Edward Joseph FitzPatrick born July 10th, 1930, died age 95. His parents Elizabeth and Arthur FitzPatrick were from County Down Ireland. He was predeceased by his parents, sister Mary, her husband Joseph Byrne, Granddaughter Brenda, and devoted wife Kathleen. Raised in the Bronx, he was an over 50 year resident of Blauvelt. A graduate of […] The post Edward Joseph FitzPatrick … [Read more...] about Edward Joseph FitzPatrick
State of Emergency Declared in Rockland as Heavy Rainfall Threatens Flooding
By Kim Anderson ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY — A state of emergency is set to be declared for 16 New York counties, including Rockland, as the region braces for potentially dangerous flooding from a major rainstorm. New York State Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency for over 15 counties earlier today. The affected counties are Bronx, Delaware, Dutchess, Kings, … [Read more...] about State of Emergency Declared in Rockland as Heavy Rainfall Threatens Flooding