• Ramapo Celebrates Irish Heritage Night with Honorees and Cultural Performances

    Ramapo, NY – March 2025 – The Town of Ramapo welcomed the Suffern Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) Division IV for its annual Irish Heritage Night, a celebration honoring Irish culture, history, and contributions to the local community. The event, attended by Ramapo Town Supervisor Michael Specht, Deputy Supervisor Brendel Logan-Charles, and members of the […]

  • County Honors Berns with Posthumous Human Rights Award

    New City, NY – Rockland County has posthumously honored Linda Berns with the Lottie Swan-Crawford Human Rights Award, recognizing her lifelong commitment to justice, civil rights, and community advocacy. The award, presented by Rockland County Executive Ed Day and Human Rights Commissioner Spencer Chiimbwe, celebrates individuals who embody the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion […]

  • RCC Debate Team Triumphs in Competition Against Dominican

    Rockland County, NY – Rockland Community College (RCC) showcased its debate prowess in a tournament against Dominican University on February 23, securing multiple top placements and reaffirming its reputation for excellence in competitive speech and debate. RCC’s Patricia Gibby and Julie Saadatmand emerged victorious, defeating four two-person teams from Dominican University after three intense rounds […]

  • High Winds Cause Downed Power Lines and Fire in Upper Nyack, Prompting Road Closure

    Upper Nyack, NY – Strong winds swept through Rockland County, bringing down power lines along Route 9W in Upper Nyack and sparking a fire, prompting an emergency response from local authorities. The Clarkstown Police Department and Nyack Fire Department quickly arrived on the scene to contain the situation and secure the area. As a result, […]

  • Escaped Psychiatric Patient From Middletown Sought by Authorities; Caution Advised

    Middletown, NY – The New York State Police in Middletown are actively searching for Christopher R. Morgan, an escaped psychiatric patient who fled from Garnet Health Medical Center earlier today at approximately 2:39 p.m. Morgan was last seen wearing a long-sleeve white button-down shirt, black pants, and black shoes. Authorities urge the public not to approach him and to immediately contact State […]

  • Hundreds Brave the Hudson for 18th Annual Penguin Plunge in Nyack

    Nyack, NY – Hundreds of participants and spectators gathered at Memorial Park in Nyack March 2nd for the 18th annual Penguin Plunge, a cherished community event that raises funds for families of children with serious medical conditions. An estimated 600 attendees watched as brave participants dove into the icy Hudson River, all in the name […]