NEW CITY, NY — January 5, 2026 — The Town of Clarkstown has been awarded a significant state grant totaling $1,590,933 to support sidewalk construction and replacement within the Nanuet Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) zone, officials announced Monday. The funding, sourced through New York State’s Climate Smart Communities program administered by the Department of … [Read more...] about Clarkstown Secures $1.5+ Million Grant to Nanuet’s Sidewalk Network
Edith Giusto
Edith Giusto (nee DiMatteo), 102, of the Bronx, passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2025. Beloved mother of Lorraine Bagnoli (late husband Vincent) and Patrick Giusto. Proud grandmother of Craig (wife Jenna), Gary, Cindy and Emily. Adored great-grandmother of Peyton and Rose Gloria. Dearest sister of the late Sam DiMatteo, Ernest DiMatteo and Mary Loro. Edith was […] The post … [Read more...] about Edith Giusto
Corinna Rose McPartland
Corinna Rose McPartland “Cori” (nee Buoniconti), 57, of Northvale, NJ, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. Beloved wife of Denis. Cherished mother of Cailie, fiancé Anthony Schnell and Finbarr. Proud grandmother of Leo. Loving daughter of Margaret and the late Anthony Buoniconti. Dearest sister of Gina and her husband Neil Payne and Anthony Buoniconti, […] The post … [Read more...] about Corinna Rose McPartland
Winter Storm Hits Rockland County Overnight with Snow
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY — A relatively standard snowstorm swept through Rockland County and the greater tri-state area on December 26th and 27th, 2025, blanketing the region with 5-9 inches of snow and prompting a State of Emergency declared by Governor Kathy Hochul. The storm led to widespread travel advisories, suspended services, and intense overnight efforts by town crews to … [Read more...] about Winter Storm Hits Rockland County Overnight with Snow
North Rockland School Budget Criticized by State, District Superintendent Defends Responsible Approach
A recent audit by the New York State Comptroller’s Office raised concerns about how the North Rockland Central School District managed its finances over a five-year period from pre-COVID to 2024, but district officials say the findings overlook deliberate, publicly transparent choices that strengthened local schools, while holding the line on taxes. The audit, released Dec. … [Read more...] about North Rockland School Budget Criticized by State, District Superintendent Defends Responsible Approach