• H5N1 Avian Influenza Detected in Wild Canada Goose in Rockland

    New City, NY – The Rockland County Department of Health has confirmed its first case of H5N1 avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, in a wild bird within the county. A Canada goose found at a local lake tested positive for the virus, according to recent results from Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. […]

  • County Seeks Public Input on Future Housing and Development Plans

    New City, NY – Rockland County is inviting residents to weigh in on the future of housing and community development through a newly launched survey. The survey is part of the County’s effort to develop its Five-Year Consolidated Plan for 2025-2029, focusing on affordable housing, economic growth, and community development needs for low- and moderate-income […]

  • Carol Ann Racca

    Carol Ann Racca (nee Apuzzo), 83, of Orangeburg, NY, passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. Beloved wife of 60 years to Michael Racca. Loving mother of Michael Racca and his wife Lauren, Jennifer Banks and her husband Patrick. Proud grandmother of Chloe, Christian, Lila and James. Dearest sister of John Apuzzo. Carol Ann began […]

  • Debate Over Haverstraw Housing Projects Sparks Community Concerns

    by Keith S. Shikowitz Haverstraw, NY – Housing development has become a contentious issue in Haverstraw, as multiple projects are in the works, but not all residents and local officials are on board. At a Town of Haverstraw Board meeting on January 28, 2025, concerns were raised about the impact of new developments, particularly a […]

  • Vincent D’Esposito

    Vincent D’Esposito, 84, of Old Tappan, NJ, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Marie (nee Ingulli). Cherished father of Grace Vallone and her husband Robert, Maria Urrea and her husband Alex, Vincent D’Esposito and his wife Kimberly and Christopher D’Esposito and his wife Jennifer. Proud grandfather […]

  • Skoufis Criticizes SUNY Chancellor’s Pay Increase, Calls for Oversight

    New York State Senator James Skoufis has raised concerns over what he describes as an excessive pay increase for SUNY Chancellor John King. In a strongly worded statement, Skoufis criticized the salary and housing allowance increase granted to the chancellor, calling it a misuse of taxpayer funds at a time when many New Yorkers and […]