• Rockland Water Advisory Council Launches New Website

    NEW CITY, N.Y. — A Rockland County organization focused on protecting local water resources has adopted a new name and launched a public information website as part of an effort to strengthen community engagement and promote long-term water conservation. Formerly known as the Rockland County Task Force on Water Resources Management, the group will now […]

  • Rockland Legislature Approves Youth Deer Hunting

    NEW CITY, N.Y. — The Rockland County Legislature has approved participation in New York state’s Youth Deer Hunting Program, paving the way for eligible 12- and 13-year-olds to hunt deer under adult supervision if the measure receives final approval from the county executive. The program, established by New York state as a pilot initiative in […]

  • Multi-Department Fire in West Haverstraw Reignites Overnight

    Over 70 Firefighters from at least five separate departments responded over the past 24 hours. By Kim Anderson, Reporter WEST HAVERSTRAW, NY — Firefighters continue to monitor a massive structure fire at 29 Samsondale Avenue after flames tore through the long-vacant former Temco uniform factory late Sunday night – and then reignited early Monday morning. […]

  • Pearl River Pizzeria – Frank’s 30 Year Practice of Perfect Pizza

    by Kim Anderson For longtime pizza man Frank, Pearl River Pizzeria is about more than slices and deliveries. It is about consistency, community and making customers feel at home. Located at 137 North Middletown Road in Pearl River, Pearl River Pizzeria has built its identity around a classic neighborhood feel, blending old-school pizza shop comfort […]

  • Defiant Brewery – Countdown to the Close! (Interview w/ Owner)

    Full podcast interview available 3/24/26 on Rockland News Apple | Spotify. Subscribe for absolutely free to get the episode first. By Kim Anderson PEARL RIVER, NY – After 18 years of brewing beer, building community and helping create lasting memories in Pearl River, Defiant Brewing Company is preparing to pour its final pints during its […]

  • Hole Shot Bagels Nominated for Rockland’s Best Bacon Egg & Cheese

    By Kim Anderson HAVERSTRAW, NY — For Clever and Victoria Torres, Hole Shot Bagels is more than a breakfast spot on Route 9W. It is a family-run business built on high standards, hours of preparation, new ideas and a loyal customer base that, by their telling, has helped carry them through some of their toughest […]