• New Leader at People to People

    NANUET, N.Y. — People to People, Rockland County’s largest food assistance organization, has announced the appointment of Sharon Mellis as its new chief executive officer, marking a leadership transition for one of the county’s most prominent nonprofit organizations. Mellis succeeds Diane Serratore, who has led the organization for nearly two decades. The leadership change comes […]

  • Pride Celebration Held in Downtown Nyack

    Nyack, N.Y. — Downtown Nyack served as the backdrop for Rockland Pride Sunday on June 14, drawing residents, visitors, community organizations, businesses, and advocacy groups for a day-long celebration of the LGBTQ+ community. The annual event, organized by the Rockland County Pride Center, featured a parade through downtown streets, live entertainment, local vendors, family activities, […]

  • Richard A. Vogler

    Richard A. Vogler, 96, a lifelong resident of Norwood, NJ, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Beloved husband of the late Betty (nee Johnson). Devoted father of Janet Carnicelli and her partner Hap Graf and Greg Vogler and his husband David Highfill. Proud and loving grandfather of Elisa Sozio and husband Chris, Nicholas Carnicelli […]

  • Charles A. Descarfino

    Charles A. Descarfino, 96, of Westwood, NJ, formerly Old Tappan, NJ, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Beloved husband of the late Martha (nee Cucchiara). Beloved father of Charles and his wife Trudy, John and his wife Catrina and Joyce Taormina and her husband Thomas. Proud grandfather of TJ and wife Jessica, Danielle, Michael […]

  • Ralph Louis Wehmann

    Ralph Louis Wehmann, known affectionately as “Lordy B,” 76, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at his home in Harrington Park, NJ surrounded by his loving family.  Beloved husband of Nancy (née Kopf) for over 46 years, proud and treasured father of daughters, Stephanie and Kathleen (Adam Szuch), and adored “Pop Pop” of […]

  • O&R Mobilizes Emergency Crews Ahead of Severe Thunderstorms and High Winds

    By Rockland News team PEARL RIVER, NY — Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. is mobilizing its emergency response workforce Thursday morning as isolated severe thunderstorms and strong wind gusts are expected to move through the region. According to O&R, the storm system could bring sustained winds of 15 to 30 mph, with gusts reaching up to […]