• RCC Celebrates 66th Commencement

    POMONA, N.Y. — More than 600 students crossed the stage as Rockland Community College celebrated its 66th commencement ceremony, marking a milestone for graduates whose achievements reflected the diversity and resilience of the college community. The ceremony, held May 18 at Clover Stadium, honored 612 graduates and drew approximately 2,500 family members, faculty, staff and […]

  • Dorothy DeStefano

    Our beloved mom, grandma/nonna, and great-grandma “Gigi,” Dorothy Rubbo DeStefano, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family on June 3, 2026. She was 86 years old. Born in the Bronx on November 6, 1939, to the late Ida and Giuseppe Rubbo, and predeceased by her sister, Rita and brother Nicholas.  Dorothy was […]

  • Sharon Kathleen Hannigan (née O’Shaughnessy)

    Sharon Kathleen Hannigan, née O’Shaughnessy, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026, at Valley Hospital, surrounded by her loving daughters just as she had always surrounded them with love throughout her life. Born in Jersey City, New Jersey, Sharon was the cherished daughter of the late Sinon and Margaret Gallagher O’Shaughnessy. She carried with her […]

  • Bernard R. Malara

    Bernard R. Malara (Bernie) was born in Yonkers, New York on July 6, 1932, the second of three children to Helen and Anthony Malara.   His family is saddened to announce his passing on Memorial Day, May 25, 2026.  He was 93 years old. He is survived by his wife of 59 years Cathie, son Anthony, […]

  • Rockland Seeks More Support for Veterans With Dementia

    NEW CITY, N.Y. — Rockland County lawmakers are urging federal and state officials to expand services for military veterans suffering from traumatic brain injuries and early-onset dementia, citing growing concerns about the long-term effects of combat-related blast exposure. The move comes after the Rockland County Legislature unanimously approved a resolution calling for increased funding, research, […]

  • H.E.R.R.O. Program Returns $771K to Volunteer Responders

    New City, N.Y. — Rockland County officials announced that more than $771,000 in college tuition reimbursements has been distributed to volunteer firefighters and emergency medical service personnel through the County’s Higher Education Recruitment & Retention Opportunities (HERRO) Program since its launch in 2023. According to Rockland County Executive Ed Day and Rockland County Office of […]