Business & Financial

  • Nanuet to Host Annual Tree Lighting Dec. 6th

    Nanuet, NY — The holiday season is kicking off in Nanuet with a community tradition that brings together residents of all ages. Nanuet Senior High School’s Junior Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Nanuet Chamber of Commerce and the Nanuet Civic Association, is hosting this year’s Nanuet Tree Lighting Celebration on Saturday, December 6,…

  • County Partners With WEDC to Expand Small Business Training Opportunities

    Rockland County — Local entrepreneurs will soon have access to expanded training and support through a new partnership between Rockland County and the Women’s Enterprise Development Center (WEDC). The initiative aims to strengthen small businesses in Orangetown, Clarkstown, and Stony Point, with a separate program in development for Ramapo and Haverstraw. County officials say the…

  • Stanton Returning for Boulders 2026 Season

    Pomona, NY — The New York Boulders announced that manager TJ Stanton has agreed to return for the 2026 Frontier League season, marking his sixth year leading the team. With the new contract, Stanton will tie Jamie Keefe (2013–2018) for the longest managerial tenure in franchise history. Stanton, 44, has guided the Boulders through one…

  • Dunkin’ in Blauvelt Reopens with Community Celebration and Charitable Donation

    BLAUVELT, NY — Residents and coffee lovers gathered last week to celebrate the grand reopening of the Dunkin’ restaurant at 580 Route 303 in Blauvelt, which unveiled its modern “Next Generation” design and marked the occasion with both giveaways and a charitable contribution. As part of the festivities, franchise owner Kishan Patel presented a $3,000…

  • SUNY Chancellor Highlights RCC’s Role in Expanding Access for Adult Learners

    Suffern, NY — Rockland Community College (RCC) welcomed State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. to campus this week as part of his statewide SUNY Reconnect Tour, an initiative designed to expand higher education opportunities for adult learners. The visit spotlighted SUNY Reconnect, a program offering eligible New Yorkers ages 25 to…

  • Rockland Residents Encouraged to Explore Payment Assistance, Energy-Saving Options

    PEARL RIVER, NY— As colder months approach, Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R) is urging customers to prepare for higher winter energy costs and take advantage of available payment assistance programs, energy-saving incentives, and conservation tips. According to the company’s latest projections, residential electric bills for customers using 550 kWh per month are expected to average…