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  • North Rockland Breathes a Sigh of Relief: Thiells Turnabout is Now Open to Traffic

    Opening Comes with Some Traffic Restrictions By Cesar A. – Reporter Thiells, NY – The long-awaited roundabout at the bustling intersection of Suffern Lane, Hammond Road, and Letchworth Village Road is officially open for vehicular traffic—well, mostly. While North Rockland residents can finally test their skills in navigating the circular wonder, ongoing construction and temporary […]

  • $30 Million Surplus Discovered in East Ramapo Central School District Raises Accountability Questions

    SUFFERN, NY – The East Ramapo Central School District (ERCSD) in Rockland County is at the center of controversy following the revelation of a $30 million budget surplus. The unexpected financial turnaround was disclosed by external auditors at a school board meeting, countering previous claims of a $20 million deficit and sparking demands for accountability. […]

  • MTA Approves Governor Kathy Hochul’s $9 Congestion Pricing Plan Amid Rockland Commuter Objections

    NYACK, NY – The NYS Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has approved New York State Governor Kathy Hochul’s plan to implement congestion pricing in Manhattan, marking the first such initiative in the United States. Scheduled to take effect on January 5, the plan introduces a $9 daytime toll for passenger vehicles entering Manhattan south of 60th […]

  • Rockland Bids Farewell to Fallen NYS Parks and Community Hero, Dariel Vasquez

    Note: This is an ongoing story. Additional information will be added to this post over the course of Monday 11/18/2024. HAVERSTRAW, N.Y. — A somber gathering took place at St. Peter’s Church on Monday as family, friends, coworkers, classmates, teammates and community members bid farewell to Dariel Vasquez, the 18-year-old New York State Parks aide […]

  • Rockland County WWII Veteran Receives New Ramp Courtesy of Habitat for Humanity and Marine Corps League

    ORANGETOWN, NY – In a heartfelt display of community support, Habitat for Humanity of Rockland County and the Marine Corps League teamed up to construct a temporary ramp for Richard Porr, a 95-year-old World War II veteran from West Nyack. Over two days, volunteers dedicated their time and effort to ensure Porr could safely and […]

  • 32 Acres Acquired for Open Space Program: DePew House Preserved

    New City, NY — Rockland County Executive Ed Day and Clarkstown Supervisor George Hoehmann have announced the purchase of 101 Old Rt. 304 in New City, known as the DePew House, under the County’s Open Space Acquisition Program. The 32.2-acre property, which includes a historic house and barn, was acquired for $2.9 million using a […]