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Haverstraw, NY – A tribute to a local hero was made official this week as New York State Senator Bill Weber announced the successful passage of legislation to rename a portion of Route 202 in the Town of Haverstraw as the Hector L. Soto Memorial Highway. The newly designated stretch of highway, running from Rosman […]

NANUET, NY — An estimated 2,500 people gathered at the intersection of Middletown Road and Route 59 in Nanuet on Saturday to participate in “No Kings Day,” a nationwide day of protest. Despite steady rain, the large crowd remained peaceful throughout the afternoon, with demonstrators voicing opposition to a range of federal and state policies […]

West Nyack, NY – A portion of West Nyack Road between Alexander Brothers and the West Nyack Post Office will be closed to traffic for approximately 6-8 weeks as part of the ongoing West Nyack Revitalization Project. The closure is necessary to replace two aging culverts, which are pipes that allow water to flow under […]

Albany, NY – In a move aimed at diversifying career options for high school students, the New York State Senate has unanimously passed a bill that allows trade unions to present recruitment materials and speak directly with students about apprenticeship opportunities. The legislation, sponsored by New York State Senator Bill Weber, seeks to open up […]

Pearl River, NY – A milestone moment in the community was celebrated on June 6, 2025, as Orangetown Supervisor Teresa Kenny joined family and friends to honor Ruth Matrisciani’s 100th birthday at the Pearl River Senior Club meeting. The celebration featured cake, music, and heartfelt speeches as Ruth was recognized not just for her impressive […]

Nanuet, NY – The Town of Orangetown is one step closer to securing its natural resources for future generations following the passage of Senate Bill S4712, a key piece of legislation that would authorize the creation of a Community Preservation Fund. Sponsored by New York State Senator Bill Weber, the bill was approved by the […]