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NEW CITY, N.Y. — Rockland County officials have announced the launch of the Global Rhythms Summer Festival, a countywide cultural celebration aimed at attracting visitors and boosting local economic activity during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The multi-event festival will feature live entertainment, food, cultural activities and public match-viewing experiences in several downtown communities across […]

CLARKSTOWN, N.Y. — A couple from the United Kingdom made a stop in Clarkstown this week as part of an unusual travel tradition centered around places that share their last name. Town Supervisor George Hoehmann and Community Officer Robinson welcomed Ed and Vivian Clark, who traveled from the U.K. during a journey across the United […]

NEW CITY, N.Y. — The Rockland County Department of Health and the Rockland County Menstrual Equity Workgroup are recognizing Menstrual Health Awareness Month in May with a series of educational and community outreach efforts focused on reducing stigma and improving access to menstrual products and resources. Health officials are also observing Period Poverty Awareness Week […]

NEW CITY, N.Y. — Rockland County officials are urging residents to practice safe cycling and responsible driving as part of Bicycle Awareness Month, emphasizing that roadway safety depends on cooperation between motorists and bicyclists. County officials said the campaign comes amid continued concerns over bicycle-related crashes across Rockland County. According to the Traffic Safety Statistical […]

Joan M. Ascolese (nee Ahrens), 85, of Norwood, NJ, passed away on  Monday, May 11, 2026.  Beloved wife of the late Joseph.  Loving mother of Janet Daly and Gregory Ascolese and his wife Yoshiko.  Caring grandmother of Kevin, Kara (Christopher), Miyako and Louis.  Proud great-grandmother of Layla and Christopher Joseph.  Joan is also survived my many loving friends and relatives.  She was predeceased by her parents Alfred and […]

Georgia Sotiropoulos, 91, of Northvale, NJ, on Saturday, May 9, 2026. Beloved wife of the late James Sotiropoulos and loving mother of Peter of Northvale and Theodora of Mahwah.  Dear sister of the late Constantine Andreopoulos and the late Maria Hatzgiathanasiou. Georgia was born in Proussos, Evrytania, Greece.  She immigrated to New York City in […]