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  • Debate Over Haverstraw Housing Projects Sparks Community Concerns

    by Keith S. Shikowitz Haverstraw, NY – Housing development has become a contentious issue in Haverstraw, as multiple projects are in the works, but not all residents and local officials are on board. At a Town of Haverstraw Board meeting on January 28, 2025, concerns were raised about the impact of new developments, particularly a […]

  • Skoufis Criticizes SUNY Chancellor’s Pay Increase, Calls for Oversight

    New York State Senator James Skoufis has raised concerns over what he describes as an excessive pay increase for SUNY Chancellor John King. In a strongly worded statement, Skoufis criticized the salary and housing allowance increase granted to the chancellor, calling it a misuse of taxpayer funds at a time when many New Yorkers and […]

  • Spring Valley to Host Black History Month Celebration

    Spring Valley, NY – The Village of Spring Valley, in partnership with the NAACP of Spring Valley and Tappan Zee Lodge #79, invites community members to a special event celebrating Black History Month. The gathering will highlight history, culture, and community while honoring the contributions of Black leaders past and present. The celebration will take […]

  • The Week in Review: Feb 1, 2025

    Also available on Spotify – click here to listen to the episode Today’s Sponsor: Summary: This week’s Rockland News Week in Review podcast covers major housing developments, legal issues, educational expansions, and exclusive interviews with business and security professionals. Highlights include new grants by Rockland County for housing projects, a federal lawsuit against Rockland County […]

  • Albertus Magnus Girls Soccer Team Honored as 2024 NY State Champs

    Clarkstown, NY – The Albertus Magnus High School girls soccer team received a celebration this week after clinching the 2024 New York State Championship. Their outstanding performance on the field earned them not only a championship title but also official recognition from the Town of Clarkstown. To commemorate this achievement, Town of Clarkstown Supervisor George […]

  • Congers’ Magnatta Celebrated for 100th Birthday and Lifetime of Service

    Congers, NY – This week, the Congers community came together to celebrate a remarkable milestone—the 100th birthday of Al Magnatta, a beloved resident and dedicated public servant whose life has been defined by service, bravery, and commitment. Magnatta, a World War II veteran, served in the Army Air Corps as a tail gunner, flying 25 […]