Village of Haverstraw

  • 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 […]

  • Haverstraw Board discusses Chair Factory Redevelopment Project, Updated Panhandling Ordinance

    by Keith Shikowitz, Reporter Haverstraw, NY – The Village of Haverstraw Board of Trustees held a meeting on November 18th, to discuss several critical topics, including updates to the local panhandling ordinance and the proposed redevelopment of the historic Chair Factory site. The meeting featured public hearings, presentations by developers, and input from village officials […]

  • “Freedom Colors” Burst Onto Downtown Landscape of Haverstraw

    750 sq ft mural depicting a “Black Angel” blends the colors of the American flag and the African American flag now appears at historic site of the Haverstraw African American Memorial Park (HAAMP) Haverstraw, NY – A vibrant and culturally significant mural has transformed the Haverstraw African American Memorial Park, drawing the eyes of locals […]

  • Haverstraw-Ossining Ferry Expands Times, Reduces Prices This Summer, Locals Urge More Action Needed

    HAVERSTRAW, NY – Governor Kathy Hochul’s announcement of a pilot program to expand Metro-North Railroad services, including weekend ferry operations and significant ticket discounts, has stirred a mixture of excitement – and calls to scale efforts even further…lest they fall short of Rockland’s ongoing mass transit needs. Starting May 25, the Haverstraw-Ossining Ferry will extend […]

  • Haverstraw Elections – Nov 7 2023

    The following is a list of candidates running for election in the Town of Haverstraw. Write-in candidates are not included, unless information is provided to us in a timely fashion. When provided or found, we will list additional websites, Facebook pages, or RocklandNews.com profiles to learn about each candidate. HAVERSTRAW SUPERVISOR Candidate Name More information […]

  • Haverstraw Farmers’ Market: November’s Grand Finale

    Haverstraw, NY – As October nears its end, the Village of Haverstraw is bidding adieu to its beloved Farmers’ Market. The market has been a Sunday staple, running from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. just outside Village Hall. In this final stretch of October, both residents and visitors are urged to make the most of […]