Rockland County
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Rockland Launches Pedestrian Safety Push as Crash Injuries Remain High
NEW CITY, N.Y. — Rockland County officials are urging residents to stay vigilant on roadways as part of a renewed pedestrian safety campaign aimed at reducing preventable crashes and saving lives. The effort comes as pedestrian injuries continue to pose a significant public safety challenge across New York. According to state traffic safety data, 208 […]
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Miss New York Brings Spotlight to Rockland
NEW CITY, N.Y. — More than 50 young women from across New York will travel to Rockland County later this month as the county hosts the Miss New York and Miss New York’s Teen competitions, an event local leaders say will bring economic activity, cultural engagement and statewide attention to the region. The competitions are […]
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School Bus Safety Plan Becomes State Law
New City, N.Y. — A school bus safety initiative developed in Rockland County has been incorporated into New York State law, creating a new process for handling school bus stop-arm camera violations and potentially changing how those cases are processed across the state. As part of New York’s 2026 state budget, municipalities are now authorized […]
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[EXCLUSIVE] East Ramapo School Board Member Reveals Shocking Administrative, Budget Practices
By Kim Anderson, Reporter Stony Point, NY – East Ramapo Board of Education member Sabrina Charles-Pierre is raising new concerns about budget transparency, administrative turnover, and the effectiveness of New York State oversight in the East Ramapo Central School District, according to her appearance on the latest episode of the Bare Wires podcast hosted by […]
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RCC Celebrates 66th Commencement
POMONA, N.Y. — More than 600 students crossed the stage as Rockland Community College celebrated its 66th commencement ceremony, marking a milestone for graduates whose achievements reflected the diversity and resilience of the college community. The ceremony, held May 18 at Clover Stadium, honored 612 graduates and drew approximately 2,500 family members, faculty, staff and […]
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Rockland Water Advisory Council Launches New Website
NEW CITY, N.Y. — A Rockland County organization focused on protecting local water resources has adopted a new name and launched a public information website as part of an effort to strengthen community engagement and promote long-term water conservation. Formerly known as the Rockland County Task Force on Water Resources Management, the group will now […]