Town of Clarkstown

  • Greenway Commission Formed in Clarkstown

    NEW CITY, N.Y. — The Town of Clarkstown has established a new Greenway Commission aimed at advising local government on land conservation and open space preservation. The Town Board approved the creation of the commission unanimously at its Feb. 10 meeting. The five-member body will serve on a volunteer basis without compensation. According to town […]

  • RoCA to Host Annual Students & Members Art Show

    WEST NYACK, NY — The Rockland Center for the Arts (RoCA) has announced the return of its annual Students & Members Exhibition, a showcase celebrating the artistic achievements of its community. The exhibition will run from March 7 to March 28, 2026, at RoCA’s gallery located at 27 S. Greenbush Road, West Nyack. An opening […]

  • Rockland County Officials Debate New Law Limiting ICE Cooperation

    Democrats Say It Protects Families; Republicans Warn It Threatens Safety. By Kimmie Anderson New City, NY — A proposed law in Rockland County has sparked debate between Democrats and Republicans over how local police should interact with federal immigration agents. The bill, called the “Safety and Dignity for All Act”, was introduced by Democratic Legislator […]

  • Clarkstown to extend property tax relief to police auxiliary volunteers

    NEW CITY, NY— Clarkstown officials are moving forward with a plan to extend property tax relief to police auxiliary volunteers, a step that would make the town the first in Rockland County to offer such a benefit. Clarkstown Supervisor George Hoehmann and the Clarkstown Town Board authorized the measure following the enactment of new state […]

  • Clarkstown Prepares for Winter Storm; Services Suspended, Warming Center Open

    Clarkstown, NY — Town of Clarkstown officials say municipal departments are fully prepared ahead of an expected winter storm, with crews and emergency services ready to respond as conditions deteriorate. The Clarkstown Highway Department has pretreated roadways with brine, and all 56 plow trucks are stocked with salt and ready for deployment. Officials said plowing […]

  • Embracing Winter’s Wisdom: Why Slowing Down in January Is a Form of Self-Care

    By Jennifer Lima, Certified Wellness Coach West Nyack, NY – January is often marketed as a time for fresh starts and ambitious resolutions. Yet for many, it feels more like moving through molasses. The post-holiday lull, limited daylight, and disrupted routines can lead to low energy, decreased motivation, and a general sense of heaviness. But […]