Town of Haverstraw

  • Haverstraw Police to Increase Patrols During Thanksgiving Holiday

    Haverstraw, NY – The Town of Haverstraw Police Department has announced increased patrols during the Thanksgiving holiday period, beginning on the evening of Wednesday, November 27, 2024. These patrols will focus on identifying and addressing impaired driving (DWI), speeding, aggressive driving, and distracted driving to ensure road safety during one of the busiest travel times of the year. “Impaired […]

  • North Rockland Breathes a Sigh of Relief: Thiells Turnabout is Now Open to Traffic

    Opening Comes with Some Traffic Restrictions By Cesar A. – Reporter Thiells, NY – The long-awaited roundabout at the bustling intersection of Suffern Lane, Hammond Road, and Letchworth Village Road is officially open for vehicular traffic—well, mostly. While North Rockland residents can finally test their skills in navigating the circular wonder, ongoing construction and temporary […]

  • Haverstraw King’s Daughters Library Offers Programs to Promote Healthy Habits

    The Haverstraw King’s Daughters Library is inviting the community to embrace healthy habits through a variety of engaging programs. Participants can learn to make nutritious soups and smoothies, practice yoga, chair yoga, or family yoga, and explore creative arts and crafts—all designed to inspire a healthier lifestyle. These programs aim to make wellness accessible and […]

  • Affordable Housing & MPACT: Town Supervisor Howard Phillips Responds to Recent Objections

    This week: Haverstraw Town Supervisor Howard Phillips responded to recent objections to the Town’s concerns over providing MPact with a PILOT program (Payment in Lieu of Taxes) According to the NYC Department of Finance’s website: “Manufacturing, industrial, and not-for-profit companies may receive property tax incentives through agreements with government agencies. The two agencies that issue […]

  • Haverstraw Elks Ladies Club Hosts Holiday Breakfast Boutique

    Haverstraw, NY – The Haverstraw Elks Ladies Club #877 invites the community to its Holiday Breakfast Boutique on Sunday, November 17, 2024, at the Elks Clubhouse, located at 877 Elks Drive. Guests are welcome to start the holiday season with a hearty breakfast and a chance to shop for unique gifts from a selection of […]

  • PAT CARROLL VYING FOR 96TH ASSEMBLY SEAT part 1

    BY: Keith S. Shikowitz, Investigative Reporter Patrick Carroll is running for the now vacated 96th Assembly District seat in the hopes of keeping this a Democratic controlled seat. I had the opportunity to speak with him about his campaign. Let’s start with just a basic question. A lot of people in Rockland County and across […]