Town of Haverstraw

  • Join the Bowling Fundraiser for USS Abraham Lincoln and Upper Room House of Worship

    West Haverstraw, NY – The local science fiction club USS Abraham Lincoln (NCC-71809-A) and Upper Room House of Worship are hosting a bowling fundraiser at Breakpoint Bowling to support their community initiatives. Date: June 2, 2024Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PMPlace: Breakpoint Entertainment, 40 Rte 9W, West HaverstrawCost: $35 per person (includes 2 hours of […]

  • Original Italian Pizza Owner: We Will Reopen by June 1st (Or Sooner)

    GARNERVILLE, NY – In an exclusive interview, Joe David, the owner of Original Italian Pizza (OIP), announced that the beloved pizzeria will reopen by June 1st, 2024, or possibly even sooner. This announcement comes after a sudden and dramatic closure by a New York State (NYS) Tax Agent, which shocked the local community. Joe, harboring […]

  • NRCSD Receives $2.4 Million Grant for Universal Pre-K Expansion

    GARNERVILLE, NY—The North Rockland Central School District has been granted $2,454,359 by the New York State Education Department to expand its Universal Prekindergarten (UPK) offerings, an effort that will significantly enhance early childhood education in the area. This funding is part of a broader initiative that awarded competitive grants to various districts across New York, […]

  • FROM CRISIS TO CARE – Hi Tor Animal Shelter Controversy – Part 2

    BY: Keith S. Shikowitz , Investigative Reporter          Part one of this story of the transition of leadership in the Hi Tor Animal Shelter, Pomona NY – explained the basics of how the decision was made to terminate the contract that Rockland Green had with Hi Tor Animal Shelter Inc. and certain aspects of both sides […]

  • 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 Town Announces 19th Annual 5K Walk/Run Benefit

    HAVERSTRAW, NY — The 19th Annual North Rockland Community 5K Run/Walk is scheduled for Sunday, June 2, 2024, at Bowline Point Park, promising a day of community spirit and support for two deserving local families. This year, the event will begin with registration at 7:30 AM, the children’s race will be at 8:30 am, followed […]