BY: Keith S. Shikowitz & Robert Jowaiszas Rockland County Veterans Services Agency (RCVSA) is helping former service members access the government benefits they're entitled to, including pensions, medical care and other programs created to help them adjust to civilian life. While not a VA organization, the RCVSA is heavily invested in the wellbeing of veterans and acts … [Read more...] about Rockland Veterans Services Agency Highlights Freedom & Service
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A Guide to Safely Watching the Solar Eclipse in Rockland NY
Learn where, when and how to safely view today’s phenomenon. HAVERSTRAW, NY - As the solar eclipse approaches Rockland on Monday afternoon, excitement builds among enthusiasts and the general public alike. Rockland County will host an eclipse viewing event at Haverstraw Bay Park during the April 8 solar phenomenon. While the metro area, including Rockland, isn't in the … [Read more...] about A Guide to Safely Watching the Solar Eclipse in Rockland NY
Homes For Heroes Keeps Building Community Support
By Robert Jowaiszas ORANGETOWN, NY - The M & T Charitable Foundation, the philanthropic arm of M&T Bank, recently awarded $30,000 to Rockland Homes For Heroes, a New York State charity dedicated to ending veteran homelessness. John Murphy, President of Rockland Homes For Heroes, expressed their mission to provide supportive permanent apartment homes for homeless … [Read more...] about Homes For Heroes Keeps Building Community Support
4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Lebanon NJ, Felt in Rockland County
Parts of New York City and Long Island felt reverberations. 4.8 magnitude earthquake typically causes minor damage, but aftershocks can occur. RAMAPO, NY - The U.S. Geological Survey reports a 4.8 magnitude earthquake has hit near Lebanon, New Jersey. The quake was felt across the tri-state area, including many parts of Rockland County, NY. Various Rockland-based … [Read more...] about 4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Lebanon NJ, Felt in Rockland County
Stony Music Fest X – Volunteer & Band Meeting, 4/4 @ Casa Del Sol, Nyack
Nyack, NY – Stony Music Fest X: The Finale (July 10-13, Stony Point) is set to kick off its volunteer and band coordination meeting tonight, April 4th, starting 6 pm at Casa Del Sol in Nyack. The gathering - followed at 8 pm with Casa del Sol's legendary Open Mic Night - promises an evening of community, collaboration, and music. Organized by the festivals' North … [Read more...] about Stony Music Fest X – Volunteer & Band Meeting, 4/4 @ Casa Del Sol, Nyack