Rockland for Ceasefire, an advocacy group formed to call for an end to the Israeli bombardment of Gaza, is organizing a march and rally to protest the criminal charges against a 15-year-old Palestinian-American boy. The charges stem from the removal of an Israeli flag from the Clarkstown Police Department building as a demonstration against Israel's mass bombardment of … [Read more...] about Rockland for Ceasefire to March on Dec.19
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Stony Point Pizzarena Plans to Reopen Wednesday 12/20
Stony Point, NY - Stony Point Pizzarena, a beloved local eatery renowned for its authentic pizza and community spirit, has announced plans to reopen Wednesday 12/20, after a temporary closure. The pause in operations, as explained by owner Brian Stickerling in a heartfelt message to customers on their Facebook Page, was due to urgent family medical concerns. Fortunately, … [Read more...] about Stony Point Pizzarena Plans to Reopen Wednesday 12/20
Rockland County Summit Provides a Critical Look at Future of Workforce Training, Industry Evolution
SUFFERN, NY - Over 100 Rockland County-based business leaders, organization directors, Supervisors from all five Towns in Rockland County and Senator Bill Weber attended the Rockland County Workforce Summit on 12/14/2023, at the SUNY Rockland Technology Center. Some of the key points of the meeting: Lynne C. Allan - Chairperson for the Workforce Development Board of Rockland … [Read more...] about Rockland County Summit Provides a Critical Look at Future of Workforce Training, Industry Evolution
Rose Memorial Library Association Launches 2023 Holiday Fundraiser
STONY POINT, NY - The Rose Memorial Library Association, a cornerstone for literacy and community engagement in Stony Point, has launched a holiday fundraising campaign to overcome a challenging financial year, and continue its mission of education and community connection. Despite facing underfunding, the library has remained a vital resource for the community, offering a … [Read more...] about Rose Memorial Library Association Launches 2023 Holiday Fundraiser
“Combating Campus Antisemitism Act” Aims to Defund Anti-Semitics
Nanuet, NY - Responding to the increasing wave of antisemitic incidents across New York college campuses, Senator Bill Weber and Assemblyman Ari Brown have jointly introduced the Combating Campus Antisemitism Act, officially designated as Senate Bill S7752. Expressing his concern over the disturbing prevalence of antisemitism on campuses, Senator Bill Weber remarked, “Seeing … [Read more...] about “Combating Campus Antisemitism Act” Aims to Defund Anti-Semitics