New City, NY - The Rockland County Legislature held a special Juneteenth program today, celebrating the holiday by recognizing local residents and spiritual leaders who have significantly contributed to improving the community. Hosted by Legislators Toney L. Earl, Dana G. Stilley, and Legislative Vice Chair Dr. Aney Paul, the program emphasized both celebration and … [Read more...] about Rockland County Legislature Honors Juneteenth, Recognizes 8 Local Community Leaders
Rockland County Legislature Honors Juneteenth, Recognizes 8 Local Community Leaders
Thomas C. Thompson
Thomas C. Thompson December 22, 1946 – June 15, 2025 Thomas Thompson passed away in the arms of his wife, Meredith (Merry Matura) Thompson, June 15, 2025. Tom, known as Tommy to his friends and family, served in the Navy having the opportunity to cruise almost entirely around the world. He was stationed off the coast of Vietnam giving ground support to […] The post Thomas C. … [Read more...] about Thomas C. Thompson
Rockland Authorities Seize Cocaine, Cash in Haverstraw Drug Bust
Haverstraw, NY – In an operation led by the Rockland County District Attorney’s Office Drug Task Force, a search warrant executed on a residence in the Town of Haverstraw on June 12, 2025, resulted in the seizure of narcotics and cash tied to suspected drug sales in the area. The search uncovered a white chunky substance weighing more than one-half ounce, which was confirmed … [Read more...] about Rockland Authorities Seize Cocaine, Cash in Haverstraw Drug Bust
Senate Votes to Rename Section of Route 202 in Honor of Hector L. Soto
Haverstraw, NY – A tribute to a local hero was made official this week as New York State Senator Bill Weber announced the successful passage of legislation to rename a portion of Route 202 in the Town of Haverstraw as the Hector L. Soto Memorial Highway. The newly designated stretch of highway, running from Rosman Road to Route 45, will serve as a permanent memorial to … [Read more...] about Senate Votes to Rename Section of Route 202 in Honor of Hector L. Soto
Thousands Gather in Nanuet for “No Kings Day” Protest
NANUET, NY — An estimated 2,500 people gathered at the intersection of Middletown Road and Route 59 in Nanuet on Saturday to participate in “No Kings Day,” a nationwide day of protest. Despite steady rain, the large crowd remained peaceful throughout the afternoon, with demonstrators voicing opposition to a range of federal and state policies and recent political … [Read more...] about Thousands Gather in Nanuet for “No Kings Day” Protest