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Clarkstown
Nyack Nightlife Adapts to Changing Times
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Haverstraw
Nyack Nightlife Adapts to Changing Times
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Orangetown
Nyack Nightlife Adapts to Changing Times
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StonyPoint
Seashells Spread Celiac Awareness
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Mark Michael Piano
Mark Michael Piano, 71, of Airmont, NY, passed away on May 9, 2026, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern, NY. Despite being otherwise healthy almost his entire life, Mark died from an aortic aneurysm that ruptured. Mark was known for being a loyal, steadfast friend and co-worker, and a devoted, loving family member. Born on…
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Peter Pastras
Peter Pastras, age 67, passed away on August 8, 2026. Beloved husband of Debra Thompson, loving father of Thea Pastras and Devin Pastras. Dear brother of Constance Pastras and Dean Pastras. Brother-in-law of Deborah Bajakian, Lesley Thompson, Laurie and Edward Wikoff, Joanne and Robert Maransky. Son-in-law of Roger and Mary Jane Thompson. Peter was born…
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Three Charged In Ramapo Egg-Throwing Incidents
Ramapo, N.Y. — Three New Jersey teenagers have been charged following an investigation into a series of egg-throwing incidents that occurred in the Town of Ramapo, according to the Ramapo Police Department. Police said the incidents took place on the evening of Sunday, July 19, when multiple reports were received from pedestrians in the Monsey…
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Theodora Ann McDaniell
Theodora Ann McDaniell (nee Persico), 78, of Manahawkin, NJ a former long time resident of Northvale, NJ passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 26, 2026. Theodora’s (Thea) life was defined by her devotion to her family and her unwavering commitment to serving others. For more than two decades, she answered the call of her community…
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Nyack Nightlife Adapts to Changing Times
Nyack, NY – Downtown Nyack has long been one of Rockland County’s best-known destinations for restaurants, bars, live music and nightlife, but residents and local officials say the village’s late-night scene has changed significantly from its peak decades ago. A News 12 report published Thursday examined the changing character of downtown Nyack through the perspective…
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Rockland Leaders Push for Data Center Moratorium
Pearl River, NY – Rockland County lawmakers, state legislators, environmental advocates and residents gathered Thursday in Pearl River to urge Gov. Kathy Hochul to sign legislation that would temporarily restrict the development of large data centers while New York studies their effects on electricity, water resources and local communities. The gathering was held at the…
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Homestyle breakfast and lunch, serving Rockland since 1987
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