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Ramapo Man Convicted on Multiple Felony Charges
Rockland County, NY – Bernard Salas, 46, of Ramapo, New York, was convicted of multiple felony and misdemeanor charges following a jury trial in the County Court of Rockland County. The trial, presided over by Judge Anne B. Bianchi, concluded on May 16, 2024. Salas’s convictions stem from two separate incidents. On July 14, 2023,…
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Gyuzo Japanese BBQ Opens at Palisades Center, Offering Authentic Yakiniku Dining Experience
West Nyack, NY, May 2024 – The Palisades Center is now home to Gyuzo Japanese BBQ, the latest gastronomic venture to grace the mall’s already vibrant food scene. Located on Level Four, Gyuzo Japanese BBQ introduces an authentic yakiniku dining experience, where guests can enjoy the traditional Japanese barbecue style right at their tables. Gyuzo’s…
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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,…
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Rockland County Inmate Pleads Guilty to Assaulting Correction Officers
New City, NY – A Spring Valley man, Shaquille Gage, 21, has entered a guilty plea to charges of assaulting correction officers at the Rockland County Correctional Facility, where he was being held. The incident, which underscored ongoing concerns over safety in correctional institutions, is expected to result in a three-year prison sentence for Gage,…
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John Malino to Perform Live at Maureen’s Jazz Cellar – No Cover Charge
Nyack, NY – Maureen’s Jazz Cellar is thrilled to announce that John Malino will grace their stage on Friday, May 17th at 10:00 PM. In what promises to be an enchanting evening of music, attendees will enjoy this performance without any cover charge. John Malino, known for his soulful voice and exceptional guitar skills, will…
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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…