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Sain Building Redevelopment Advances in New City
New City, N.Y. — Rockland County has selected Regan Development Corporation and the Rockland Housing Action Coalition (RHAC) to negotiate the redevelopment of the long-vacant Sain Building property at 18 New Hempstead Road, moving forward with plans to transform the site into a mixed-use development featuring affordable housing, retail space and public open areas. The…
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Congers Factory Explosion Prompts Hazmat Response
Congers, N.Y. — A fire and reported explosion at a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Congers prompted a large-scale emergency response Wednesday morning, temporarily forcing nearby residents to evacuate while hazardous materials specialists assessed the scene. Emergency crews were dispatched shortly before 8:30 a.m. to the Vitane Pharmaceutical facility on Wells Avenue after receiving reports of…
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New Leader at People to People
NANUET, N.Y. — People to People, Rockland County’s largest food assistance organization, has announced the appointment of Sharon Mellis as its new chief executive officer, marking a leadership transition for one of the county’s most prominent nonprofit organizations. Mellis succeeds Diane Serratore, who has led the organization for nearly two decades. The leadership change comes…
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Pride Celebration Held in Downtown Nyack
Nyack, N.Y. — Downtown Nyack served as the backdrop for Rockland Pride Sunday on June 14, drawing residents, visitors, community organizations, businesses, and advocacy groups for a day-long celebration of the LGBTQ+ community. The annual event, organized by the Rockland County Pride Center, featured a parade through downtown streets, live entertainment, local vendors, family activities,…
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Clarkstown Kicks Off Summer With Serendipity Saturday
CLARKSTOWN, N.Y. — Summer officially arrives in Clarkstown this weekend as the town launches its annual Serendipity Saturday celebration, marking the start of the 2026 pool season with a day of family-friendly activities and free admission for residents. The event will take place Saturday, June 13, at Germonds Pool, where gates open at noon. Residents…
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Woman Arrested After Nyack SWAT Standoff
Nyack, NY — A domestic violence investigation in Nyack escalated into a multi-agency police response late Sunday night after authorities said a woman barricaded herself inside an apartment following a reported stabbing incident. According to the Orangetown Police Department, officers were called to Nyack Hospital at approximately 10:10 p.m. on May 24 after a man…