NEW CITY, NY — The Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) has been awarded $85,000 to support its “Fresh Start: WIC Access and Nutrition Equity Program,” which is designed to increase access to nutrition education and healthy food options for low-income families. The funding, provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation, will support program enhancements including … [Read more...] about Rockland WIC Program Awarded $85K Grant
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Orangetown Man Convicted of Burglary After Spring Valley Apartment Break-In
Orangetown, NY (February 3, 2026) – Wesleigh Gilsenan, 41, of Orangetown, was convicted of Burglary in the Second Degree in Rockland County Court following a two-day bench trial, according to an announcement from District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II. The verdict, delivered by the Honorable Judge Kevin F. Russo, on January 30, stems from an incident that occurred on April 24, … [Read more...] about Orangetown Man Convicted of Burglary After Spring Valley Apartment Break-In
Clarkstown sixth graders graduate D.A.R.E
NANUET, NY — Sixth-grade students at A. MacArthur Barr Middle School were recognized this week for completing the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) program, marking the culmination of a course focused on decision-making, personal responsibility and safety. Clarkstown Police Chief Jeffrey Wanamaker, Town Supervisor George Hoehmann and members of the Town Board … [Read more...] about Clarkstown sixth graders graduate D.A.R.E
Rockland County Officials Debate New Law Limiting ICE Cooperation
Democrats Say It Protects Families; Republicans Warn It Threatens Safety. By Kimmie Anderson New City, NY — A proposed law in Rockland County has sparked debate between Democrats and Republicans over how local police should interact with federal immigration agents. The bill, called the “Safety and Dignity for All Act”, was introduced by Democratic Legislator Beth … [Read more...] about Rockland County Officials Debate New Law Limiting ICE Cooperation
United Women of Rockland Hosts Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser
By Tom Ossa Stony Point, NY – The United Women of Rockland held a Breast Cancer Awareness fundraising event on Friday, January 30, at Olive’s in the Village of Nyack. The event combined live music, raffles, and community fundraising to support local women undergoing treatment for breast cancer and other serious illnesses. The fundraiser ran from early evening through late night … [Read more...] about United Women of Rockland Hosts Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser