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ON THIS WEEK’S PODCAST:
- Interview with Town of Haverstraw Supervisor Howard Phillips, regarding the recent proposal by MPact for residential housing, which requires a PILOT program (Payment in lieu of taxes)
- Local election results (not national) for Rockland candidates – Who won, who lost, by the numbers.
- Rose Memorial Library Prop 2. – 15 votes separate a [YES] / [NO] bond vote for new construction (Story at 11)
More stories:
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…
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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…
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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…
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‘The Place’: Beloved New City Venue to Close After Eight Years
NEW CITY, NY — After nearly a decade of serving up live music, great food, and unforgettable memories, The Place, a beloved restaurant and music venue located on Main Street in the heart of New City, will be closing its doors. Owner Jenna announced the bittersweet news this week in a heartfelt message to patrons, expressing…
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Rockland News Adds Morning Livestream AM Rockland, Includes Prominent County Leaders
By Kim Anderson New City, NY – Rockland News is stepping into a new era of local reporting, recently with the launch of its morning livestream program, AM Rockland. Airing weekdays at approximately 7:30 a.m., the show has quickly established itself as a platform for timely discussions on local news, community events, economic development, and…
West Nyack Road Closure as Part of Revitalization Project
West Nyack, NY – A portion of West Nyack Road between Alexander Brothers and the West Nyack Post Office will be closed to traffic for approximately 6-8 weeks as part of the ongoing West Nyack Revitalization Project. The closure is necessary to replace two aging culverts, which are pipes that allow water to flow under…
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