Rockland County Times Newspaper

Route 304 Repaving Project to Begin This Spring

New York State Senator Bill Weber was joined on March 6 by Clarkstown Town Supervisor George Hoehmann, members of the Clarkstown…

By rctadmin on March 12, 2026No Comment

Suffern Library Book Fee Controversy

Last month, Rockland County resident Penny Courtine launched a petition criticizing the Suffern Library’s practice of imposing replacement fees for what…

By Gillian DeStefano on March 12, 2026No Comment

Remembering Anne Tso

On February 27th, Anne Tso, 27, of Pearl River, was found fatally shot and stabbed in her apartment in Philadelphia. Investigators…

By rctadmin on March 12, 2026No Comment

Serial Kidnapper, Convicted Rapist Pleads Guilty to Kidnapping Haverstraw Woman

Eduardo Hernandez, 49, of Garnerville, New York, has pled guilty to Kidnapping in the Second Degree in Rockland County Court on…

By rctadmin on March 12, 2026No Comment

Ramapo Man Sentenced for Evidence Tampering in Murder-For-Hire Plot PlotTampering

Rockland County District Walsh has announced that Ira Bernstein, 51, of Montebello, New York, has been sentenced to 1 ½ to…

By rctadmin on March 12, 2026No Comment

Bondar Announces Candidacy for Clarkstown Supervisor

Attorney and public servant Eugene Bondar has officially announced his…

By rctadmin on February 20, 2026No Comment

PBA Publishes Concerns Over Proposed Safety and Dignity for All Act

The Police Chiefs Association of Rockland County, Rockland County PBA,…

By rctadmin on February 5, 2026No Comment

Legislators Remember Rev. Jesse Jackson

The Rockland County Legislature has released these statements on the passing of Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr., a politician, minister, and a civil rights activist widely considered to be…

By rctadmin on February 19, 2026No Comment

Legislature Overflows with Concerns Over ICE

The evening of February 3rd saw the Rockland County Legislature meet to discuss the potential of passing a bill known as the Safety and Dignity for All…

By Adam Garvey on February 5, 2026No Comment

Snow Storm Fern Blankets Rockland

Rockland was enveloped in a blanket of snow this past weekend, leaving grocery stores raided, roads icy, and an abundance of snowmen in its wake. The RCT reached…

By Sierra Lidén on January 29, 2026No Comment

What Do Rocklanders Think About Venezuela?

On the morning of Saturday, January 3rd, Americans woke up to the breaking news that Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro had been captured by U.S. forces and brought to…

By Nicholas Cantone on January 19, 2026No Comment

Goodbye, 2025 – Welcome, 2026!

Dear Readers, What a year it has been! We have accomplished so much as a team this year and I cannot wait to see all that we accomplish…

By Sierra Lidén on December 31, 2025No Comment

Why Some Aussie Crypto Platforms Feel Simpler Than Others

Many Aussies compare local exchanges by ease of use, fees, and how friendly they feel for someone who…

By rctadmin on March 11, 2026No Comment

Unleashing KAT a Must for Knicks Title Hopes

All In with John Jastremski We’ve hit the home…

By rctadmin on March 4, 2026

A Player’s Guide to High-Edge Poker Opportunities

In poker, preparation almost always reaps more rewards than…

By rctadmin on February 25, 2026

Jobs, Communities, and the Track: Why Horse Racing Still Matters in Pennsylvania Politics

Even though horse racing doesn’t usually come up when…

By rctadmin on February 25, 2026

A Good Midseason Report Card, but the Final Grade is What Matters

We have reached the All Star break of this…

By rctadmin on February 25, 2026

How to Introduce CBD into Your Cat’s Wellness Routine

Cats thrive on routines that bring calm and predictability…

By rctadmin on March 13, 2026

How Affordable Cannabis Can Benefit the Community Health

New York regulations changed how Rockland County neighbors view…

By rctadmin on March 10, 2026

How Technology Can Help Seniors Live Independently

Rockland County is a beautiful place to grow older.…

By rctadmin on March 9, 2026

How Assisted Living Architecture Improves Safety and Well-Being

Assisted living architecture creates warm, safe places for the…

By rctadmin on March 6, 2026

Letter to the Editor

Dear Editor, I’m a high school student concerned…

By rctadmin on January 25, 2026

Appointments, Approvals, and Celebrations in Orangetown

The town board of Orangetown met on the evening…

By Adam Garvey on January 22, 2026

Asbestos, Woodchucks, and the Threat of ICE

The town of Haverstraw’s board met on the evening…

By Adam Garvey on January 19, 2026

Hood Begins 5th Term, Paul Elected for 7th Time

The Rockland County Legislature voted Thursday night to fill…

By rctadmin on January 19, 2026

Knowing Your Rights During a Criminal Case

Legal trouble often starts with a simple conversation. Police…

By rctadmin on March 9, 2026

Arrest Made in Missing Spring Valley Juveniles Case

On February 8, 2026, the Spring Valley Police Department…

By rctadmin on March 7, 2026

Correctional Officer Arrested

Sheriff Falco has announced the arrest of 63 year…

By rctadmin on March 6, 2026

Man Arrested has Toddler-Level Meltdown

District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II has announced that…

By rctadmin on March 5, 2026

Curalta Foot + Ankle Opens New Office in Nanuet

Curalta Foot + Ankle, the largest podiatry group in…

By rctadmin on March 5, 2026

Best Practices for Local Businesses Facing Litigation

Small business owners rarely expect to end up in…

By rctadmin on March 3, 2026

The Palisades Mall Has New Owners

The Palisades Shopping Center is one of the most…

By Adam Garvey on February 26, 2026

Outstanding Community Leaders Recognized

The Rockland County Legislature honored four outstanding community leaders…

By rctadmin on February 26, 2026

Our Forgotten but Notable Neighbors: Pvt. Murray Gottlieb, Part Two

Part Two, continued from the 02.26.26 edition of the Rockland County Times After two and a half years of furious fighting, MacArthur and his…

By Jerome Kleiman on March 5, 2026No Comment

From Rockland to Scotland

This past summer, former North Rockland resident Quaz Degraft took his one-man show In the Black across the Atlantic to perform at the Edinburgh…

By Gillian DeStefano on February 27, 2026No Comment

Street Named After Officer Courtney F. Smith

P.O. Courtney Smith Way was officially unveiled on South Broadway in Nyack on Saturday, February 21, at 2 p.m., honoring the heroic legacy of…

By Gillian DeStefano on February 26, 2026No Comment

What’s going on in Rockland County from Thursday, February 5th – Wednesday, February 11th Email gillian@rocklandcountytimes.com with events! Orangetown NYACK: The Nyack Center, Orwell: 2+2=5 February 11th Don’t…

By Gillian DeStefano on February 5, 2026No Comment

The County Executive’s Corner: Maximizing Value for Taxpayers

March is Procurement Month — a time to recognize the professionals who work behind the scenes to ensure…

By rctadmin on March 8, 2026

Dr. Oz Comes to Rockland

Congressman Mike Lawler hosted Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), for…

By BQE Admin on December 11, 2025

The Real Benefits of Assisted Living for Seniors and Families

Assisted living is an option that allows completely independent living, whereas nursing homes cater to older adults who…

By rctadmin on March 6, 2026

Hoehmann and Town Officials Take Oath of Office

During the annual Town Board reorganization meeting last night Town of Clarkstown officials were sworn in to office…

By rctadmin on January 9, 2026

Fixed-Limit and No-Limit Poker Feel Like Different Games

Fixed-limit and no-limit poker games often feel extremely different to most players. The reason is structure. Betting rules…

By rctadmin on February 24, 2026

The “Are You Seeing Anyone” Question

Op-Ed By Craig Wynne With the holidays coming up, a lot of my fellow singletons will be subjected…

By rctadmin on December 21, 2025