Rockland County Times Newspaper

Gilbert Goes Free: Brinks Getaway Driver Granted Parole

Less than a week after Rockland gathered to commemorate Peter…

Hochul Declares State of Emergency

In the late hours of Monday evening, Governor Kathy Hochul…

Status Quo In Leadership Cannot Be Status Quo on Diamond for Yanks in 2021

Last Tuesday, the Yankees doubled down on Brian Cashman’s decision…

Hi-Tor Animal Shelter Gets Green Light for New Facility

In the 50 years Hi-Tor Animal Shelter has served…

Nanuet Street Fair a Rousing Success

Main Street in Nanuet was bumper-to-bumper people and strollers…

Legislators Unanimously Back Conservation of Split Rock Site Sacred To Ramapough Lenape Nation

Rockland County Legislators have unanimously adopted a new law to…

Local

Ramapo Valley Ambulance Corps Warned to Keep Silent on Overdue Funds

When Ramapo Valley Ambulance Corps President Carol Demont saw PPE supplies running low and funding from the town of Ramapo drying…

By rctadmin on October 15, 2021 Comments

Former Haverstraw Village Official Arrested for Grand Larceny

Former Haverstraw village deputy mayor and village trustee Emily Dominguez, 51, has been indicted and arrested for allegedly stealing over $11,000…

By dskriloff on October 15, 2021 Comments

Daughter of Tammy Palmer Raising Funds for a Headstone at her Grave

The daughter of the late Tammy Pannirello Palmer is seeking to raise funds for a headstone at her grave site, which…

By dskriloff on October 13, 2021 Comments

FEMA Disaster Recovery Center Offers Services to Rocklanders Rocked by Ida

The Town of Orangetown and Rockland County have been working with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to provide assistance to…

By Sean King on October 12, 2021 Comments

Deputy Mayor of Airmont Resigns, Village Amends Noise Ordinance and Repeals Overnight Parking Ban

An in-person meeting that attracted an overflow crowd last month and had been rescheduled for Monday, October 4 went on…

By rctadmin on October 11, 2021 Comments

Politics

Statement From Rockland County Legislator Harriet Cornell On Supreme Court Failure To Block Texas Abortion-Bounty Law

“For the last 48 years, the strong legal shield…

By rctadmin on September 10, 2021 Comments

Overtime: Governor Hochul calls Extraordinary Session Of State Legislature Starting Sept 1, Extends Eviction Freeze

Governor Hochul is done waiting for the federal government. In…

By Joe Kuhn, Managing Editor on September 1, 2021 Comments

Clarkstown Community Shuts Down Board Meeting: Residents Refuse to Wear Masks

What would have been a discussion on how the Clarkstown…

By Joe Kuhn, Managing Editor on August 13, 2021 Comments

Breaking News

Nation

We Remember: 9/11

It’s been 20 years since America was forever changed by the tragic events of September 11th, 2001. The attack that so shocked and changed the nation is an…

By Joe Kuhn, Managing Editor on September 11, 2021 Comments

FBI Raids Home in Connection to Eugene Palmer Case

The saga of “FBI Ten Most Wanted” outlaw Eugene Palmer continues, this time with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) conducting a raid Tuesday morning at his granddaughter…

By dskriloff on August 18, 2021 Comments

Former Evergreen Director Pleads Not Guilty to Reckless Endangerment Charge

Denise Kerr, the former director of the Evergreen Assisted Living Facility in Spring Valley, is now the last of the six suspects to be arrested and arraigned…

By Joe Kuhn, Managing Editor on August 17, 2021 Comments

Rockland’s Own Wins Silver With USA Baseball

Rockland sends congratulations to its own baseball star, Patrick Kivlehan, a member of the USA Baseball team who won silver at the Tokyo Olympics on Saturday. Kivlehan is…

By Sean King on August 12, 2021 Comments

Hochul to lead New York

New Yorkers far and wide welcomed the news that Andrew Cuomo will be exiting the Executive Mansion by August 24, paving the way for Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul…

By Kathy Kahn, Staff Reporter on August 12, 2021 Comments

World

Nyack Resident to Compete in Tokyo Olympics

The Rockland Rowing Association recently announced that Charlotte Buck, of Nyack, was selected to the U.S. National Rowing…

By Jennifer Korn, Digital Editor on June 10, 2021 Comments

Sports
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Politics
Crime
Business

Downward Dog Into Yoga This Summer

The past year has been difficult for many. Faced…

By Sean King on July 15, 2021

Make Or Break Time For 2021 Yankees Starts Thursday

By: John Jastremski It’s been well documented in this…

By rctadmin on July 15, 2021

Subway Series Signals Two Teams In Two Different Directions

The schedule makers of Major League Baseball gave…

By rctadmin on July 6, 2021

Covid-19 Vaccine Available for Ages 12+ At Boulders Stadium

The Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH), Good Samaritan…

By rctadmin on June 18, 2021

Nanuet Stop & Shop Announces Plans to Open Food Pantry in George Miller Elementary School

Last week Nanuet’s Stop & Shop celebrated it’s grand…

By rctadmin on August 14, 2021

It’s Great to be Alive

By: John Maloney Hello everybody. The Spectator is back! For how…

By rctadmin on August 8, 2021

Sweet Dream Comes True: Allie’s Bakery Opens

Rosalio Mazariego, head pastry chef and owner of Allie’s…

By Sean King on August 5, 2021

“Window” of Opportunity Opens for New Business Owner

New City residents—and anyone else who loves to…

By Kathy Kahn, Staff Reporter on July 23, 2021

Pres. Biden Extends Student Loan Freeze Through Jan. 31

Federal student loan borrowers were granted a renewal of…

By Jennifer Korn, Digital Editor on August 11, 2021

On Point: Rockland Times Readers Forecast Cuomo’s Resignation in Recent Poll

As the governor faced immense pressure to resign in…

By Jennifer Korn, Digital Editor on August 10, 2021

If You Want to Participate Fully in Society, Get Vaccinated Says de Blasio: Proof of Vaccination Required for Several Indoor NYC Settings

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced on…

By Sean King on August 6, 2021

RCT Poll: Should Governor Cuomo Resign?

On Tuesday, the NY Attorney General’s office officially corroborated…

By Jennifer Korn, Digital Editor on August 4, 2021

UPDATE: Manhunt in North Rockland Leads to Two Arrests

UPDATE Two male suspects are in custody after local…

By Jennifer Korn, Digital Editor on September 7, 2021

Update: Judge Ugell Decides to Keep West Hook Case Open

Judge Scott Ugell said on Thursday he was satisfied…

By Jennifer Korn, Digital Editor on August 27, 2021

Judge Pulls Brakes on West Hook Settlement: Advocates Speak Out

The Town of Clarkstown proposed a settlement with the…

By Jennifer Korn, Digital Editor on August 25, 2021

St. Joseph Smashed: Vandal Damages Property at Century Old Spring Valley Church

The patron saint of workers is going to…

By Joe Kuhn, Managing Editor on August 16, 2021

Volkswagen Comes to Nanuet

With the virus quickly fading, it was masks…

By rctadmin on June 7, 2021

Hole in One for Stony Point; Patriot Hills Park LLC Inks Deal to Buy Town’s Golf Course for $6.4 Million

Stony Point’s Patriot Hills Golf Course offers winning views…

By Kathy Kahn, Staff Reporter on April 14, 2021

Estate Planning: The Simple Checklist for NY Residents

Understanding how and why estate planning can be an…

By rctadmin on January 6, 2021

Tips For Finding The Perfect Personal Injury Attorney

Anyone who knows the inconvenience, stress, and pain of…

By rctadmin on December 22, 2020

Special

Nyack Hosts Back-to-School BBQ

Several community sponsors distributed free food, school supplies, and over 300 backpacks to Nyack school district students at the community’s annual back-to-school barbeque on…

By Sean King on September 2, 2021 Comments

Two RCC Students Take Home Top Prize at First Online Debate in Rockland Community College History

Two Rockland Community College students recently competed in an inaugural online debating tournament and took home top prizes. The tournament was held virtually on…

By rctadmin on April 26, 2021 Comments

ERCSD Threatens to Fire Teachers if Legal Fees Not Cut to $1: NAACP Leaders Respond

By: Jennifer Korn After winning a three-year legal battle centered on the East Ramapo school district’s favoritism of private schools, the NAACP (National Association…

By rctadmin on January 21, 2021 Comments

Editorials

Can The Wilson Wow Factor Allow Jets Fans Happiness Throughout 2021?

Sometimes reality hits home and hits super hard if you’re a football fan. Around these parts, it hasn’t been super pretty rooting for either of the two NY…

By rctadmin on August 24, 2021 Comments

‘Hygiene Theatre’ and What the Restaurant Industry Looks Like Going Forward

Broken Yankees Need More Than A Spark… They Need Change

Senator Reichilin-Melnick Helps Pass New Protections for Sexual Assault Victims

Local

Retired Clarkstown K9 Dies

The Clarkstown Police Department announced the passing of its beloved retired K9, Taz, at the age of 12.…

By Jennifer Korn, Digital Editor on September 7, 2021

Nation

Governor Created Toxic Work Environment for Women, Investigation Finds

Call it “conduct unbecoming an officer,” but three-term governor Andrew Cuomo’s unwanted and uninvited sexual behavior toward female…

By Kathy Kahn, Staff Reporter on August 4, 2021

World

Does America or the UK have better horse racing events?

A history lesson in modern-day horse racing events Britain is considered to be the birthplace of many…

By rctadmin on April 23, 2021

Politics

Gov. Signs Legislation Repealing Law That Prohibits Barbering on Sundays

Though rarely enforced, there was previously a passage in the state criminal code that made it a misdemeanor…

By Jennifer Korn, Digital Editor on July 17, 2021

Sports

Isles Message Loud & Clear: Don’t You Forget About Me

Over the last few weeks, plenty of teams in town have gotten a lot of attention. Of…

By rctadmin on June 15, 2021

Editorials

Legislator Santulli Encourages Attendance At Memorial Day Watchfires

Rockland County Legislator Laurie Santulli encourages all who are able to attend this year’s Memorial Day Watchfires, held…

By rctadmin on May 28, 2021