BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS!

BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS!

BY JEANNINE RIPPA October 4​ is a ​worldwide​ ​celebrat​ation of​ the feast day of the Patron Saint of Animals, Saint Francis of Assisi. It’s customary that in remembrance of St. Francis of Assisi’s love for all creatures, animals are led to churches for a special ceremony called the “Blessing of the Animals.” St. Francis of […]

Unsung Hero: Mike Miller, Thiells Fire Department Volunteer Fire Engineer

Unsung Hero: Mike Miller, Thiells Fire Department Volunteer Fire Engineer

BY BARRY WARNER This week the Rockland County Times Unsung Heroes column features Mike Miller of Thiells Fire Dept., a young fire engineer who has earned praise from his superiors for the extra hours and hard work he puts in ensuring the safety and welfare of his community. “Mike Miller is a dedicated volunteer and […]

Three New York Aviation Organizations Speak Out Against Air Traffic Control Privatization

Three New York Aviation Organizations Speak Out Against Air Traffic Control Privatization

This week, three leading New York aviation groups joined with many others nationwide to oppose H.R. 2997, a bill that would privatize the United States’ air traffic control system, putting it in the hands of a private board dominated by commercial airline and private interests. The Long Island Business Aviation Association, Westchester Aviation Association and […]

Rockland Road Closures and Detours Start for NJ Transit Rail Crossing Work

Rockland Road Closures and Detours Start for NJ Transit Rail Crossing Work

NJ TRANSIT’s grade crossing repair projects planned for Pearl River and Spring Valley this month start on Wednesday, October 4 with the closure of two rail crossings in Pearl River. Following the completion of that work, three crossings in Spring Valley will be closed for repairs. Traffic delays are anticipated as a result of the […]

WEATHER THIS WEEK: October 6-12

WEATHER THIS WEEK: October 6-12

Your weekly forecast by Zachary Jacomowitz Hello, Rockland County! I hope that you have had a great week and that an even better weekend is upon you. Before I begin, I’d like to express my condolences to all those lost in the horrible Las Vegas shooting earlier this week. My thoughts and prayers are with […]