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Airmont residents push back on new development propsal
Har Shalom, a new orthodox cemetery for 10,000 gravesites and a mikvah for ritual bathing/gatherings being built on Hillside Avenue, may soon be joined by a three-story “house of worship” with an under- and above-ground parking garage, its flat roof slated for use as an outdoor gathering place for reli gious holidays and other festivities.
Malls, Clarkstown settle tax disputes; Nyack super's payout; Lake Welch closed: Angle
As Americans across the nation processed an assassination attempt on former president and current GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump, we spoke to people in the lohud region. At Flywheel Park in Piermont, Jack Collins told our reporters that today’s political atmosphere felt similar to the tension of the late '60s. “And I just hope that all Americans join (in on) condemning this act of violence, no matter what your political bent is," the Montebello resident said. Read our coverage here to find out what's on your neighbors' minds.
Ramapo Installs Electronic Charging Stations in Eight County Locations
In a new project funded through a partnership between the NY State Energy Research and Development Authority and the Town of Ramapo, eight Ramapo locations will soon boast public electronic vehicle charging stations. "The Town is excited to offer sustainable EV charging to our residents as part of our Green...
Homes For Heroes Apartments Open For New York Veterans
New York state continues to expand efforts to provide affordable housing opportunities for Veterans across the state, this time with more than a dozen apartments, with supportive services, in Rockland County. Governor Hochul Announces Opening of Homes for Heroes Apartments, Rockland County. Rockland County is now home to a 14-unit...
Village of Ridgewood Imposes Mandatory Water Restrictions in the Face of Heat Advisory
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Weeks after the Village of Ridgewood asked residents to restrict their water usage, the municipality is again asking residents to cut back, as the excessive heat could once again put the village at risk of a water shortage. Due to the excessive heat, the village is imposing a two-day watering schedule – odd number addresses can water their lawn on Tuesday and Saturday, and even number addresses can water their lawn on Wednesday and Sunday. There will be no residential watering on Monday, Thursday and Friday. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The announcement comes...
Officials Convene to Address Safety Concerns on Cragmere Road
On Friday, a meeting was held to address safety concerns on Cragmere Road, bringing together key local officials and representatives. Among those in attendance were Senator Bill Weber, Ramapo Supervisor Michael Specht, Airmont Mayor Nathan Bubel, Deputy Mayor Shimon Moses, Suffern Mayor Michael Curley, a representative from Congressman Mike Lawler’s office, Former Senator Elijah Reichlin-Melnick, Town of Ramapo OEP Joseph Margeratten, and local residents.
These 5 New Jersey Suburbs Make The List Of Wealthiest In America
For decades, part of the classic "American Dream" was for a family to buy a home in the Suburbs and escape City Life. For many Middle-Class Families, living in the Suburbs is a representation of their social status. But today, the Middle Class accounts for only 50 percent of United...
Ramapo Supervisor Michael Specht Attends Seniors Barbecue at Rockland Community College
Town of Ramapo Supervisor Michael Specht attended the Seniors Barbecue on Friday afternoon at Rockland Community College, bringing a sense of community and enjoyment to the event. The gathering was marked by the presence of Rockland County Executive Ed Day and former Senator Elijah Reichlin-Melnick, much to the delight of...
Your chemicals contaminated our water supply, N.J. city says in lawsuit against Dow
Garfield is suing Dow Chemical Company and others for allegedly contaminating the Bergen County city’s drinking water with a synthetic industrial chemical suspected of causing cancer. The city’s water supply was allegedly contaminated with 1,4-dioxane, a solvent and component used in paints and ink that the International Agency for...
Failed Inspection Causes Emergency Closure On Busy Bridge In Westchester
Part of a busy bridge in Westchester is closed to traffic as crews make emergency repairs following a failed inspection, officials announced. The northeast ramp of the "H-Bridge" in Tarrytown, which carries Railroad Avenue over Metro-North tracks, is closed to traffic, village officials announ…
Supervisor Kenny Visits Brightview Lake Tappan to Thank Veterans
Lake Tappan, NY – This week, Supervisor Kenny visited Brightview Lake Tappan to personally thank the veterans for their service. During his visit, Supervisor Kenny took the time to answer numerous questions from the veterans, engaging with them in meaningful conversations. The event was a veterans barbecue organized by...
Ossining River Jam: Music, Food & Fun By The Waterfront Fridays This Summer
The annual Ossining Riverjam Summer Concert Series kicked off with a bang on July 3, marking a successful start to another summer filled with music, food, drinks, and fun on the Ossining waterfront. Residents and visitors alike gathered at the Louis Engel Waterfront Park to enjoy the vibrant a…
Despite Hurdles Warehouse Developer Moves Forward To Seek Approvals For Massive Warehouse Opposite Ecology Lane in Village of West Haverstraw
Former Construction & Demolition Debris Dumping Ground Off-Gassing Methane: Developer Working On Getting DEC Approvals To Move Forward on Cleanup and Capping. What is not in dispute is that the Village of West Haverstraw has a methane off-gassing, 34-acre, uncapped construction and demolition debris landfill sitting along Ecology Lane and Beach Road, that was never properly closed. Instead, the grassy hill is covered with two feet of topsoil and overgrown vegetation, and slated to become the site of a massive 24/7 warehouse, if the developer’s application is approved.
Friends of Hathorn to honor fallen Battle of Minisink soldiers
The annual ceremonies honoring Warwick’s fallen soldiers and veterans of the Minisink Battle take place July 20 and 22. The Friends of Hathorn invite the community to attend one, to remember our local founding veterans: July 20 at Minisink Battleground Park in Sullivan County at 4 p.m.; July 22 at 11 a.m., at the Minisink monument/gravesite in Goshen, opposite 101 Main St.; and July 22 at 6:30 p.m., at the Hathorn gravesite at Warwick Cemetery, featuring a group reading of Hathorn’s “Battle of Minisink” report.
Wayne YMCA to sell Pike Drive facility to township in historic deal. Here's the price
WAYNE — The township has agreed to buy the YMCA property on Pike Drive for $12.2 million, clearing the way for health and recreation officials to grow their programs and protect the land from future redevelopment. The historic acquisition, the largest that the township has made since voters approved the creation of an...
2 neighborhoods in this New Jersey city picked as top ‘sleep sanctuaries’
Our days in the Garden State can be stressful, we have a lot going on. After a busy day we all just want a good night’s sleep, but where are the best places to get one in New Jersey?. Amerisleep recently surveyed 3,000 people to identify the most coveted...
Bergen County Little Leaguer born with one hand follows in the footsteps of Jim Abbott
EAST RUTHERFORD − Christian Campusano is a Yankee Kid all the way. His favorite players are Aaron Judge and … Jim Abbott. “I’d love to meet him,” Campusano said with a bright smile. “He was a pitcher for the Yankees. He had the same condition as me.”
HNA Property In Palisades Sells For $26.3 Million
Orangetown Officials Breathe A Sigh Of Relief Over Closing On HNA Property To REVEIL LLC; 342-Unit Housing Development Slated For Bucolic 106-Acre Site. That’s the sentiment in the Town of Orangetown, now that the ink has dried on the sale of HNA’s Palisades Training Center on Route 9W in Palisades to a group of developers who plan to re-develop the 106-acre dilapidated property into a new hotel and 342 townhouses and apartments.
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