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Rockland Ushers New Era Of Tourism Rockland Ushers New Era Of Tourism
Rockland Ushers New Era Of Tourism NEW CITY, N.Y. -- Lucy Redzeposki is a funny lady, but she's dead serious about ushering in a new era of tourism for Rockland County.  In the 18 months since Rockland County Executive Ed Day brought her on as the county's Executive Director of Economic Growth & Tourism, she's done a lot with not very much, at least not very much money. "They gave me no staff, no budget," she quips, setting up a talk with the skill of a seasoned comic at the Rockland Business Association's Thursday luncheon at the Paramount Country Club. "But I had to get something started." In a sho…

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Neighbors
Schiffs Offer Advice On Marital Harmony While Strolling In Nyack Schiffs Offer Advice On Marital Harmony While Strolling In Nyack
Schiffs Offer Advice On Marital Harmony While Strolling In Nyack NYACK, N.Y. -- She's retired. He has a day off. The White Plains couple of 42 years decided to stroll in Nyack, maybe even have a nice lunch. "I hear 8 North Broadway is good," said Dave Schiff, a city planner. "So good that I thought we'd stand a better chance getting in for lunch, rather than trying to get a table for dinner." The Schiffs had not been to Nyack for a while, but they were recounting memories of where they'd bought furniture, crafts, jewelry. They were trying to pinpoint where they'd bought a particular clock years ago, and they bandied back and forth, ju…

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Lifestyle
Nanuet's Rockland Bakery Ranks Among DVlicious Bagel Finalists Nanuet's Rockland Bakery Ranks Among DVlicious Bagel Finalists
Nanuet's Rockland Bakery Ranks Among DVlicious Bagel Finalists NANUET, N.Y. -- It’s impossible to live here and not have a bagel opinion. The New York area, as everyone knows, is the bagel capital of the world. And yes, it’s worth waiting in line on a Sunday morning to get one of these doughy wonders fresh out of the oven. Toasting, as a bagel purist knows, is not necessary when you buy the very best. We asked for your favorites and now have three contestants in the running. Each is being profiled this week as part of our ongoing DVlicious contest. Here’s the lowdown on one who made the cut. Rockland Bakery, 94 Demarest Mill Road, Nanuet, (845) 623-580…

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Rocklanders Cast Ballots For Dems, Republicans On Presidential Primary Day Rocklanders Cast Ballots For Dems, Republicans On Presidential Primary Day
Rocklanders Cast Ballots For Dems, Republicans On Presidential Primary Day ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- Ellie Jordan was out early Tuesday morning voting in New York's primary, but the West Nyack resident wishes independents could vote too. "This is an important election, a really important election, so I wish independents had a say today too," said Jordan. Jordan did not reveal her own party affiliation but she did lament that this has been a "dysfunctional" election season so far. Democrats and Republicans can vote Tuesday in the state’s presidential primaries, the first time in decades that New York has had competitive presidential campaigns. …

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Piermont Residents Worried About Teen Crime Spree Piermont Residents Worried About Teen Crime Spree
Piermont Residents Worried About Teen Crime Spree PIERMONT, N.Y. -- Residents of this river village are beginning to feel concerned about a series of crimes that have been committed by a group of teens. The crimes include car theft, vandalism, and setting fire, accidentally, at Piermont's historic First Reformed Church. "I believe we have to get the community talking about this," said resident Michael Matulac. "These are serious crimes, especially for minors." Mayor Chris Sanders said he would not comment on the record because "it concerns juveniles," but he urged people to speak up on the issue at village boa…

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Nyack's Hot Bagels Snags Position As A Rockland DVlicious Bagel Finalist Nyack's Hot Bagels Snags Position As A Rockland DVlicious Bagel Finalist
Nyack's Hot Bagels Snags Position As A Rockland DVlicious Bagel Finalist CENTRAL NYACK, N.Y. -- It’s impossible to live here and not have a bagel opinion. The New York area, as everyone knows, is the bagel capital of the world. And yes, it’s worth waiting in line on a Sunday morning to get one of these doughy wonders fresh out of the oven. Toasting, as a bagel purist knows, is not necessary when you buy the very best. We asked for your favorites and now have three contestants in the running. Each is being profiled this week as part of our ongoing DVlicious contest. Here’s the lowdown on one who made the cut. Nyack Hot Bagels & Deli, 348 Route 59, Central Nya…

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St. Lawrence, Troodler Arrests Do Not Surprise Rocklanders St. Lawrence, Troodler Arrests Do Not Surprise Rocklanders
St. Lawrence, Troodler Arrests Do Not Surprise Rocklanders RAMAPO, N.Y. -- Neither Republicans nor Democrats are surprised that a three-year FBI probe tied to the financing of the town's controversial baseball stadium has resulted in Thursday morning's arrests of Ramapo Supervisor Christopher St. Lawrence and Aaron Troodler, the former executive director of the Ramapo Local Development Corporation. Both St. Lawrence, a Wesley Hills Democrat, and Troodler face federal securities fraud, wire fraud, and conspiracy charges in connection with the issuance of municipal bonds. The U.S. Attorney's Office says the case could be the first municipal bond-relat…

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Schools
Nyack School Board Nixes Breathalyzer Proposal Nyack School Board Nixes Breathalyzer Proposal
Nyack School Board Nixes Breathalyzer Proposal NYACK, N.Y. -- Opponents of the breathalzyer policy for the Nyack School District are breathing easier since the board on Tuesday voted down the controversial policy that has been the subject of nearly a half-dozen readings over several months. "It was an extensive process, and in the end, the close vote shows that the board was struggling over the right decision," said Schools Superintendent James Montesano.  The proposal was voted down 4 to 3. Those who voted in favor of the proposal were Board President Karen Hughes, James Marshall and Daniel Juechter. The rest were opposed. T…

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Lifestyle
Second Bike Shop Opens In Nyack Second Bike Shop Opens In Nyack
Second Bike Shop Opens In Nyack NYACK, N.Y. -- Wendy Palacio worked in bike shops in Piermont and Congers (Toga)for nearly a dozen years. Now he (yes, Wendy's a man, and we'll explain that a bit later), is taking the ultimate ride: he has opened CrankWorks Cycles in Nyack on North Broadway. "It was time," said Palacio, who is also a professional racer. "I have a wife and family. It was time." Of course Palacio was familiar with the scores of cyclists who stream through Nyack on weekends, especially in the warmer months. And what better location than the corner of Main and Broadway?  "To be so clo…

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Celebs Enjoy Visit To Area Tavern During Movie Production Celebs Enjoy Visit To Area Tavern During Movie Production
Celebs Enjoy Visit To Area Tavern During Movie Production ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. . - "She's a sweetheart," said Rhodes Tavern bartender Joseph Carelli, referring to the statuesque British actress Emma Thompson. "She's fun and bubbly and more beautiful in person." Carelli would know because last Wednesday, the actress, along with actor Ben Stiller, who were shooting "The Meyerowitz Stories" in Rockland last week, spent three hours at the tavern drinking, taking photos, and having a good ole time. Carelli said Thompson was seated at a high top at the bar and he recognized her. He was skeptical when a colleague told him S…

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