Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade To Return 'Live' This Year Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade To Return 'Live' This Year
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade To Return 'Live' This Year The Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade is returning to the streets of New York City for its 95th celebration after being curtailed last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Macy's made the announcement on Wednesday, Sept. 8, saying the parade will be delight crowds once again on Thursday, Nov. 25 beginning at 9 a.m. This year's parade will feature the signature mix of giant character helium balloons, fantastic floats, marching bands, performance groups, celebrities, clowns, and the one-and-only Santa Claus, Macy's said. “We are thrilled to welcome back in its full form the Macy’s Thanksgiving D…
COVID-19: Hudson Valley Hosts Fireworks Show As NY Celebrates Reopening COVID-19: Hudson Valley Hosts Fireworks Show As NY Celebrates Reopening
Covid-19: Hudson Valley Hosts Fireworks Show As NY Celebrates Reopening Gov. Andrew Cuomo wants to show the world that New Yorkers are “returning to life as we know it” with a series of fireworks displays across the state to celebrate the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions. Ten fireworks shows, including one at Nyack Memorial Park in Rockland County, are scheduled for 9:15 p.m. on Tuesday, June 15 - a day Cuomo said New Yorkers will remember. Earlier story - COVID-19: Majority Of NY Restrictions Lifted As State Hits Vaccine Milestone Additionally, Cuomo said that on Tuesday night, all state assets, including the Empire State Building will be lit blue and go…
Famed Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Coming To Westchester's Lyndhurst Famed Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Coming To Westchester's Lyndhurst
Famed Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Coming To Westchester's Lyndhurst Dog lovers rejoice. The famed Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is coming to Westchester County in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The show announced this month that the 145th annual event will be held at Lyndhurst, a property of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, on Route 9 (Broadway) in Tarrytown, on Saturday, June 12 and Sunday, June 13, 2021, with live coverage across FOX Sports networks.  Due to the ever-changing government restrictions during the pandemic a move to a springtime, outdoor dog show was necessary to uphold Westminster’s strong commitment to the health and sa…
Girls' Night Out at Good Samaritan Raises Nearly $50,000 To Support Access To Breast Health Girls' Night Out at Good Samaritan Raises Nearly $50,000 To Support Access To Breast Health
Girls' Night Out at Good Samaritan Raises Nearly $50,000 To Support Access To Breast Health Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), recently held its annual Girls’ Night Out event to raise funds for its nationally recognized Center for Breast Health. The evening was a celebration of camaraderie, strength and taking charge of one’s health. It included a high-end shopping experience, mini makeovers, a silent auction, raffles, dinner and more. Karen Karsif, M.D., Medical Director of The Center for Breast Health at Good Samaritan Hospital, discussed the latest advancements in breast cancer diagnosis, and comedian Erin Jackson …
Good Samaritan Hospital's Brunched By Corks & Forks Raised Over $80,000 During Culinary Event Good Samaritan Hospital's Brunched By Corks & Forks Raised Over $80,000 During Culinary Event
Good Samaritan Hospital's Brunched By Corks & Forks Raised Over $80,000 During Culinary Event More than 200 healthcare providers and friends of Good Samaritan Hospital attended Good Samaritan Hospital’s Brunched by Corks & Forks fundraiser on November 18 in Suffern. Through the sold out event, over $80,000 was raised to support advances in facilities, equipment, technology, talent and programs at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. Six of the region’s most distinguished chefs donated their talent and time to offer guests unique and delicious brunch dishes. The featured chefs were Didier Dumas of Didier Dumas Patisserie in Nyack, N…
'Impractical Jokers' Prankster Makes Northvale Appearance 'Impractical Jokers' Prankster Makes Northvale Appearance
'Impractical Jokers' Prankster Makes Northvale Appearance TruTV’s hit show "Impractical Jokers" star James Murray will be coming to Northvale's Books and Greetings alongside veteran sci-fi and horror writer Darren Wearmouth later this month. The pair co-wrote "Awakened" -- a chilling and wickedly fun supernatural novel: A beautiful New York City subway line unearths an ancient dark horror that threatens the city’s utter destruction and the balance of civilization itself. Murray -- affectionately known as "Murr" -- rose to fame with his comedy troupe "The Tenderloins" in the  hidden camera reality series. The…
Mahwah Program Shows Opioids' Destruction Of Users, Those Who Love Them Mahwah Program Shows Opioids' Destruction Of Users, Those Who Love Them
Mahwah Program Shows Opioids' Destruction Of Users, Those Who Love Them MAHWAH, N.J. – An award-winning film that shows the devastation of opioid addiction will be screened at Ramapo College later this month. Admission is free, but pre-registration is required to attend the 7 p.m. Jan. 31 on-campus screening of "Dying in Vein — The Opiate Generation," presented by the Mahwah Municipal Alliance in conjunction with township police and the college, at the Sharp Theater (Berrie Center). REGISTER: www.mahwahalliance.org Families will “leave the theater with a better understanding of the opioid epidemic that is occurring across our nation” after viewing fo…
Elks Lodge Serves Veterans A Holiday Dinner Elks Lodge Serves Veterans A Holiday Dinner
Elks Lodge Serves Veterans A Holiday Dinner MONTROSE, N.Y. -- The South District Elks wanted to ensure veterans had a happy holidays. The Elks, the Mid-Westchester Lodge 535 featuring the Armonk, Brewster, Ossining and Pearl River lodges served more than 100 veterans a holiday dinner on Thursday at the Montrose VA. The Elks also distributed sweatshirts and essential items, along with candy bags donated from students at Bedford Road School in Pleasantville. "It's a wonderful time," Deirdre Vedovino, an Elk said. "It's really beautiful and they are so appreciative." Vedovino, the veterans representative for her lod…
Rockland Celebrating Hanukkah With Menorah Parade Rockland Celebrating Hanukkah With Menorah Parade
Rockland Celebrating Hanukkah With Menorah Parade Rockland is getting into the Hanukkah spirit with about 80 menorah mobiles. Yeshiva Mesivta Lubavitch of Monsey is hosting a menorah parade starting in Monsey and ending with a menorah lighting at the Palisades Center on Wednesday, Dec. 13, the second night of Hanukkah, the eight-day festival of lights, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Mesitva Lubavitch has hosted the parade for more than 10 years, but this is the first time it is ending at the mall. The parade will last about 45 minutes. Sufganiyot (a jelly donut) will be served while the Gizmo Guys, a juggling duo, will perform. The grand menor…
Love A Parade? Suffern To Mark Veterans Day In Style Love A Parade? Suffern To Mark Veterans Day In Style
Love A Parade? Suffern To Mark Veterans Day In Style ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. --  Know a veteran who would love to march in a parade on Saturday to celebrate Veterans Day?  The Village of Suffern and American Legion Post 859 are asking all scouts, school children, participants, and residents to reach out to a veteran they know, to invite to take part in a parade and ceremony at 11 a.m. Saturday. Those who wish to participate should meet at 11 a.m., at Suffern Village Hall (61 Washington Ave.), the parade will proceed to Soldiers Monument on Washington Avenue where a ceremony will take place. For information, call Village of Suffern Recreation a…
Nyack’s Natural Burial Boutique Helps Rocklanders Deal With Death Nyack’s Natural Burial Boutique Helps Rocklanders Deal With Death
Nyack’s Natural Burial Boutique Helps Rocklanders Deal With Death NYACK, N.Y. -- Ever wanted to talk about death in a safe, respectful space? Now you can. Kerry Potter, the owner of Dying to Bloom, a natural burial boutique in Nyack, will be hosting what's called a "Death Café," over tea and treats Sunday, Nov. 5 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. “Death Cafés” features a group-directed, agenda-free discussions of topics surrounding death, fears, ideas, and life itself. While they are not considered grief support or counseling, they can be therapeutic for those who have experienced loss or those that simply have general questions about death. The “Death Ca…
Book It, Rockland; Hudson Valley Restaurant Week Starts Book It, Rockland; Hudson Valley Restaurant Week Starts
Book It, Rockland; Hudson Valley Restaurant Week Starts ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- At the risk of sounding like your spouse, consider this your reminder to make your Hudson Valley Restaurant Week (HRVS) reservations. The two-week long event, a celebration of the bounty of the Hudson Valley, starts Monday, Oct. 30 and goes until Sunday, Nov. 12 and spots fill up fast. More than 200 restaurants throughout Westchester, Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, Orange, Ulster, and Sullivan participate, allowing chefs to flaunt their best fare. Special three-course menus are $22.95 for lunch and $32.95 for dinner and often focus on seasonal ingredients.  New this y…
Just Golden: RBA Will Mark 50th Anniversary In Style Just Golden: RBA Will Mark 50th Anniversary In Style
Just Golden: RBA Will Mark 50th Anniversary In Style ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- Forget about a stuffy dinner with lots of speeches that put everyone's heads in their soup. Instead, the Rockland Business Association (RBA) is celebrating its 50th Anniversary of service, leadership and tremendous accomplishments for the people and businesses of Rockland by throwing a huge party in true circus fashion. The big day takes place at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 2, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Airmont (at Exit 14B), with street performers for attendees enjoyment along with a smorgasbord of great food and drink. Some of the fun will feature a professiona…
Love A Parade? Costume Contest Caps Suffern Event Love A Parade? Costume Contest Caps Suffern Event
Love A Parade? Costume Contest Caps Suffern Event ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- Small towns love a good parade and the Village of Suffern is no exception, especially when it comes to Halloween. This year, young and old alike can don their spooky, scary or funny costumes and join in the parade fun when it hits the streets around 2 p.m. Sunday. "This is one of those parades where there are as many people in it, as are watching it," said Cathy Mills with the village.  The parade will run from Lafayette Avenue to the Virginia Menschner Gazebo. The lineup for the parade is in the lot across from Ole Ole. After everyone gets to the gazebo…
Suffern Woman Walks For Alzheimer's In Honor Of Grandmother Suffern Woman Walks For Alzheimer's In Honor Of Grandmother
Suffern Woman Walks For Alzheimer's In Honor Of Grandmother ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- Ashley Cole is walking for her grandmother, Lillian. Cole is one of the many people participating in the Rockland Walk to End Alzheimer's on Sunday at Palisades Credit Union Park in Pomona. Registration begins at 9 a.m., with an opening ceremony at 10 a.m., followed by the walk. Cole began noticing her grandmother's decline following the death of her grandfather. Cole lived around the corner from her grandmother growing up,  bonding over coffee. “Her mind slowly began to show signs of Alzheimer’s disease,” Ashley said. “She began to forget things I told her one day…
Piermont Woman, NJ Gym, Rally To Raise Funds For Puerto Rico Piermont Woman, NJ Gym, Rally To Raise Funds For Puerto Rico
Piermont Woman, NJ Gym, Rally To Raise Funds For Puerto Rico PIERMONT, N.Y. -- Jeanine Cummins, whose father's family hails from San Juan, hasn't been sleeping much lately. Ever since Hurricane Maria decimated Puerto Rico she has watched the aftermath from her Piermont home with a growing sense of horror and desperation. Communication with the island is difficult and some families are still nervously waiting to hear from loved ones amid increasingly distressing news reports about shortages of food, water, and vital medications like insulin for diabetics and albuterol for asthmatics. Never one to sit idly by, Cummins has partnered with Stephanie Shult…
'The Hostage's Daughter' Tells Her Story In Palisades 'The Hostage's Daughter' Tells Her Story In Palisades
'The Hostage's Daughter' Tells Her Story In Palisades ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- Sulome Anderson, a Palisades native, didn't meet her father until she was six. Anderson's father, Terry Anderson, was taken hostage in Lebanon while covering the country's civil war three months before she was born. Sulome recounts the experience in her new memoir, "The Hostage's Daughter: A Story of Family, Madness and the Middle East." Sulome will be discussing the book at the HNA Palisades Premiere Conference Center at 334 Route 9w on Sunday, Sept. 17 at 4:30 p.m. The event is being presented by the Palisades Library. After he was released, Sulome said…
Celebrate Suffern Saturday Celebrate Suffern Saturday
Celebrate Suffern Saturday SATURDAY, N.Y. -- There will be fireworks at the Village of Suffern's annual Suffern Day Saturday. Literally Suffern Day will be held at the ballfields on Ramapo Avenue from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Activities include pony rides, hayrides, jumpy castles, food, and refreshments. The Rockland County Emergency Services and local organizations will also be on hand, along with performers. At 6:30 p.m., there will be music and fireworks. For more information, contact Suffern Recreation at 845-357-7943.
Worldwide Community First Responder Honoring Five At Annual Gala Worldwide Community First Responder Honoring Five At Annual Gala
Worldwide Community First Responder Honoring Five At Annual Gala NYACK, N.Y. -- Fidelis Care and Rockland Bakery are two of the five honorees at this year's Worldwide Community First Responder sixth anniversary celebration and fundraising gala. The gala is being held on Saturday, Sept. 30 at The Time Nyack at 400 High Ave. from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Other honorees are Sciencia Torchon, a nurse, Dr. Mario Nelson and WomenHeart. Mike Snow, senior director for global safety at Bunge Limited will be the keynote speaker while News 12 meteorologist Brysen Van Eck will be the MC.  Fidelis Care, which serves one in every 13 New Yorkers, has been a sponsor of Worldw…
Rockland County Marks 16th Anniversary Of 9/11 Rockland County Marks 16th Anniversary Of 9/11
Rockland County Marks 16th Anniversary Of 9/11 Rockland County will be commemorating the 16th anniversary of Sept. 11 on Monday. A ceremony will be held at 8:30 a.m. at Haverstraw Bay County Park at 21 Gagan Road. Family members will read the names of the Rockland County victims. U.S. Marine Corps veteran Megan Leavey, whose story was told in the movie "Megan Leavey," that was released this year will also participate in the ceremony. There will be a tolling of the bell followed by a moment of silent prayer at 8:46 a.m., in remembrance of the attack on the North Tower of the World Trade Center, and again at 9:03 a.m., in memor…
Learn About Disaster Preparedness, Rockland Learn About Disaster Preparedness, Rockland
Learn About Disaster Preparedness, Rockland SPRING VALLEY, N.Y. -- Hurricane Harvey has taught everyone the importance of preparing for disasters.Worldwide Community First Responder is hosting an emergency preparedness class at 60 North Madison Ave. on Saturday, Sept. 9 in Spring Valley from noon to 2 p.m. "We want to help people prepare for disasters so they can stay safe," Jaqueline Cassagnol, who is teaching the class, said. Cassagnol said the class will teach people how to prepare emergency kits in case they have to leave home, emergency kits in case they have to stay at home and to teach people how to effectively commu…
Pace Athletic Department Tees Up At Annual Harrison Golf Outing Pace Athletic Department Tees Up At Annual Harrison Golf Outing
Pace Athletic Department Tees Up At Annual Harrison Golf Outing HARRISON, N.Y. – The Pace University Athletics Department is calling all golfers this fall, as it takes to one of Westchester County's premier courses at the annual golf outing in September. The 20th Annual Pace Athletics Golf Classic will be held on Monday, Sept. 18 at Willow Ridge Country Club in Harrison, N.Y. A fun, yet challenging course, Willow Ridge contains several iconic holes and boasts a magnificent clubhouse overlooking Westchester County. Designed as an opportunity for alumni and friends to come together and support the academic and athletic growth of Pace student athletes, the…
Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival Returns To Dutchess Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival Returns To Dutchess
Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival Returns To Dutchess The Hudson Valley will be full of hot air balloons this weekend.The Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival from Friday, July 7 to Sunday, July 9 with more than 80 launches between Friday and Sunday. The festival will be held at Barton Orchards at 63 Apple Tree Lane in Poughquag. Activities include a petting zoo, hayrides, food trucks and vendors, a tap room, bakery and farmer’s market, fire pits, ball toss, and live music. There will be a fireworks display on Friday and Saturday. Balloon launches will be at 6 a.m. Saturday an…
Looking For Fireworks? Four Rockland Options For Pop & Patriotism Looking For Fireworks? Four Rockland Options For Pop & Patriotism
Looking For Fireworks? Four Rockland Options For Pop & Patriotism ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y.-- Where will you be celebrating the Fourth this year? As usual, there are a host of parades and fireworks across the county. Check your town's community or Facebook page for updates as weather can alter plans. Keep in mind this is a partial list. Feel free to add your favorites to our Facebook page or Comments. Thursday, June 29 Clarkstown: Family-friendly fun is on the menu at Nanuet High School where, starting at 6 p.m., you'll find inflatable bouncers, and Rockland County Radio Control Club flying demonstrations starting at 7:15 p.m. There will also be a concert …
Strongman Event Honors Memory Of Old Tappan Athlete Strongman Event Honors Memory Of Old Tappan Athlete
Strongman Event Honors Memory Of Old Tappan Athlete OLD TAPPAN, N.J. – More than 50 people will compete in the Michael LaViola Strongman Challenge in honor of the late Old Tappan high school athlete. “We do this every year to remember Michael and be positive and give back,” said Mike LaViola, Michael’s father. His son succumbed to cancer in 2008 at age 20. The ninth annual challenge, to take place June 17 at Varsity House Gym in Orangeburg, is expected to draw more than 400 spectators. It will feature three events: Overhead Log Press, Tractor Tire Flip/ Farmers Walk Medley, and a Heavy Sandbag Carry. The challenge raises money for the Mich…
Get The Scoop With Ben & Jerry's Free Cone Day In West Nyack Get The Scoop With Ben & Jerry's Free Cone Day In West Nyack
Get The Scoop With Ben & Jerry's Free Cone Day In West Nyack EDGEWATER, N.J. -- For the first time ever, Showcase Cinemas is participating in Ben & Jerry’s Free Cone Day on Tuesday, April 4. That means, from noon to 8 p.m., you can enjoy complimentary ice cream in at The Palisades Center in West Nyack (1000 Palisades Center Dr., 845-596-5163)  -- and get any flavor you want. To make the deal even sweeter, Free Cone Day falls on Bargain Tuesday, which gives Showcase customers discounted admission beginning at $8.50 per ticket. For the inside scoop on Ben & Jerry’s visit www.benjerry.com/scoop-shops/free-cone-day. For what's playing near you, …
Hudson Valley Wine & Chocolate Festival Supports Putnam Nonprofit Hudson Valley Wine & Chocolate Festival Supports Putnam Nonprofit
Hudson Valley Wine & Chocolate Festival Supports Putnam Nonprofit PATTERSON, N.Y.  – A fest set in Putnam County's Patterson this weekend will give wine and chocolate lovers the chance to sip, sample, and shop -- and help others at the same time. The gustatory gala is set for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 1, and Sunday, April 2, at the Patterson Recreation Center, 65 Front St. Proceeds from the Hudson Valley Wine & Food Festival will go to support Partners with PARC, a Brewster-based nonprofit dedicated to “securing the financial future of people with disabilities.” Last fall, a similar event drew 3,000 attendees and raised about $85,000 for t…
The Easter Bunny Hops To Congers To Help The Blind, Visually Impaired The Easter Bunny Hops To Congers To Help The Blind, Visually Impaired
The Easter Bunny Hops To Congers To Help The Blind, Visually Impaired SPRING VALLEY, N.Y. --  The Association for the Visually Impaired (AVI) will host its second annual "Breakfast with the Easter Bunny" on Saturday, April 8, at Bella Gianna's (Formerly Romolo's) in Congers. A hot buffet breakfast will be served from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For the guests' comfort, there will be two seatings: 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. The cost is $20 per adult; $12.50 for children ages 3 -12; it's free for children under the age of 3. One hundred percent of the event's proceeds will benefit AVI. There will also be a raffle drawing of popular children’s toys and a …
Crazy, Mixed-Up Multimedia Art Show Opens At Nyack's My Own Little Gallery Crazy, Mixed-Up Multimedia Art Show Opens At Nyack's My Own Little Gallery
Crazy, Mixed-Up Multimedia Art Show Opens At Nyack's My Own Little Gallery NYACK, N.Y. --  The art show “Out of the Ordinary: Crazy Mixed Up Media” opened Saturday, March 18, at Nyack’s My Own Little Gallery. It will run through Sunday, April 30. Sculptured creatures, friendly monsters and surrealistic diorama’s bring multimedia artistic expression to a new level at "Out of the Ordinary," according to a release from My Own Little Gallery. “I love to encourage people’s appreciation of art in all its many splendid forms,” said artist and gallery owner Elaine Schloss. “This current show is a combination of crazy, mixed up, wonderful art that is a blend of …
Get Your Green On At Rockland's St. Patrick's Day Parade In Pearl River Get Your Green On At Rockland's St. Patrick's Day Parade In Pearl River
Get Your Green On At Rockland's St. Patrick's Day Parade In Pearl River PEARL RIVER, N.Y. – It’s time to get your green on again in Pearl River. The Rockland County hamlet will be the scene on Sunday, March 19, of what is said to be the biggest St. Patrick’s Day bash outside of New York City. The event, sponsored by the Rockland County Ancient Order of Hibernians, was launched in 1963 and has gotten exponentially more popular every year since. Marchers step off at 1:30 p.m., rain or shine, at the Pfizer parking lot, onto East Crooked Hill Road in the Orangetown hamlet. The parade route continues south onto North Middletown Road, turns west onto East Central A…
Bergen County Beauty Queens Bring Hope To Ramsey IHOP Bergen County Beauty Queens Bring Hope To Ramsey IHOP
Bergen County Beauty Queens Bring Hope To Ramsey IHOP RAMSEY, N.J. – Miss Bergen County 2017 was on hand at the IHOP in Ramsey Tuesday to spread the word about the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Celinda Ortega, of Fair Lawn, said she was “IHOPing” to different area restaurants to talk to pancake-lovers about the charity on IHOP’s National Pancake Day. She was at the Fair Lawn location Tuesday morning, before hitting up Ramsey, she said. “I am here spreading the message to have people donate to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals so that we can support our patients at the children’s specialized hospitals here in New Jersey,” she told D…