Staging a Solo Tour de Force

The one-person stage play I Am My Own Wife – staged at the Hudson Valley MOCA (HV MOCA) in Peekskill for three weekends from June 7-23 — is the true […] Read more »

Local Authors, Local Books: Briarcliff Author’s Memoir Reveals Search for Identity

Briarcliff Manor resident George Zimmar’s memoir, “Go With the Fat Cats: A Greek American Youth in Pursuit of Identity and Love,” reveals the author’s search for a better life, mutual […] Read more »

Say Hello to Our Newest Members 

In Better Words Marketing and communications consultancy, working with business owners, executives, and nonprofit professionals to ensure effective communication with stakeholders, internal and external. Shelter Air Advanced HVAC solutions, promoting […] Read more »

Teatown Preserve Honors Late Yorktown Supervisor Diana

The Teatown nature preserve and education center honored the late Supervisor Tom Diana lwith a special ceremony on Tuesday. The center’s staff and Town officials planted a swamp white oak […] Read more »

Peekskill Police Department Receives State LETECH Grants

The Peekskill Police Department received $316,406 in state Law Enforcement Technology (LETECH) funding for necessary technological or equipment upgrades for the department. The funds are part of $127 million provisioned […] Read more »

Peekskill Riots Remembered After 75 Years with Two Grammy Award-Winning Performances Celebrating the Legacy of Paul Robeson

This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Peekskill Riots, and to commemorate the 75th anniversary, the Living Artist Society will present a program entitled “Here I Stand” after the […] Read more »

Read the June 2024 River Journal Issue

Now you can read the complete June 2024 issue of River Journal on your computer, phone or tablet. Feel free to share with friends and family who may not receive […] Read more »

Read the June 2024 River Journal North

Now you can read the June 2024 River Journal North issue right on you computer, phone or tablet. Please feel free to share with friends and family who may not […] Read more »

Clearwater Needs Funding to Keep Seeger Sloop Afloat

Now in its 55th season, the Hudson River Sloop Clearwater, a cherished emblem of environmental stewardship, and the creation of legendary folk singer Pete Seeger in his quest to help […] Read more »

Saluting RJN Vals & Sals: At the Head of Their Class

Croton-Harmon High School  JONATHAN BAI VALEDICTORIAN  Extracurricular   Has been playing the violin for 10 years. The arts loosen his mind and allow him to connect with his inner, abstract self.  […] Read more »