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"I'm an entrepreneur, an adventurist and a life coach," says Ram Bathija. "It's a very crazy combination." (Jim Roberts)
From Peekskill to Times Square to Taj Mahal, Ram Bathija Is a Man on the Move
By Jim Roberts, [email protected] • July 22, 2025
The high-powered developer enjoys uncovering the value in Peekskill properties, like Park Street's M&T Bank building
Residents and business owners helped the Herald celebrate its 4th anniversary last week at the Peekskill Yacht Club.
Peekskill Herald Celebrates Fourth Anniversary Today
July 22, 2025
Pugsley Park on Monday, July 21. (Eric Harvey)
Citizens Sound Off on Pugsley Park, Infrastructure Maintenance, City Spending and More 
By Eric Harvey, [email protected] • July 22, 2025
The Sun Sets on the 104th Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Italian Feast in Verplanck
The Sun Sets on the 104th Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Italian Feast in Verplanck
July 22, 2025
EVENTS FEATURE
Species such as mayfly larvae and aquatic beetles serve as natural indicators of water quality. (Referential/ Freepik)
Bugs, Boots, and Science in the Stream at Water Bug Quest
By Ariana Almeida-Martínez, [email protected] • July 22, 2025
Annual program returns to Hunter Brook Preserve with a hands-on family experience focused on biodiversity and conservation
Concertgoers gather on the waterfront lawn for live performances by local and regional bands. (Town of Cortlandt)
Music, Movies and Food Trucks Return to Verplanck Waterfront
By Ariana Almeida-Martínez, [email protected] • July 21, 2025
Flyer for the annual Spaghetti Dinner hosted by RCC Nor-West in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Cortlandt Manor. (Maureen Winzig)]
More Than Just Spaghetti: A Dinner to Uplift, Unite and Inspire
By Ariana Almeida-Martínez, [email protected] • July 18, 2025
(Desmond–Fish Library)
Real Fossils and Interactive Paleontology Arrive in Garrison with an Ice Age Showcase
By Ariana Almeida-Martínez, [email protected] • July 17, 2025
FEATURES
Soul Line Dance Makes Black History
Soul Line Dance Makes Black History
By Sunny Harris, [email protected] • July 18, 2025
Laura and Frank Adam at Fleischmann Pier with their Emerald Princess in the background.
From Dream to Destination: RMS Cruises Turns the Tide for Peekskill Waterfront
By Jim Roberts, [email protected] • July 17, 2025
Released this past April, the book is available in paperback and Kindle.
Peekskill Author’s Debut Novel Is Geopolitical Thriller
June 10, 2025
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