POMONA, NY — Residents looking for a highly personalized and results-driven fitness experience have a new destination in Rockland County. Gabai Fitness is redefining personal training with private, one-hour sessions tailored to each client’s individual goals.

Located in Pomona, Gabai Fitness operates by scheduled appointment only, distinguishing itself from traditional open gyms. The facility focuses on individualized coaching in a private setting designed for clients who want real progress, expert guidance, and measurable results.

Gabai Fitness specializes in personal training, boxing, weightlifting, and nutrition consulting, offering a comprehensive approach to health and fitness. Programs are customized for goals ranging from weight loss and muscle gain to improved athletic performance and learning the fundamentals of boxing. All fitness levels are welcome, from beginners to experienced athletes.

The gym is led by an experienced team of trainers, including Gilad Gabai, Tamir Gabai, Aaron Damesek, and Maya Damesek. Together, they provide hands-on coaching and individualized programming built around each client’s needs, lifestyle, and fitness objectives.

With its emphasis on customized training, expert instruction, and a supportive environment, Gabai Fitness aims to help clients build strength, confidence, and long-term success — not just short-term results.

Those interested in getting started can book their first session and take the first step toward a stronger, healthier lifestyle.

NANUET, NY — The longtime Barnes & Noble bookstore in Nanuet has officially closed after 33 years in operation, marking the end of an era for local book lovers.

The store’s final day of business was January 18, 2026, concluding more than three decades as a cornerstone of the Rockland County retail and literary community.

For generations of residents, the Nanuet Barnes & Noble served as more than just a bookstore. It was a gathering place for students, families, educators, and readers of all ages — a destination for discovering new books, attending author events, studying, and spending quiet afternoons browsing the shelves.

The closure reflects broader changes in the book retail industry, as consumer habits increasingly shift toward online shopping and digital reading platforms. Still, the loss of the physical store has been met with disappointment and nostalgia from longtime customers who grew up visiting the location.

As the doors close for good, the Nanuet Barnes & Noble leaves behind a legacy of fostering a love of reading and serving as a community hub for Rockland County for more than three decades.