Events

In Memory of Jayde Taylor Marks

Published

7 years ago

July 9, 2019

Jayde Taylor Marks (Tails) of New City, NY, 21 years old, was tragically taken from us way too soon on July 7th, 2019. Jayde was born on March 20, 1998. Jayde had a passion for sports. While she had an affinity for soccer and softball, she had tremendous talent for everything else she put her mind to. One highlight was in the summer of 2011 when the softball team she played for, known as the All-Stars, climbed their way to the World Series in Portland, Oregon.

Bound by an undaunted love and loyalty between Jayde and her siblings incomprehensible by measure; Jayde is survived by her father Seth Marks and his wife Nicole, mother Kellyann Hanratty, brothers Jonny and Patrick, sisters Sayge and Ambyr, and stepbrothers Ricky and Jesse. She is also survived by grandparents Sandy and Barry Marks and Patricia Hanratty. In addition to many aunts, uncles, an innumerable amount of friends that she considered to be family, along with the love of her life Christopher Donovan. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Family will receive friends on Thursday July 11th from 3-8 pm. Service to begin at 7:30pm at Higgins Funeral Home in New City. Jayde’s’ wish was to be cremated.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to MADD in the name of Jayde Taylor Marks at, https://madd.donordrive.com/campaign/Jayde-Taylor-Marks

Events

Italian Feast & Carnival Returns to Tappan Sept. 10–13, 2026

Published

2 weeks ago

August 7, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

One of the Hudson Valley’s largest celebrations of Italian heritage is set to return this September as the annual Italian Feast & Carnival takes over Masonic Park Fairgrounds in Tappan.

The four-day event will be held September 10–13, 2026, at Masonic Park Fairgrounds, 89 Western Highway, Tappan, conveniently located near the Palisades Parkway, Exit 5 South.

Organizers describe the festival as the largest cultural event in Rockland and Westchester counties, featuring authentic Italian food, carnival rides, games, family-friendly activities, and free live entertainment throughout the weekend.

The festival schedule includes:

Thursday, Sept. 10: 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 11: 5 p.m. to Midnight
Saturday, Sept. 12: Noon to Midnight
Sunday, Sept. 13: Noon to 9 p.m., with an Outdoor Mass at 10 a.m.

Guests can also enjoy a casino, a Super 50/50 Grand Prize Raffle, and a variety of attractions for all ages.

Admission is $10 per person, and free parking will be available on-site.

Festival organizers remind attendees that outside food and beverages, coolers, backpacks, and pets are not permitted on the grounds.

Events

Free National Night Out 2026 Clover Stadium on August 6

Published

2 weeks ago

August 4, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

The annual National Night Out will return to Clover Stadium on Thursday, August 6, bringing together law enforcement, first responders, and the community for an evening of family-friendly activities and entertainment.

The free event begins at 5 p.m., with the official ceremony scheduled to start on the field at 6:30 p.m. A baseball game will follow at 7 p.m.

National Night Out is designed to strengthen relationships between law enforcement, emergency responders, and the communities they serve. The event offers residents an opportunity to meet local police officers, firefighters, EMS personnel, and other first responders in a fun and welcoming environment.

Attendees can enjoy live music, face painting, bounce houses, giveaways, and interactive activities for all ages. Police, fire, and emergency vehicles will be on display, along with K-9 demonstrations and mounted police horses.

Organizers say the event is free and open to the public, encouraging families from across Rockland County to attend and spend an evening with the men and women who serve their communities.

National Night Out has been celebrated nationwide since 1984 and has become an annual tradition in communities across the country, promoting public safety, crime prevention, and stronger partnerships between residents and first responders.