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4 Eyes Photography: Two Perspectives, One Story
Kellie Walsh and Rupert Rogers bring different photographic backgrounds to a shared practice with a Nyack connection.
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Michael Zaro Realty Brings Local Knowledge to Rockland Home Buyers
New City agent Michael Zaro built his real estate practice on neighborhood familiarity, personal relationships, and a team that covers everything from mortgage to title support.
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daNina Has Fed Lafayette Avenue for Years
At the corner where Suffern's downtown comes together, this Italian restaurant has quietly become one of southern Rockland's most reliable dinner addresses.
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Banchetto Feast Is Built for Groups Who Mean Business
A 4.6-rated Italian restaurant and event venue on Route 59 in Nanuet that earns its reputation on volume, variety, and flexibility.
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Where Giulio's Fits Into a Busy Rockland Week
A Queen Anne house on Tappan's Washington Street serves regional Italian and live weekend entertainment, open Tuesday through Sunday with hours that suit different schedules.
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The Westshore Plaza salon keeping Blauvelt loyal, one haircut at a time
Toria Hair Salon on Route 303 has built a steady following in Blauvelt with a full menu of services and a team that stays.
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Haverstraw's go-to plumbing shop covers all of Rockland
CV Plumbing Heating and Air on Fairmount Avenue handles the full range of residential work, from emergency service calls to boiler replacements, with a track record that shows.
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Hillburn's hilltop venue earns its name with Ramapo views
Perched above NY-17 in Hillburn, The Views at Mount Fuji has long been Rockland County's go-to address for weddings and milestone events with serious scenery.
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Upscale Kosher Dining Has a Quiet Home in Chestnut Ridge
Gi's Restaurant on Chestnut Ridge Road serves rotating meat, fish, and sushi menus in a small dining room that punches well above its size.
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Hillcrest Beverage Keeps the Craft-Beer Shelf Well Stocked
Tucked into a Spring Valley plaza on North Main Street, this neighborhood bottle shop quietly earns its reputation with a broad range of craft and everyday beer.
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Big Red Books brings independent bookselling back to Nyack's Main Street
A curated mix of new fiction, children's titles, and local-author picks has quietly taken root at 120 Main St in the heart of the village.
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Stony Point Pharmacy Has Been Filling Prescriptions Since Eisenhower
An independent pharmacy with nearly seven decades of roots on South Liberty Drive, Stony Point Pharmacy is the kind of neighborhood institution that's increasingly hard to find.
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Inside Garnerville's Arts Center, a Studio Built for Serious Adult Painters
Tiffany Freeman Studio brings small-group, technique-focused painting instruction to one of Rockland County's most distinctive creative campuses.
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Haverstraw's Mobile Locksmith Answers Calls Around the Clock
Prokey Locksmith covers residential, commercial, and automotive jobs across the Haverstraw area, with 24/7 dispatch for the moments that can't wait.
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Nonna Rosa Pizza Is Orangeburg's Reliable Slice Stop
At 315 NY-303, this casual Orangeburg pizzeria has built a following on New York-style pies, Sicilian squares, and portions that actually satisfy.
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Hillcrest's Reliable Chinese-American Takeout on North Main
Number One has quietly served the Hillcrest corner of Spring Valley for years, turning out lo mein and combo plates built for a weeknight.
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Bardonia Has a Reliable Grill House Worth Knowing About
Dylan's Restaurant & Grill House on NY-304 keeps it simple: steaks, burgers, and American comfort food in a no-fuss storefront setting.
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Garnerville's Quiet Workhorse for Collision and Body Work
Lux Auto Body on West Railroad Avenue handles the unglamorous but necessary side of car ownership with a reputation built on consistent, clean results.
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Garnerville's five-star discount shop worth knowing about
Dollarville+ has quietly built a loyal following in Garnerville by delivering value-priced home goods and general merchandise that keeps neighbors coming back.
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A Chestnut Ridge Mason Who Does the Whole Yard
Steve's Masonry on Sephar Lane handles everything from chimney rebuilds to paver patios, with free estimates and references available.
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Suffern's Smart Garage Doors handles the repair calls nobody plans for
When a spring snaps or an opener dies, this Deerwood Road outfit covers same-day emergency work for homeowners and businesses alike.
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A Women's Boutique Bringing Local Style to Spring Valley
Polka Dot Boutique on Spring Valley Market Place is a neighborhood women's clothing store worth knowing about if you haven't wandered in yet.
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Pomona's Quaker Road vet clinic treats the whole menagerie
All Creatures Great and Small has built a loyal following in Rockland County by caring for dogs, cats, and exotic pets under one roof.
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A Neighborhood Dental Office That Keeps It Low-Key
Kind Smiles Dental in Hillcrest takes a patient-first approach to family dentistry, handling everything from routine cleanings to cosmetic work under one roof.
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