UPDATE: O&R Reports Power Restored to 75% of Customers

O&R set Nov. 11 as the expected date for 90 percent of its customers to have power back and estimated restoration times can be found on their outage map.

Pearl River Chamber: Trick or Treat Saturday at Downtown Businesses

The Pearl River Chamber of Commerce's annual trick or treating at downtown businesses is on for Saturday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Pearl River Library Providing Power, Internet, Activities

Pearl River Public Library is giving residents somewhere to warm up, charge up, connect to the internet and entertain the kids during the recovery from Hurricane Sandy. Jane on Main and Revolution Tattoo also have power and wifi.

O&R: Outage Map Down; 67,900 in Rockland Without Power

Orange & Rockland's outage map is down with technical difficulties Thursday morning. The company reports 170,000 customers without power, including 67,900 in Rockland County.

Rockland Businesses Back To Work After Storm

Wednesday was the first day open for many local businesses since Sandy hit

O&R To Post Estimated Restoration Times

UPDATED at 10:55 p.m. Wednesday. Orange & Rockland Utilities reporting 192,000 customers without power, 50,000 restored as of 10 p.m.

O&R Warns of Downed Wires as Threat to Trick or Treaters

Orange and Rockland issued a warning of the dangers of trick or treating with many wires still down or damaged due to Hurricane Sandy.

Pearl River Downtown Trick or Treating Canceled

The annual trick or treating sponsored by the Pearl River Chamber of Commerce has been canceled.

O&R Update: 74,500 in Rockland Without Power, Assessment Phase Complete

Orange and Rockland Utilities is reporting that it has discovered 6,500 points of damage from Hurricane Sandy with 74,500 of the 200,000 customers without power in Rockland County.

O&R: 71,000 in Rockland Without Power, Crews Back at Work

Orange and Rockland Utilities is reporting approximately 200,000 of its customers, 71,000 in Rockland County alone, are without power as of 6 a.m. Tuesday.

UPDATED: 200,000 O&R Customers Without Power

As of 10 p.m. Monday, Orange and Rockland Utilities is reporting that 200,000 of its 300,000 customers lost power due to Hurricane Sandy.

UPDATED: O&R Addressing Outages, Preparing for Worst of Sandy

In addition to restoring power to 3,000 customers by 4 p.m. Monday, Orange & Rockland workers are adjusting to new duties with all hands on deck for Hurricane Sandy, though increasing winds could hamper repair efforts overnight.

Pearl River Businesses Adapt to the Storm

Many Pearl River businesses were open Monday, but expect to close early and possibly stay closed Tuesday due to Hurricane Sandy. Post your updates below.

O&R Names McAvoy President, CEO

John J. McAvoy will take over as president and chief executive officer of Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. effective Jan. 1, 2013.

Pearl River Company Providing Surveillance at Presidential Debate

OnSSI, a surveillance technology company based in Pearl River's Blue Hill Plaza, will be part of the security for the presidential debate between President Barack Obama and Mitt Romney in Boca Raton, Fla. tonight.

For The Kids: Halloween Comes Early

Check out these family-friendly activities.

First Niagara Sponsors Rockland Economic Development's Small Business Center

First Niagara Bank is partnering with the Rockland Economic Development Corporation to aid the REDC's Small Business Center

Massive Toyota Recall Due To Car Fire Risk

2.5 million cars in the U.S. affected by faulty door switch - Subaru and General Motors could be involved as well

Huge Crowd Celebrates Pearl River Day

It was the sixth annual event organized by the Pearl River Chamber of Commerce

Turn the Camera on: Pearl River Day

Check out Pearl River Day in pictures.

Pearl River Day: Share Your Photos On Patch

Hanns Kohl was kind enough to share some of his pictures from Pearl River Day. Add yours here.

Meet Patch Editors at Pearl River Day

Check out the Pearl River Patch table on Central Avenue.

Pearl River Day Brings Music, Talent Contest, Demonstrations

Pearl River Day, which is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, expanded to two stages to include Pearl River Has Talent and other entertainment.

Pearl River Resident Struck Appointed to Rockland Industrial Development Board

Rockland County Executive Scott Vanderhoef's appointment of Orange and Rockland executive Richard M. Struck tot he Rockland Indiustrial Development Agency Board was approved by the county legislature.

Join Patch at Pearl River Day

Pearl River Patch will join in the festivities for Pearl River Day Saturday.

“Pizza in the Hut” at CSI

Pearl River Reacts to Mel's Army-Navy Changing Hands

Most customers say they are sad to see long-time owner of Mel's Army-Navy Center Mel Liebmann retire, but they are happy the store will continue with new owner Chris Frawley.

Pearl River's AquaTerra Grille Part of Restaurant Week Second Season

AquaTerra Grille in Pearl River will once again participate as Hudson Valley Restaurant Week returns for another two weeks in November. Reserve now for fine, affordable dining in Rockland County and beyond.

Shops at Nanuet's Banchetto Feast to Reopen Friday (VIDEO)

The new exterior design of the restaurant formerly located in Nanuet Mall is a glimpse at what the Shops at Nanuet will look like

Where to Get Free Coffee for National Coffee Day 2012

Get your caffeine on and celebrate with a free cup of coffee.

Owner Changes Pearl River Pizzeria's Name to Russo's House Of Pizza

Michael Russo bought the pizzeria a year ago and recently changed the name.

Check Out Surf-n-Turf Special, Farm Tour

Frugal Family is a weekly column dedicated to sharing information about local deals, sales and area events. We do the research, so you don't have to.

Holy Smokes, Batman—It's National Comic Book Day 2012!

Whether you love Spiderman, X-men or Batman, be sure to geek out with your favorite comics on this holiday.

Check Out Yoga-Thon/Open House, Afternoon Tea and Spa Anniversary

Frugal Family is a weekly column dedicated to sharing information about local deals, sales and area events. We do the research, so you don't have to.

Long-Time Pearl River Store Owner Liebmann Recognized (VIDEO)

Liebmann sold his store after opening it 57 years ago

Waiting for the Kardashians

Fans lined up hours in advance of celebrity visit to Cross County Shopping Center.

For the Kids: Youth Activity Registration, Otaku Club

Family-friendly best bets.

Check Out Grand Opening Sale, Circus Tickets, Italian Feast

Frugal Family is a weekly column dedicated to sharing information about local deals, sales and area events. We do the research, so you don't have to.

Pearl River's Newest Sushi Restaurant Open For Business

The restaurant offers an all you can eat sushi special every day

Orange & Rockland Utilities aims a DART at data centers for new business in 2011

Orange & Rockland Utilities started the Datacenter Action Response Team to attract new business to the area.