Rockland County
Allison-Parris County Office Building
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Bill Protecting Medically Fragile Adults Signed into Law
Albany, NY – In a significant victory for medically fragile young adults across the state, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation spearheaded by New York State Senator Pete Harckham and New York State Assemblymember J. Gary Pretlow. The new law ensures that individuals aging out of pediatric nursing homes at 21 can continue…
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Rockland County Officials, NY State Senator Intensify MTA Legal Battle Against Congestion Pricing Plan
NEW CITY, NY – In a press conference held on Monday, December 16, 2024, Rockland County Executive Ed Day, New York State Senator Bill Weber, and Rockland County Attorney Thomas Humbach reiterated their strong opposition to New York State’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) congestion pricing plan. Set to begin in January 2025, the plan imposes…
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Rose Memorial Library Announces 2025 Book Club Reading List
For literature lovers and community seekers, the Rose Memorial Library Book Club in Stony Point, NY, is a great destination for your literary adventures in 2025. With an exciting lineup of literary works, the club invites readers of all stripes to immerse themselves in diverse narratives and thought-provoking discussions. Led by organizers Joy Buckhout and…
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36th Annual PBA Toy Drive collecting toys through December 18th
The PBA is collecting new, unwrapped toys as part of its 36th annual toy drive. Donations can be dropped off at various locations, including the Orangetown Police Headquarters, located at 26 Orangeburg Road in Orangeburg.
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Rockland County Drones: Mystery Sightings Spark Concerns in Government, on Social Media, and in the News
By Cesar A., ReporterRockland News Pearl River, NY – Local authorities are responding to a surge of drone sightings across the county, adding to a growing wave of similar reports from neighboring states, including New Jersey and Pennsylvania. County Executive Ed Day addressed residents directly, expressing frustration over the lack of federal response and emphasizing…
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Ramapo Police and Rockland Emergency Services Emphasize Importance of Calling 911 for Fire and Gas Emergencies
Ramapo, NY – The Ramapo Police Department, in partnership with the Rockland County Fire and Emergency Services, is reminding residents of the critical importance of calling 911 immediately in the event of a fire or gas emergency. Fire Emergencies If you observe fire, smoke, or detect an unusual burning odor, calling 911 right away ensures…