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AM Rockland News: Monday, January 12, 2026
Rockland County’s only livestream podcast, dedicated to news in Rockland County. No paywalls. No paper. Just the facts. Clarkstown Begins 2026 with Swearing-In Ceremony and Major Sidewalk Expansion Grant The Town of Clarkstown launched the new year with its annual swearing-in ceremony at Town Hall. Re-elected Supervisor George Hoehmann took the oath of office alongside…
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Hood Re-Elected Chairman of 2026 Rockland County Legislature
New City, NY — The Rockland County Legislature held its annual organizational meeting Thursday night, voting to establish its leadership for 2026. Legislators re-elected Jay Hood Jr. as Chairman, marking his fifth consecutive term in the role. Aney Paul was re-elected Vice Chairwoman for a seventh term, and Phil Soskin was named Second Vice Chairman.…
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Rockland Congressman Lawler Breaks Rank in Defense of Health, Childcare Funding
By Rockland News Staff PEARL RIVER, NY – As the debate over federal spending continues to reverberate across the nation, local Congressman Mike Lawler is unexpectedly emerging as a vocal and forceful advocate for health and childcare benefit—aiming to shore up Rockland County residents’ needs. Lawler, who represents New York’s 17th Congressional District, has taken…
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Haverstraw Unveils Exciting Town Recreation Enhancements for 2026
HAVERSTRAW, NY — As 2026 unfolds, the Town of Haverstraw is poised to debut a host of recreational facilities that promise to transform the community’s outdoor experience. Town Supervisor Howard Phillips announced several key additions to its recreation offerings today on the Rockland News podcast, aiming to serve residents of all ages. A major highlight…
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Clarkstown Secures $1.5+ Million Grant to Nanuet’s Sidewalk Network
NEW CITY, NY — January 5, 2026 — The Town of Clarkstown has been awarded a significant state grant totaling $1,590,933 to support sidewalk construction and replacement within the Nanuet Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) zone, officials announced Monday. The funding, sourced through New York State’s Climate Smart Communities program administered by the Department of Environmental Conservation…
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Winter Storm Hits Rockland County Overnight with Snow
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY — A relatively standard snowstorm swept through Rockland County and the greater tri-state area on December 26th and 27th, 2025, blanketing the region with 5-9 inches of snow and prompting a State of Emergency declared by Governor Kathy Hochul. The storm led to widespread travel advisories, suspended services, and intense overnight efforts…