Towns of Rockland County, NY
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MTA Approves Governor Kathy Hochul’s $9 Congestion Pricing Plan Amid Rockland Commuter Objections
NYACK, NY – The NYS Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has approved New York State Governor Kathy Hochul’s plan to implement congestion pricing in Manhattan, marking the first such initiative in the United States. Scheduled to take effect on January 5, the plan introduces a $9 daytime toll for passenger vehicles entering Manhattan south of 60th…
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Rockland Bids Farewell to Fallen NYS Parks and Community Hero, Dariel Vasquez
Note: This is an ongoing story. Additional information will be added to this post over the course of Monday 11/18/2024. HAVERSTRAW, N.Y. — A somber gathering took place at St. Peter’s Church on Monday as family, friends, coworkers, classmates, teammates and community members bid farewell to Dariel Vasquez, the 18-year-old New York State Parks aide…
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Fire in Rockland Lake Area Reported 90% Contained
CONGERS, NY – Rockland County emergency services have made significant progress in containing a brush fire in the Rockland Lake area. Officials report that the fire is now 90% contained, with no immediate threat to the public. The blaze, which started earlier today, prompted a swift and coordinated response from local fire departments and emergency…
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Rockland County to Host Information Sessions on Housing Discrimination
New City, NY – Rockland County Executive Ed Day and County Human Rights Commissioner Spencer Chiimbwe invite the public to attend Information Sessions on Housing Discrimination. These sessions aim to educate residents on identifying housing discrimination and understanding the steps to take if they believe they have been victimized. Event Details: The sessions will provide…
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32 Acres Acquired for Rockland County’s Open Space Preservation Program
Rockland County Executive Ed Day and Clarkstown Supervisor George Hoehmann have announced the preservation of the historic DePew House and its surrounding 32.2 acres through the County’s Open Space Acquisition Program. Located at 101 Old Rt. 304 in New City, the property includes a historic sandstone house, a barn, and forested wetlands. The purchase, totaling…
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Rockland County Partners with STAC to Offer Affordable Education for County Employees
50 Percent Tuition Discount for Undergraduate and Graduate Courses Announced The County of Rockland and St. Thomas Aquinas College (STAC) have announced a partnership aimed at expanding affordable educational opportunities for Rockland County employees. The collaboration offers a 50 percent tuition discount on both undergraduate and graduate degree programs, opening doors for career advancement and…