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Rockland Achieves Increased Bond Rating of AA+
Rating is one step from highest AAA rating. New City, NY – County Executive Ed Day and Commissioner of Finance Stephen DeGroat announced that Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA), a leading nationally recognized statistical ratings organization, assigned the bond rating of AA+ to the County’s general obligation bonds, reflecting the County’s six-year trend of balancing operations,…
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First Human West Nile Virus Case Spurs Health Dept. Advisory
NEW CITY, NY – The Rockland County Department of Health reports the first confirmed human case of West Nile virus (WNV) this season in a resident of the county. The infected patient, aged over 50, resides in Clarkstown and has tested positive for the virus. The occurrence of this human case emphasizes the importance of…
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Thousands Rally at Rockland County Courthouse in Support of Israel
NEW CITY, NY – In light of the recent hostilities involving Israel and Hamas, the residents of New City, particularly the Jewish community in Rockland County, rallied together in a show of support for Israel. The event aimed to provide a platform for the community to express their concern and solidarity amidst the ongoing conflict,…
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Free Paper Shredding Event Offers Residents a Giving Opportunity
West Nyack, NY – The upcoming Free Paper Shredding event at Germonds Park promises not only to help residents securely dispose of their sensitive documents but also to support local food pantries in their mission to help those in need. Scheduled for October 21st from 8:00 a.m. to noon, this event offers a convenient and…
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Rockland Community College Responds to Reports of Possible Layoffs
The following was posted on behalf of the Board of Trustees of Rockland Community College. The original release is located on the Rockland Community College website. Original story regarding layoffs is here. RCC is facing a budget deficit, and we are working diligently to identify measures that will alleviate this deficit without compromising the academic…
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Ramapo Police Offers Free Active Shooter Response Training
RAMAPO, NY – The Ramapo Police Department’s Special Operations Division is extending a valuable service to local schools, places of worship, and businesses by offering free Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CRASE) training. This initiative aims to equip communities with essential knowledge and skills to respond effectively in the event of an active shooter…