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Three Haverstraw Officers Injured in Police Pursuit
Haverstraw, NY – Three Haverstraw police officers were injured Friday, October 23, following an encounter with a suspected burglar that developed into a vehicle pursuit through portions of Rockland County. The incident resulted in the arrest of a 24-year-old Haverstraw resident who now faces several criminal charges, including aggravated attempted murder. The suspect, identified by…
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Rockland Approves Home Security Aid for Abuse Survivors
New City, NY – The Rockland County Legislature unanimously approved a new law on October 20, 2026, establishing a program to provide free home security improvements to eligible survivors of domestic and gender-based violence. The program will help residents obtain replacement door locks, exterior security cameras and other approved protective measures without having to cover…
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Why Incumbents Avoid Political Debates: The Curious Case of Bill Weber
As calls grow for a debate between Bill Weber and challenger Joe Rand for NYS Senate District 38, we look at the political calculations that prompt campaign managers to decline invitations. Rockland County, NY – When an elected official seeks another term in public office, voters may expect that candidate to participate in a public…
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Rockland Residents Eligible for Energy Rebates
Albany, NY – New York State is distributing approximately $1 billion in energy rebate payments to 8.2 million households, including eligible Rockland County residents, under a program intended to offset rising household utility costs. Payments of $100, $150 or $200 began mailing on September 21, 2026, and are scheduled to continue through December. Governor Kathy…
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Conley Leads Quarterly Fundraising, Lawler Holds Cash Advantage
New City, NY – Democratic congressional candidate Cait Conley raised approximately three times as much money as Republican incumbent Congressman Mike Lawler during the third quarter of 2026, according to campaign finance disclosures covering July 1 through September 30. However, Lawler entered October with substantially more money remaining in his campaign account as both candidates…
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Woman Dies in Spring Valley Vehicle Accident
Spring Valley, NY – A 58-year-old woman died after being struck by her own vehicle on North Main Street in Spring Valley on Friday, October 16, 2026. Spring Valley Police released information about the fatal accident on Monday, October 19, as investigators continued reviewing the circumstances surrounding the incident. According to police, the accident occurred…
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Homestyle breakfast and lunch, serving Rockland since 1987
Nyack Family Diner
Homestyle breakfast and lunch, serving Rockland since 1987
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