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Rockland Nonprofits Receive 2026 Make A Difference Grants
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Lawler Calls on Hochul, NYPA to Disclose Electricity Discounts for Orangeburg Data Centers
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Rockland County Community Events Continue Into Fall
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Rockland Food Pantry Launches Fall Fundraiser
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Runaway Emu Safely Recovered in Ramapo
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RCC UNVEILS EXPANDED NURSING TRAINING LAB
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Rockland Nonprofits Receive 2026 Make A Difference Grants
Montgomery, NY – Five nonprofit organizations serving communities in Orange, Sullivan and Rockland counties have been selected to receive more than $20,000 through the Community Foundation of Orange, Sullivan and Rockland’s 2026 Make A Difference Grant program. The grants are focused on infrastructure and operational expenses, with preference given to organizations and projects serving women,…
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Lawler Calls on Hochul, NYPA to Disclose Electricity Discounts for Orangeburg Data Centers
Congressman questions ReCharge NY benefits. Debate grows over data center energy costs in Rockland County By Cesar A., Reporter ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. — U.S. Rep. Mike Lawler is calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul and the New York Power Authority to disclose how much three Orangeburg data centers are saving through a state economic-development program that…
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Rockland County Community Events Continue Into Fall
Nyack, NY — Communities across Rockland County are preparing for a busy fall season, with local organizations, businesses and municipalities planning a variety of public events and activities. As is tradition in Rockland County, residents and tourists looking to get out of the city can expect tons of community gatherings, business events, recreational programs and…
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Rockland Food Pantry Launches Fall Fundraiser
Haverstraw, NY – Catholic Charities Community Services of Rockland has launched its second annual Fall Harvest Fundraiser, a campaign designed to raise money for local families and individuals who use the organization’s food pantry. The fundraiser runs from Sept. 15 through Oct. 30 and coincides with Hunger Action Month, a national September campaign focused on…
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Runaway Emu Safely Recovered in Ramapo
Ramapo, NY – An emu that escaped from a local petting zoo led Town of Ramapo police on an unusual pursuit Saturday morning, with officers using a department drone to track the large bird before safely returning it to the facility. The incident occurred at approximately 8:45 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 12, according to the…
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RCC UNVEILS EXPANDED NURSING TRAINING LAB
Suffern, NY – Rockland Community College has opened an expanded nursing simulation laboratory designed to give students more opportunities to practice clinical skills and respond to medical emergencies before working directly with patients. The college marked the opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, Sept. 15. The facility opened for the Fall 2026 semester and…
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