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ON TODAY’S PODCAST: INTERVIEW WITH COUNTY EXECUTIVE ED DAY
Topics covered during this episode:
- County Legislature approves $876 million budget
- Arrest of individual who allegedly interfered with firefighting efforts
- NYC cancels its program for facilitating relocation of migrants to Rockland County
- Rockland County reopens its lawsuit on congestion pricing
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Nyack Fires in Two Apartment Complexes: Emergency Crews Battle Blazes
By Kim Anderson Nyack, NY – Two separate and severe fires broke out Tuesday morning in downtown Nyack, prompting a massive emergency response and displacing numerous residents. Both incidents occurred within close proximity and within the same hour, straining fire and emergency crews county-wide. The first blaze erupted around 11 a.m. on the sixth floor…
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Rockland News Briefs: Tuesday June 3rd, 2025
Rockland: 1. Increased Patrols at Houses of Worship in RocklandIn the wake of Sunday’s antisemitic attack in Colorado, Rockland law enforcement has stepped up patrols at local houses of worship. Clarkstown police were spotted outside the New City Jewish Center, and Ramapo’s Police Chief Daniel Hyman confirmed his department doubled patrols during the Shavuot holiday.…
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Culture and Community on Parade at Nyack’s African American Day Celebration, June 7
NYACK, NY — The annual African American Day Parade & Festival returns Saturday, June 7, starting at noon from Memorial Park. The celebration includes a lively parade featuring dance troupes, bands, and community groups, followed by an afternoon festival in the park. Festivalgoers can enjoy live music, food from soul and Caribbean vendors, and family-friendly…
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Nyack Hosts Public Workshop to Launch $4.5M New York Forward Grant Planning
NYACK, NY — The Village of Nyack held its first public workshop on Thursday evening at the Rockland BOCES Gym to gather community input for its $4.5 million New York Forward grant. Residents had the opportunity to share project ideas with the Local Planning Committee, which will spend the next six months identifying and recommending…
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Rockland Pride Sunday Returns to Nyack June 8
NYACK, NY — Pride will fill the streets of Nyack on Sunday, June 8, as Rockland Pride Sunday returns with a full day of celebration and inclusion. The parade kicks off at 11:30 AM from Memorial Park, followed by live entertainment, vendors, and kids’ activities including a bounce house and arts & crafts. Hosted by…
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Visit Nyack Honored by Rockland Business Association
NYACK, NY — Visit Nyack was recognized at the Rockland Business Association Dinner on Sunday June 1st, for its outstanding contributions to local tourism and economic development. The long-awaited award, delayed since 2020 due to the pandemic, was accepted by Thomas Schneck. Mayor Hammond praised Visit Nyack’s efforts, calling the recognition “long overdue,” and extended…
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