Thanksgiving is a time for family, gratitude, and enjoying delicious meals, but it’s also the leading day for home cooking fires, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). In fact, Thanksgiving sees more than three times the daily average of cooking-related fire incidents, with unattended cooking being the primary cause of these fires and related … [Read more...] about Stay Safe This Thanksgiving: Cooking Safety Tips from the Rockland County Department of Health
Rockland Corrections Officer arrested for child sex abuse material
A Rockland County corrections officer has been arrested on charges related to the possession of child sexual abuse material. Daniel Dworkin, 44 of Valley Cottage, a correctional officer Sergeant at the Rockland County Jail, was arrested by the Rockland County District Attorney’s Office on November 21, 2024, and charged with fifty -one (51) counts of promoting a sexual … [Read more...] about Rockland Corrections Officer arrested for child sex abuse material
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 … [Read more...] about Rockland County to Host Information Sessions on Housing Discrimination
Spring Valley to Host Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway for Families in Need
Spring Valley, NY – The Village of Spring Valley is spreading Thanksgiving cheer with a Turkey Giveaway for families in need. The event will take place on Friday, November 22, 2024, from 3 PM to 5 PM at 200 N Main Street, Spring Valley, NY 10977. Event Details: Each household will receive one frozen turkey, while supplies last. Distribution will be on a first-come, … [Read more...] about Spring Valley to Host Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway for Families in Need
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 $2.9 million, was … [Read more...] about 32 Acres Acquired for Rockland County’s Open Space Preservation Program