GREENWOOD LAKE, NY - After a brief overnight rainfall, wildfires in the Hudson Valley continue to alarm officials and residents alike. Among the most severe is the Jennings Creek Wildfire, which advanced from New Jersey into New York's Sterling Forest State Park in Orange County. As of Monday morning, this fire had ravaged over 3,000 acres and was only approximately 15% … [Read more...] about Greenwood Lake Wildfires Update: Only 15% Contained After Overnight Rain. Rockland Fire Departments Join in Effort. Dariel Vasquez Memorial GoFundMe Officially Launches.
Tragic Loss of Young NY State Parks Employee in Greenwood Lake Fire Amidst Worsening Wildfires Across Hudson Valley
Greenwood Lake, NY – A Park Ranger tragically lost his life in the line of duty on Saturday, while battling a raging fire in Greenwood Lake alongside his colleagues. The fire is one of several that are being battled by Fire Departments and NY agencies across the Hudson Valley. Dariel Vasquez, an 18-year-old Parks and Recreation Aid employed by the New York State Parks, … [Read more...] about Tragic Loss of Young NY State Parks Employee in Greenwood Lake Fire Amidst Worsening Wildfires Across Hudson Valley
Body of Missing Edgewater Man, 19, Recovered from Palisades Cliffs After Intense Search
Original story at Daily Voice posted 11/9/2024 The body of a 19-year-old man from Edgewater was discovered at the base of a cliff near Rockefeller Lookout on the Palisades Interstate Parkway after an extensive search operation. The young man, reported missing by his family on Wednesday, November 6, was found deceased early Thursday morning, November 7. The search began … [Read more...] about Body of Missing Edgewater Man, 19, Recovered from Palisades Cliffs After Intense Search
Communities Come Together for Memorial Ceremony Honoring Kevin Altidort at Nyack Memorial Park, This Saturday 3pm
Nyack, NY — The community is invited to gather Saturday 11/9 to honor and remember the life of Kevin Altidort, who touched the lives of so many with his kindness and spirit. The family of Kevin Altidort will host a special candlelight vigil and balloon release to celebrate his memory in a heartfelt tribute at Nyack Memorial Park. The ceremony is set to begin at 3:00 PM at … [Read more...] about Communities Come Together for Memorial Ceremony Honoring Kevin Altidort at Nyack Memorial Park, This Saturday 3pm
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Lorna Lane Park
Airmont, NY – Supervisor Michael B. Specht, the Ramapo Town Board, and the Village of Airmont Trustees invite the community to the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony of the newly renovated Lorna Lane Park. The event will take place on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at 10 a.m. Residents are encouraged to attend and explore the updated park, which features new … [Read more...] about Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Lorna Lane Park