New City, NY — The National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) is hosting a Winter Coat Drive to ensure local children stay warm during the colder months. The organization is collecting new or gently used children’s jackets, hats, gloves, and mittens in sizes 5–12. Donations can be dropped off at the Town Hall, 10 Maple Ave, New City, in the second-floor lobby. Community … [Read more...] about Winter Coat Drive for Children Underway in New City
32 Acres Acquired for Open Space Program: DePew House Preserved
New City, NY — Rockland County Executive Ed Day and Clarkstown Supervisor George Hoehmann have announced the purchase of 101 Old Rt. 304 in New City, known as the DePew House, under the County’s Open Space Acquisition Program. The 32.2-acre property, which includes a historic house and barn, was acquired for $2.9 million using a combination of County American Rescue Plan Act … [Read more...] about 32 Acres Acquired for Open Space Program: DePew House Preserved
Eagle Scout Enhances Twin Ponds with Benches, Signage, and More
Valley Cottage, NY — Twin Ponds, a beloved park in Valley Cottage, received a thoughtful upgrade thanks to the dedication of Eagle Scout Evan Roth. For his Eagle Scout project, Evan installed two benches, garbage cans, and informative signage about local wildlife and fish, creating a more inviting and educational environment for visitors. Clarkstown Supervisor George … [Read more...] about Eagle Scout Enhances Twin Ponds with Benches, Signage, and More
State of Emergency Declared for Greenwood Lake NY Amid Wildfire and Drought Conditions
Greenwood Lake, NY – Orange County NY Executive Steve Neuhaus declared a State of Emergency yesterday, effective at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, November 13. The fire, which has ravaged areas near Greenwood Lake for over a week, remains active along the New York-New Jersey border, presenting substantial challenges to containment efforts as dry conditions fuel its spread. At the present … [Read more...] about State of Emergency Declared for Greenwood Lake NY Amid Wildfire and Drought Conditions
Greenwood Lake Fire Update: Firefighters from Rockland, Orange Counties, NYS Agencies Continue the Fight. 25% Contained. Currently Not Spreading to Rockland.
GREENWOOD LAKE, NY - In a continued fight to contain the sprawling 5000 acre wildfire in the Greenwood Lake area, firefighters are struggling to push the blaze, which originated in Jennings Creek, away from nearby homes and into Sterling Forest State Park. As of Wednesday 11/13, the fire has affected over 4,300 acres of state parkland in Orange County and remains just 25% … [Read more...] about Greenwood Lake Fire Update: Firefighters from Rockland, Orange Counties, NYS Agencies Continue the Fight. 25% Contained. Currently Not Spreading to Rockland.