NEW CITY, N.Y. – Rockland County Executive Ed Day has issued a proclamation designating December as Universal Human Rights Month in Rockland County, reaffirming the county’s commitment to dignity, equality, and justice for all. The announcement coincides with global observances of Universal Human Rights Month and International Human Rights Day. Myrnia Bass-Hargrove, Acting … [Read more...] about Day Declares December Universal Human Rights Month in Rockland
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New City Man Arraigned on Charges of Predatory Sexual Assault Against a Child
NEW CITY, NY— A New City man has been indicted on charges alleging he repeatedly sexually abused a young girl over an 18-month period at multiple locations across Rockland County, District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II announced Monday. Miguel Mishquero-Paguay, 34, was arraigned in Rockland County Court on December 8, 2025, on one count of Predatory Sexual Assault Against a … [Read more...] about New City Man Arraigned on Charges of Predatory Sexual Assault Against a Child
Rockland Leaders Urge State to Enforce Nutrient Runoff Law as Local Lakes Remain Impaired
New City, NY — Rockland County officials and leaders from all five town governments are urging New York State to strengthen enforcement of the state’s nutrient runoff law, citing ongoing phosphorus pollution affecting several major local waterbodies. In a unified appeal, the County of Rockland, the Towns of Clarkstown, Haverstraw, Orangetown, Ramapo, and Stony Point, along … [Read more...] about Rockland Leaders Urge State to Enforce Nutrient Runoff Law as Local Lakes Remain Impaired
Legislature Approves 2026 Budget
New City, NY — In a unanimous and bipartisan vote, the Rockland County Legislature approved an amended 2026 budget on Tuesday that keeps county property taxes flat, avoids workforce layoffs, and increases funding for key programs and community organizations. The $913.8 million spending plan—originally proposed by the County Executive in October—represents a 4.26 percent … [Read more...] about Legislature Approves 2026 Budget
Rockland Officials Urge Residents to Guard Against Flu, COVID-19, and RSV
New City, NY — With National Influenza Vaccination Week underway from December 6–12, the Rockland County Department of Health is reminding residents to protect themselves against a trio of respiratory illnesses: influenza, COVID-19, and RSV. Health officials say vaccination remains one of the most effective ways to reduce the risk of severe illness. Dr. Mary Leahy, Rockland … [Read more...] about Rockland Officials Urge Residents to Guard Against Flu, COVID-19, and RSV