Rockland County

  • Daily Update: Dec 9, 2024 – Interview with County Executive Ed Day

    Also available on Spotify – click here to listen to the episode Today’s Sponsor: ON TODAY’S PODCAST: INTERVIEW WITH COUNTY EXECUTIVE ED DAY Topics covered during this episode: Stay updated on Rockland’s latest stories by visiting Rockland News. More stories: This Week’s Featured Event: Thanks for joining us on this week’s edition of the Rockland […]

  • RC Legislature approves $876 million budget for 2025

    The Rockland County Legislature has unanimously approved an $876 million budget for 2025, marking the second consecutive year of a 2 percent property tax reduction for residents. The budget also allocates increased funding for nonprofit organizations and introduces a $30 million countywide sidewalk initiative aimed at enhancing pedestrian safety. Rockland County Executive Ed Day praised […]

  • Snowfall and Wind Advisory for Rockland County, NY: Overnight Forecast

    Stony Point, NY — Residents in Rockland should prepare for the possibility of snowfall and gusty winds as a Wind Advisory remains in effect overnight. Light snowfall is expected to fall between 11:15 p.m. and 5:45 a.m., with varying precipitation levels that may create challenging conditions during morning commutes. Timeline of Snowfall Intensity: Advisory Details: The National Weather […]

  • New City Couple Sentenced for Murder of Grandfather

    New City, NY – Rockland County District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II announced the sentencing of two individuals in connection with the brutal murder of 85-year-old Constantinos Mastakouris. Constantinos Doonan, a/k/a “Dino” (DOB 7/17/92), and Jo-Ann Haughey (DOB 1/15/96), both of New City, were sentenced for their roles in the killing of Mastakouris, who was […]

  • Rockland County DA Drug Task Force Busts Fentanyl and Cocaine Operation in Pomona

    Pomona, NY – A five-month investigation by the Rockland County District Attorney’s Office Drug Task Force culminated in the arrest of Richard Fernandez, 40, of Pomona, NY, and the seizure of fentanyl pills, cocaine, and other drugs from his residence. The operation targeted narcotics sales in the Town of Haverstraw and underscores ongoing efforts to combat […]

  • Stay Healthy This Holiday Season: Get Vaccinated Against Flu, COVID-19, and RSV

    New City, NY – As National Influenza Vaccination Week approaches (December 2–6), the Rockland County Department of Health reminds residents that getting vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself and your loved ones from respiratory illnesses this holiday season. Vaccines against the flu, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are widely available and can help […]