Rockland County

  • 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 […]

  • Bear Mountain Bridge Celebrates 100 Years with Commemorative Ceremony, Parade

    Highlands, NY – On 11/27/24, the Bear Mountain Bridge, an enduring icon of engineering and history, marked its centennial anniversary with a grand ceremony and parade. Last Sunday, a small contengency organized by New York State officials gathered at this historic Hudson River crossing to honor its legacy, highlighted by a procession of 100 classic […]

  • Greenwood Lake Wildfire Fully Contained After Friday Rainfall, New York State Announces

    State Agencies and Volunteers Achieved 100% Containment of Largest New York Wildfire Since 2008 Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the full containment of theGreenwood Lake wildfire – aka the Jennings Creek wildfire in Sterling Forest State Park after a 14-day battle. The fire, which began on November 8, scorched 5,304 acres across New York and […]