Rockland County
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“The Times They Are a Changin”: Alcohol and Cannabis Delivery Is Now Legal in New York State
By Tom Ossa STONY POINT NY – Rockland County, like much of New York State, will be slowly adjusting to a new reality in the coming years—one where the direct shipping of alcohol and cannabis is now legal. Last Sunday, before leaving for Chicago to attend the Democratic National Convention, Governor Kathy Hochul quietly signed […]
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Billy Keenan, Beloved Teacher Author and Inspirational Speaker, Passes Away at 57
Stony Point, NY — The North Rockland community is mourning the loss of beloved local author and inspirational speaker, Billy Keenan, who passed away early Wednesday morning, August 21, 2024. He was 57 years old. Billy Keenan was known not just for his powerful story of resilience but also for his unyielding spirit, which touched […]
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Lucy Redzeposki, Powerhouse of Rockland County Economic Development and Tourism, Steps Down from Office
Redzeposki was responsible for hundreds of thousands of dollars in annual Tourism Grants. She leaves behind a playbook for future economic development. By Cesar A., ReporterRockland News NEW CITY, NY – For nearly a week and a half, the phones at Rockland County’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism have been very busy. Those who […]
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Rockland County to Holds 23rd Anniversary Memorial Ceremony for 9/11 Victims in All Five Towns
HAVERSTRAW, NY – Rockland County marked the 23rd anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks with a solemn memorial ceremony in the Town of Haverstraw, inviting the community to join in remembrance. The event was held on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at 8:30 AM at Haverstraw Bay County Park. County Executive Ed Day, along […]
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Tornado Watch and Wind Advisory Issued for Rockland County, NY on August 9th, 2024
NEW CITY, NY – The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch (No. 617) for Rockland County, NY, effective until 10:00 PM EDT tonight. Residents should remain alert as conditions could lead to the development of tornadoes. Additionally, a Wind Advisory is in effect until 11:00 PM EDT, warning of strong south winds ranging […]
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Congers Resident Pleads Guilty to Distributing Fentanyl, Resulted in Several Deaths
CONGERS, NY – In a development in the ongoing fight against the opioid crisis, Justin Turnick, a 25-year-old resident of Congers, New York, has pled guilty to conspiring to distribute fentanyl, a powerful and deadly synthetic opioid. The plea was entered earlier today before U.S. District Judge Philip M. Halpern in the Southern District of […]