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Ramapo Leaders Honor the Legacy of Dr. Hazel Nell Dukes
Ramapo, NY – Supervisor Michael Specht, Deputy Supervisor Brendel Logan-Charles, Ramapo Police Chief Danny Hyman, NAACP Regional Director Wilbur Aldridge, Nyack NAACP President Dr. Francis Pratt, and many others gathered to pay tribute to the late Dr. Hazel Nell Dukes, celebrating her lifelong dedication to civil rights and social justice. Dr. Dukes, a trailblazer in…
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Ramapo Hosts Annual Irish Heritage Night Celebration
Ramapo, NY – Supervisor Michael Specht, Deputy Supervisor Brendel Logan-Charles, and members of the Ramapo Police Department welcomed the Suffern Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) Division IV to the Town of Ramapo for the annual Irish Heritage Night celebration. The event honored Mrs. Eileen McCormack-Sammarone for her dedication to promoting Irish heritage and her long-standing…
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Civil Rights Icon Dukes Honored
Ramapo, NY – Community leaders, elected officials, and civil rights advocates gathered in Ramapo to pay tribute to the late Dr. Hazel Nell Dukes, recognizing her lifelong dedication to civil rights, social justice, and equality. The event was attended by Ramapo Town Supervisor Michael Specht, Deputy Supervisor Brendel Logan-Charles, Ramapo Police Chief Danny Hyman, NAACP…
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Ramapo Celebrates Irish Heritage Night with Honorees and Cultural Performances
Ramapo, NY – March 2025 – The Town of Ramapo welcomed the Suffern Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) Division IV for its annual Irish Heritage Night, a celebration honoring Irish culture, history, and contributions to the local community. The event, attended by Ramapo Town Supervisor Michael Specht, Deputy Supervisor Brendel Logan-Charles, and members of the…
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County Honors Berns with Posthumous Human Rights Award
New City, NY – Rockland County has posthumously honored Linda Berns with the Lottie Swan-Crawford Human Rights Award, recognizing her lifelong commitment to justice, civil rights, and community advocacy. The award, presented by Rockland County Executive Ed Day and Human Rights Commissioner Spencer Chiimbwe, celebrates individuals who embody the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion…
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RCC Debate Team Triumphs in Competition Against Dominican
Rockland County, NY – Rockland Community College (RCC) showcased its debate prowess in a tournament against Dominican University on February 23, securing multiple top placements and reaffirming its reputation for excellence in competitive speech and debate. RCC’s Patricia Gibby and Julie Saadatmand emerged victorious, defeating four two-person teams from Dominican University after three intense rounds…