CROTON ON THE HUDSON - The advisory against swimming and boating in a section of the Hudson River in Westchester County has been lifted. This comes after days of restricted water activities due to a sewage release north of New York City during essential repair work. The Westchester County Department of Health issued a statement on Friday advising the public to avoid … [Read more...] about Hudson River Sewage Leak Repaired in One Day, Swift Action by Westchester Fixes the Broken Pipeline, Advisory Lifted
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Rockland County Announces 2024 Farmers’ Markets Locations
NEW CITY, NY - Want fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables, picked at their peak, and packed with vitamins and minerals? If you answer yes, check out the County of Rockland's new Farmers's Market list for 2024. Shop at one (or more!) of these many Farmers’ Markets in Rockland County. Not only are these produce items fresh and nutritious, but they also support local … [Read more...] about Rockland County Announces 2024 Farmers’ Markets Locations
WWII Veteran Celebrates 100th Birthday
BY: Keith S. Shikowitz, Investigative Reporter The people who fought in World War 2 have been called the greatest generation. Unfortunately, the passage of time has taken many of the survivors of the war. There is one veteran who is still bringing joy to his family and friends. That veteran is Sydney Sachs … [Read more...] about WWII Veteran Celebrates 100th Birthday
Westchester Announces Daily 1 Million Gallon Sewage Spill in Hudson River from Sewer Main Break
OSSINING, NY — A significant public health advisory was issued on Friday afternoon by the Westchester County Department of Health and the Westchester County Department of Environmental Facilities following a sewer force main break at the Crotonville Pump Station. This breach has resulted in the daily release of up to one million gallons of partially treated sewage into the … [Read more...] about Westchester Announces Daily 1 Million Gallon Sewage Spill in Hudson River from Sewer Main Break
Your Home Is Your Castle – Secure It with 3 Layers of Defense: Lights, Camera, Action
By James Keenan, Columnist for Rockland News STONY POINT, NY - Your home is your castle, and just like a medieval fortress, it needs layers of defense to deter attackers. This concept, known in the security world as "concentric rings of security," involves implementing multiple deterrents to make your home a less attractive target. To remember this, let's use a well-known … [Read more...] about Your Home Is Your Castle – Secure It with 3 Layers of Defense: Lights, Camera, Action