Rockland Newsletter: Parchment Edition Oct 26, 2026

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• Rockland Newsletter: Parchment Edition Oct 26, 2026
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• Search Launched Following Reported Mario Cuomo Bridge Jump
  by Lara Seymour
  Piermont, NY – Emergency responders from Rockland and Westchester counties were dispatched to the Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge early Monday morning, October 26, following a report that a person had jumped from the bridge into the Hudson River. According to information attributed to the Piermont Fire Department, the incident was reported shortly before 3:30… Read more: Search Launched Following Reported Mario Cuomo Bridge Jump
• Early Voting Underway Across Rockland County
  by Lara Seymour
  New City, NY – Early voting continues throughout Rockland County this week as residents prepare for the November 3 general election. Voters may cast their ballots at seven designated locations through Sunday, November 1, according to the Rockland County Board of Elections. The early voting period began Saturday, October 24. Registered voters may use any… Read more: Early Voting Underway Across Rockland County
• Three Haverstraw Officers Injured in Police Pursuit
  by Lara Seymour
  Haverstraw, NY – Three Haverstraw police officers were injured Friday, October 23, following an encounter with a suspected burglar that developed into a vehicle pursuit through portions of Rockland County. The incident resulted in the arrest of a 24-year-old Haverstraw resident who now faces several criminal charges, including aggravated attempted murder. The suspect, identified by… Read more: Three Haverstraw Officers Injured in Police Pursuit
• Valley Cottage Man Killed in Bridge Shooting; Haverstraw Man Charged
  by Kim Anderson
  Fort Lee, NY – A 46-year-old Rockland County man was fatally shot Tuesday evening, October 20, 2026, while driving across the George Washington Bridge in what investigators believe may have been a road rage incident. A retired New York City Police Department detective from Haverstraw was arrested the following day and charged with murder in… Read more: Valley Cottage Man Killed in Bridge Shooting; Haverstraw Man Charged
• Lake Nanuet Inclusive Playground Project Begins
  by Lara Seymour
  New City, NY – The Town of Clarkstown has begun construction on a new 10,000-square-foot, all-inclusive playground at Lake Nanuet, expanding recreational facilities for children and families with different physical abilities and accessibility needs. Clarkstown Supervisor George Hoehmann and members of the Town Board attended a groundbreaking ceremony on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, marking the… Read more: Lake Nanuet Inclusive Playground Project Begins
• Rockland Approves Home Security Aid for Abuse Survivors
  by Lara Seymour
  New City, NY – The Rockland County Legislature unanimously approved a new law on October 20, 2026, establishing a program to provide free home security improvements to eligible survivors of domestic and gender-based violence. The program will help residents obtain replacement door locks, exterior security cameras and other approved protective measures without having to cover… Read more: Rockland Approves Home Security Aid for Abuse Survivors
• Why Incumbents Avoid Political Debates: The Curious Case of Bill Weber
  by Thomas Ossa
  As calls grow for a debate between Bill Weber and challenger Joe Rand for NYS Senate District 38, we look at the political calculations that prompt campaign managers to decline invitations. Rockland County, NY – When an elected official seeks another term in public office, voters may expect that candidate to participate in a public… Read more: Why Incumbents Avoid Political Debates: The Curious Case of Bill Weber
• Rockland Residents Eligible for Energy Rebates
  by Lara Seymour
  Albany, NY – New York State is distributing approximately $1 billion in energy rebate payments to 8.2 million households, including eligible Rockland County residents, under a program intended to offset rising household utility costs. Payments of $100, $150 or $200 began mailing on September 21, 2026, and are scheduled to continue through December. Governor Kathy… Read more: Rockland Residents Eligible for Energy Rebates
• Conley Leads Quarterly Fundraising, Lawler Holds Cash Advantage
  by Lara Seymour
  New City, NY – Democratic congressional candidate Cait Conley raised approximately three times as much money as Republican incumbent Congressman Mike Lawler during the third quarter of 2026, according to campaign finance disclosures covering July 1 through September 30. However, Lawler entered October with substantially more money remaining in his campaign account as both candidates… Read more: Conley Leads Quarterly Fundraising, Lawler Holds Cash Advantage
• Woman Dies in Spring Valley Vehicle Accident
  by Lara Seymour
  Spring Valley, NY – A 58-year-old woman died after being struck by her own vehicle on North Main Street in Spring Valley on Friday, October 16, 2026. Spring Valley Police released information about the fatal accident on Monday, October 19, as investigators continued reviewing the circumstances surrounding the incident. According to police, the accident occurred… Read more: Woman Dies in Spring Valley Vehicle Accident
• Mike Lawler and Cait Conley Dance at Suffern Street Fair
  by Cesar A.
  We’re not kidding. This apparently happened. Suffern NY – We’re not judging. That’s all we’re saying before we begin this brief story. Apparently, Mike Lawler and Cait Conley had a very human, down-to-earth moment while dancing at the Suffern Street Fair, held on Sunday September 18th. Both Lawler and Conley are aiming for winning the… Read more: Mike Lawler and Cait Conley Dance at Suffern Street Fair
• Lawler and Conley Clash on Debate Hosted by Pix 11
  by Kim Anderson
  The candidates for New York’s 17th Congressional District challenged each other’s records and independence while offering competing approaches to housing, artificial intelligence and public safety. Republican Rep. Mike Lawler and Democratic challenger Cait Conley traded sharp accusations during their second debate in the race for New York’s 17th Congressional District, presenting voters with different explanations… Read more: Lawler and Conley Clash on Debate Hosted by Pix 11
• Joe Rand Receives Dozens of Official Endorsements in State Senate Race
  by helpdesk1
  Village of Nyack Mayor Joe Rand, who has been campaigning to become Senator for New York State District 38, has received new endorsements from dozens of elected officials across Rockland County, according to an endorsement announcement reported by Monsey Scoop. Prominent names backing Rand include State Senator Pete Harckham, Assemblymembers Pat Carroll and Aron Wieder,… Read more: Joe Rand Receives Dozens of Official Endorsements in State Senate Race
• [OP-ED] The Debate That Never Happened
  by Robert Jowaiszas
  An op-ed by Robert Jowasizas, Monday Morning News Anchor for Rockland News. Remember Rocky III? Clubber Lang, played by Mr. T, repeatedly called out Rocky Balboa, demanding a chance to fight the champion. But Rocky’s longtime manager, Mickey Goldmill, wanted no part of it. Mickey knew Clubber Lang was a serious challenger. He was concerned… Read more: [OP-ED] The Debate That Never Happened
• Concessions Movie Comes Home to Historic Lafayette Theatre
  by Robert Jowaiszas
  A night at the movies, inside and outside the screen. On Thursday evening, October 8, Suffern’s historic Lafayette Theatre welcomed a packed audience for a homecoming screening of Concessions, an independent comedy-drama written and directed by Mas Bouzidi. The film follows the final day of the fictional Royal Alamo Cinema in Albany, New York. It… Read more: Concessions Movie Comes Home to Historic Lafayette Theatre
• Is Your Outdoor Sign Right for Your Property?
  by helpdesk1
  Sponsored by 99signs, located in West Nyack, NY. Customers may see your sign from the road, sidewalk, parking lot, or even after dark. That makes the property, viewing distance, traffic flow, illumination, and local requirements important factors when choosing an outdoor sign. Planning a new location or replacing an existing sign? Start with the sign… Read more: Is Your Outdoor Sign Right for Your Property?
• Weber and Rand Local Endorsements and Fundraising in State Senate District 38 Race
  by Kim Anderson
  HAVERSTRAW, NY — Republican Bill Weber and Democrat Joe Rand are highlighting support from elected officials and residents alike, in their race for New York State Senate District 38, with Weber publishing an endorsement roster spanning several levels of government and Rand announcing backing from three Haverstraw-area leaders. Weber’s campaign website lists Congressman Mike Lawler,… Read more: Weber and Rand Local Endorsements and Fundraising in State Senate District 38 Race
• Clarkstown Town Board Meeting Turns into Argument
  by Thomas Ossa
  Rockland County Biz Journal’s Tina Traster, husband exchange words with Supervisor George Hoehmann CLARKSTOWN, N.Y. — A discussion about housing complaints grew heated at the October 13th Clarkstown Town Board meeting, with Town Supervisor Goerge Hoehmann responding to a heated exchange between him and RCBJ’s Tina Traster by defending the town’s enforcement record – and… Read more: Clarkstown Town Board Meeting Turns into Argument
• Rockland Proposes 2027 County Tax Freeze
  by Lara Seymour
  New City, NY – Rockland County Executive Ed Day has introduced a proposed $964.8 million budget for 2027 that would maintain county property taxes at their current level while increasing overall spending and continuing several county programs and initiatives. The proposal, announced October 1, is subject to review and possible changes by the Rockland County… Read more: Rockland Proposes 2027 County Tax Freeze