New City, N.Y. — Rockland County officials are inviting residents, business owners and community stakeholders to share their thoughts on county issues through a new public survey designed to guide future discussions and outreach efforts. The survey is part of the county's ongoing effort to gather community feedback on topics affecting residents and to help shape future … [Read more...] about Rockland Seeks Public Input on County Issues
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Cait Conley Wins NY-17 Democratic Primary
Westchester/Rockland Counties, N.Y. — Democratic voters in New York's 17th Congressional District selected Cait Conley as their party's nominee Tuesday, setting up a general election contest against incumbent Republican Rep. Mike Lawler in one of the nation's most closely watched congressional races. Conley, a U.S. Army combat veteran and former national security official, … [Read more...] about Cait Conley Wins NY-17 Democratic Primary
Congers Factory Explosion Prompts Hazmat Response
Congers, N.Y. — A fire and reported explosion at a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Congers prompted a large-scale emergency response Wednesday morning, temporarily forcing nearby residents to evacuate while hazardous materials specialists assessed the scene. Emergency crews were dispatched shortly before 8:30 a.m. to the Vitane Pharmaceutical facility on Wells … [Read more...] about Congers Factory Explosion Prompts Hazmat Response
O&R Mobilizes Emergency Crews Ahead of Severe Thunderstorms and High Winds
By Rockland News team PEARL RIVER, NY — Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. is mobilizing its emergency response workforce Thursday morning as isolated severe thunderstorms and strong wind gusts are expected to move through the region. According to O&R, the storm system could bring sustained winds of 15 to 30 mph, with gusts reaching up to 45 mph. The utility … [Read more...] about O&R Mobilizes Emergency Crews Ahead of Severe Thunderstorms and High Winds
Frawley Named Rockland Social Services Commissioner
NEW CITY, N.Y. — Rockland County Executive Ed Day has appointed longtime public servant and attorney Patrick A. Frawley as the new commissioner of the county Department of Social Services, placing a veteran law enforcement and legal professional at the helm of one of the county’s largest human services agencies. The appointment was unanimously confirmed by the Rockland … [Read more...] about Frawley Named Rockland Social Services Commissioner