By Cesar A. West Haverstraw, NY — Residents of Rockland County and much of the New York metropolitan area experienced an unusual jolt Saturday night when a magnitude 3.0 earthquake struck near Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey, just before 10:30 p.m. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the quake’s epicenter was located less than eight miles west of Central Park at … [Read more...] about Mild Earthquake Centered in Hasbrouck Heights Felt in Rockland County
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State of Emergency Declared in Rockland as Heavy Rainfall Threatens Flooding
By Kim Anderson ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY — A state of emergency is set to be declared for 16 New York counties, including Rockland, as the region braces for potentially dangerous flooding from a major rainstorm. New York State Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency for over 15 counties earlier today. The affected counties are Bronx, Delaware, Dutchess, Kings, … [Read more...] about State of Emergency Declared in Rockland as Heavy Rainfall Threatens Flooding
CHPE Pipeline Provides Roadwork Updates, Thanks Community for Patience
The following is a comprehensive update from the Champlain Hudson Power Express line, which is in the process of installing a 339-mile clean energy pipeline from Canada to New York City, including through several Rockland Towns: Clarkstown, Haverstraw, Orangeburg and Stony Point. Thank you for your patience as work on the Champlain Hudson Power Express (CHPE) in Rockland … [Read more...] about CHPE Pipeline Provides Roadwork Updates, Thanks Community for Patience
Rockland Landlord, Contractors Fined More Than $20k for Unlawful Construction Practices
New City, NY – A joint investigation by the Rockland County Office of Buildings and Codes (OBC) and the Office of Consumer Protection has led to a significant crackdown on illegal construction activities, resulting in more than $20,000 in penalties for a local landlord and contractors. The investigation, which targeted unauthorized work at a property in Spring Valley, has … [Read more...] about Rockland Landlord, Contractors Fined More Than $20k for Unlawful Construction Practices
Rockland DA Forms Partnership with U.S. Secret Service to Strengthen Local Security
New City, NY – In a step toward enhancing security and combatting financial crimes in Rockland County, District Attorney Tom Walsh, Chief Assistant District Attorney Patrick Frawley, and Chief of Detectives Deirdre Smith met with members of the United States Secret Service on July 17, 2025, in New York City. The meeting, which included a tour of the Secret Service’s field … [Read more...] about Rockland DA Forms Partnership with U.S. Secret Service to Strengthen Local Security