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GREENWOOD LAKE, NY - After a brief overnight rainfall, wildfires in the Hudson Valley continue to alarm officials and residents alike. Among the most severe is the Jennings Creek Wildfire, which advanced from New Jersey into New York's Sterling Forest State Park in Orange County. As of Monday morning, this fire had ravaged over 3,000 acres and was only approximately 15% … [Read more...] about Greenwood Lake Wildfires Update: Only 15% Contained After Overnight Rain. Rockland Fire Departments Join in Effort. Dariel Vasquez Memorial GoFundMe Officially Launches.

Greenwood Lake, NY – A Park Ranger tragically lost his life in the line of duty on Saturday, while battling a raging fire in Greenwood Lake alongside his colleagues. The fire is one of several that are being battled by Fire Departments and NY agencies across the Hudson Valley. Dariel Vasquez, an 18-year-old Parks and Recreation Aid employed by the New York State Parks, … [Read more...] about Tragic Loss of Young NY State Parks Employee in Greenwood Lake Fire Amidst Worsening Wildfires Across Hudson Valley

VIEW UPDATED ELECTION RESULTS HERE Rockland News has compiled all candidates for the Tuesday November 5th 2024 election, along with links to all campaign websites, and/or official information about each candidate. To use the guide, simply click on the candidate you want to learn more about, and you will be redirected to that website. You can return here to review other … [Read more...] about Election Day Special: Information on Rockland County NY Candidates