Parts of New York City and Long Island felt reverberations. 4.8 magnitude earthquake typically causes minor damage, but aftershocks can occur. RAMAPO, NY - The U.S. Geological Survey reports a 4.8 magnitude earthquake has hit near Lebanon, New Jersey. The quake was felt across the tri-state area, including many parts of Rockland County, NY. Various Rockland-based … [Read more...] about 4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Lebanon NJ, Felt in Rockland County
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Allison-Parris County Office Building
11 New Hempstead Rd
New City, NY 10956
Phone: (845) 638-5122
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Rockland County Nor’ Easter: Not Much Snow, But Wind & Rain May Be a Concern
PEARL RIVER, NY - Rockland County is bracing for the impact of a powerful Nor'easter expected to hit the Tri-state area on Wednesday and Thursday, April 3 and 4, 2024. Although snow accumulations are not anticipated to be significant in Rockland, the storm is forecasted to bring high winds and substantial rainfall, posing potential hazards for residents and … [Read more...] about Rockland County Nor’ Easter: Not Much Snow, But Wind & Rain May Be a Concern
Rockland County Executive Delivers State of the County Address
New City, NY – In his annual address - delivered from the Robert L. Yeager Health Center, County Executive Ed Day outlined the achievements and future directions of Rockland County in his 2024 State of the County Address. Emphasizing the efforts and dedication of county government employees, Day highlighted the substantial progress in economic growth and the measures … [Read more...] about Rockland County Executive Delivers State of the County Address
Police Body Cam Footage Released of Thruway Shooting, January 2024
WARNING: The following video footage links are of a graphic nature. Ramapo, NY – The Office of Special Investigations (OSI) is currently overseeing a detailed probe into the circumstances surrounding the death of Rakim Tillery, who passed away on January 3, 2024, after an engagement with New York State Police. This incident has sparked significant attention, leading to the … [Read more...] about Police Body Cam Footage Released of Thruway Shooting, January 2024
Rockland County Executive Opposes NYS Attempt to Bypass Residential Zoning Laws, Cites Safety
NEW CITY, NY - County Executive Ed Day has publicly stated his opposition to the proposed Faith-Based Affordable Housing Act introduced by New York State Senator Andrew Gounardes. The proposed legislation aims to allow the development of affordable housing on residential land, bypassing local zoning requirements in the process. The legislation comes at a contentious time in … [Read more...] about Rockland County Executive Opposes NYS Attempt to Bypass Residential Zoning Laws, Cites Safety