Stony Point, NY - After a decade of service to the residents of Stony Point, Supervisor Jim Monaghan has announced that he will not seek re-election, bringing his tenure to a close at the end of this year. In a brief phone interview with Rockland News, Monaghan reflected on his time in office, expressing appreciation for the opportunity to serve the community. "It has been … [Read more...] about [BREAKING] Monaghan Announces Retirement, Endorses Stamm as Successor
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Stony Point Seals Take the Plunge Again – Despite Snow and Cold
Stony Point, NY – Undeterred by five inches of overnight snowfall, members of Rockland’s boldest charity once again took to the icy waters of the Hudson River, to raise money for local kids. The Stony Point Seals gathered at the Stony Point Seawall on February 9, 2025, for their 26th annual Polar Plunge. With temperatures dipping and the landscape blanketed in fresh snow, … [Read more...] about Stony Point Seals Take the Plunge Again – Despite Snow and Cold
Rockland County Reacts as Orange County Legislators Push to Withdraw from MTA
New City, NY – A new legislative proposal introduced by Senator James Skoufis (D-Orange County) seeks to withdraw Orange County from the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), a move that has sparked strong reactions from neighboring Rockland County officials. The bill, S.4288, co-sponsored in the State Assembly by Assemblyman Jonathan Jacobson (D-Newburgh), highlights … [Read more...] about Rockland County Reacts as Orange County Legislators Push to Withdraw from MTA
Nominations Open for Rockland’s Lottie Swan-Crawford Human Rights Award
New City, NY – Rockland County Executive Ed Day and Human Rights Commissioner Spencer Chiimbwe have announced that nominations are now being accepted for the esteemed Lottie Swan-Crawford Human Rights Award. Presented by the Rockland County Human Rights Commission, this award honors individuals who have made significant strides in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Rockland’s Lottie Swan-Crawford Human Rights Award
H5N1 Avian Influenza Detected in Wild Canada Goose in Rockland
New City, NY – The Rockland County Department of Health has confirmed its first case of H5N1 avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, in a wild bird within the county. A Canada goose found at a local lake tested positive for the virus, according to recent results from Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. The detection was part of ongoing surveillance … [Read more...] about H5N1 Avian Influenza Detected in Wild Canada Goose in Rockland