NEW CITY, NY— The Rockland County Legislature has unanimously passed a new local law aimed at combating the growing threat of artificial intelligence-generated deepfakes — digital fabrications that can mimic real people’s faces, voices, and gestures with alarming realism. The Damaging Deepfake Act makes it a crime to knowingly create or distribute deceptive digital media … [Read more...] about Rockland Passes Law to Combat Deepfakes, AI Abuse
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New City, NY 10956
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Severe Winds Expected to Batter Rockland County Wednesday Evening
New City, NY — A powerful windstorm is forecast to move into the Lower Hudson Valley region this evening, bringing with it potentially damaging wind gusts and heightened concerns for residents throughout Rockland County. According to meteorological reports, sustained winds are expected to reach 30 miles per hour, with gusts that could top 60 miles per hour overnight and into … [Read more...] about Severe Winds Expected to Batter Rockland County Wednesday Evening
Rockland Election: Day Stays as County Executive; GOP Holds Ground in Local Races
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY — Voters across Rockland County delivered decisive wins for incumbent officials and cross-endorsed candidates in the most recent general election, reaffirming Republican and Conservative Party strength in many of the county’s local offices. County Executive Ed Day secured a sweeping re-election victory with nearly 74% of the vote, defeating challenger … [Read more...] about Rockland Election: Day Stays as County Executive; GOP Holds Ground in Local Races
Rockland Launches $2 Million Emergency Food Fund, Countywide Food Drive
NEW CITY, NY — In a swift response to the ongoing federal government shutdown and its impact on local families, Rockland County Executive Ed Day has authorized $2 million in emergency funding to support food assistance for residents affected by the suspension of federal SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits. The move follows a resolution passed by the … [Read more...] about Rockland Launches $2 Million Emergency Food Fund, Countywide Food Drive
Regeneron to Sell Former Avon Property in Suffern
SUFFERN, NY — Biotechnology firm Regeneron Pharmaceuticals has announced plans to sell its property at 1 Avon Place in Suffern, New York. This, along with the loss of future jobs to have been provided at the facility - may mark a shift in Suffern's downtown economy for the next several years. The property, acquired by Regeneron in late 2023 for approximately $39 million, had … [Read more...] about Regeneron to Sell Former Avon Property in Suffern