AM Rockland News: June 11, 2025

Child Trafficking Arrests in Nanuet
Disturbing news out of Nanuet—Clarkstown Police say they’ve arrested two men in connection with a sex trafficking operation. Negri Sanz Del Orbe and Luis Mendez-Valdez face multiple charges, including child endangerment. Several children were rescued and are now in protective care. The alleged crimes occurred in a home on Smith Road. The investigation remains active.

Clarkstown Internet Sting
Two individuals have been arrested as part of a joint Internet Crimes Against Children operation between Clarkstown and New York State Police. The suspects allegedly tried to meet minors for illegal purposes. Naveen Kottha of New Jersey remains in custody, while an unnamed 18-year-old from Rockland was released. Authorities say these operations are part of their ongoing mission to protect vulnerable children.

Ramapo Police Arrests
Ramapo Police made 20 arrests over the weekend, showing continued focus on public safety. Charges range from vehicle and traffic misdemeanors to DWI, assault, robbery, and even violating protection orders. One DWI suspect had a BAC over four times the legal limit. Police thank the public for their support and stress their commitment to keeping the community safe.

Election Lawsuit Challenge
A legal challenge to Rockland County’s 2024 election results is now moving through the courts. The group Smart Legislation alleges that third-party Senate candidate Diane Sare received more votes than officially reported, especially in Ramapo. The group is calling for a public, hand recount, citing constitutional concerns. The Board of Elections denies the claims, calling them baseless. The case heads to New York Supreme Court in September.

Good Sam Healthcare Worker Rally
Rain didn’t stop dozens of Good Samaritan Hospital healthcare workers from picketing along Route 59 in Suffern this week. Members of the 1199 SEIU union are calling for the return of home care services and raising concerns about staffing and patient safety in the ER. Westchester Medical Center says changes are part of ongoing improvements and that care remains unaffected. Contract negotiations with nurse practitioners are also ongoing.

Spring Valley Job Fair
Looking for a job? Don’t miss the Spring Valley Job Fair this Thursday, June 12, from 3 to 6 p.m. at Village Hall. With local employers like Rockland Works, Finkelstein Library, and Polaris on hand, it’s a great opportunity to connect, apply, and even dance to tunes from a live DJ. Vendors should arrive by 2:30 and bring their own tables. Sunny skies are expected, but the event will move indoors if it rains.

Nyack Revitalization Projects
Nyack Mayor Joe Rand updated residents on two key projects: a $4.5 million Downtown Revitalization grant and plans to upgrade Memorial Park’s shoreline. Residents are encouraged to submit project ideas, take surveys, and attend meetings. The next public forum is June 11 at Village Hall. Head to nyacknyf.com or surveymonkey.com/r/MPNyack to get involved and help shape Nyack’s future.

Chestnut Ridge Cleanup
In Chestnut Ridge, community pride was on full display as volunteers with Keep Rockland Beautiful cleaned up litter across local streets. With support from Ramapo PD’s Officer Modica, the event was both safe and successful. Keep Rockland Beautiful continues its mission to foster cleaner, greener neighborhoods—learn how to get involved at keeprocklandbeautiful.org.

Valley Cottage Firehouse Event
The Valley Cottage Fire Department opened its doors to the community with a Firehouse Dedication and Open House celebration. Families enjoyed tours, fire safety demos, and activities for all ages. The event also served as a recruitment opportunity, reinforcing the department’s commitment to both safety and community engagement.

Stony Point Candidate Profile
Amy Conklin-Stamm is running for Stony Point Town Supervisor, aiming to continue her service following current Supervisor Jim Monaghan’s retirement. A lifelong resident and Deputy Supervisor, Amy’s goals include updating the town’s master plan, creating a rental registry, and increasing transparency. Monaghan calls her “honest, hard-working, and the right person for the job.”

Traffic:

Vince Landers: Palisades Interstate Parkway Commuter

6:00 AM. Good morning folks, with the exception of the disabled vehicle mentioned earlier by exit 13, the rest of the southbound trip from the top end to the George Washington Bridge is moving well. Just use some portion between exit 5 and the state line as there are some areas of dense fog. Have a great day and we’ll see you again this afternoon.

HAVERSTRAW POLICE DEPARTMENT: RAILROAD CROSSING CLOSURES 

Please be advised of the following road closures due to scheduled railroad crossing maintenance:

New Main Street / Route 9W Closed: June 10 & June 11, 2025

Westside Avenue Closed: June 11 through June 13, 2025

We encourage all motorists to plan ahead and use alternate routes. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding as this important maintenance work is completed.

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Stay tuned for further updates and more news from around the county, from Rockland News.

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