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Ramapo Hosts School Bus Safety Training at Town Hall
Ramapo, NY – Supervisor Michael Specht and the Town of Ramapo recently hosted a School Bus Safety training class at Ramapo Town Hall. Organized by the Community Outreach Center, the event was led by expert safety instructors and attracted a large turnout of local school bus drivers, all eager to learn and share best practices for…
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Clarkstown Launches Back to School Supply Drive to Support Local Students
Clarkstown, NY – The Town of Clarkstown is organizing a Back to School Supply Drive to help students in need as the new school year approaches. In partnership with the local not-for-profit organization, People to People – Feeding Rockland’s Hungry, Clarkstown is collecting new backpacks and school supplies to ensure that every student is prepared for…
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Clarkstown Wins Senator Bill Weber’s Blood Drive Challenge
Clarkstown, NY – The Town of Clarkstown has emerged victorious in Senator Bill Weber’s five-town blood drive challenge, leading the way with the highest number of blood donations and the most first-time donors. Supervisor George Hoehmann expressed his pride in the community’s efforts, stating, “It’s a great honor to have the Town of Clarkstown lead the…
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Senate Passes Senator Weber’s Bill Regarding Trade Union Recruitment
Rockland, NY – In a significant legislative victory, New York State Senator Bill Weber has successfully passed Senate Bill S5675, which allows trade unions to make recruiting presentations in high schools across the state. Having secured unanimous support in the Senate, Senator Weber is now collaborating with trade unions to push the bill through the New…
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Tornado Watch and Wind Advisory Issued for Rockland County, NY on August 9th, 2024
NEW CITY, NY – The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch (No. 617) for Rockland County, NY, effective until 10:00 PM EDT tonight. Residents should remain alert as conditions could lead to the development of tornadoes. Additionally, a Wind Advisory is in effect until 11:00 PM EDT, warning of strong south winds ranging…
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Harckham Repudiates Arena’s Accusation of Anti-Semitism in Senate Race
Peekskill, NY – Pete Harckham, the three-term New York State Senator seeking re-election in the 40th Senate District, has responded to a recent news article in the Yonkers Times in which his opponent, Gina Arena, criticized him for presenting awards to individuals who later participated in a pro-Palestine demonstration. Harckham stated, “I have always condemned any…