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County Honors Berns with Posthumous Human Rights Award
New City, NY – Rockland County has posthumously honored Linda Berns with the Lottie Swan-Crawford Human Rights Award, recognizing her lifelong commitment to justice, civil rights, and community advocacy. The award, presented by Rockland County Executive Ed Day and Human Rights Commissioner Spencer Chiimbwe, celebrates individuals who embody the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion…
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RCC Debate Team Triumphs in Competition Against Dominican
Rockland County, NY – Rockland Community College (RCC) showcased its debate prowess in a tournament against Dominican University on February 23, securing multiple top placements and reaffirming its reputation for excellence in competitive speech and debate. RCC’s Patricia Gibby and Julie Saadatmand emerged victorious, defeating four two-person teams from Dominican University after three intense rounds…
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High Winds Cause Downed Power Lines and Fire in Upper Nyack, Prompting Road Closure
Upper Nyack, NY – Strong winds swept through Rockland County, bringing down power lines along Route 9W in Upper Nyack and sparking a fire, prompting an emergency response from local authorities. The Clarkstown Police Department and Nyack Fire Department quickly arrived on the scene to contain the situation and secure the area. As a result,…
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Escaped Psychiatric Patient From Middletown Sought by Authorities; Caution Advised
Middletown, NY – The New York State Police in Middletown are actively searching for Christopher R. Morgan, an escaped psychiatric patient who fled from Garnet Health Medical Center earlier today at approximately 2:39 p.m. Morgan was last seen wearing a long-sleeve white button-down shirt, black pants, and black shoes. Authorities urge the public not to approach him and to immediately contact State…
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Hundreds Brave the Hudson for 18th Annual Penguin Plunge in Nyack
Nyack, NY – Hundreds of participants and spectators gathered at Memorial Park in Nyack March 2nd for the 18th annual Penguin Plunge, a cherished community event that raises funds for families of children with serious medical conditions. An estimated 600 attendees watched as brave participants dove into the icy Hudson River, all in the name…
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Meals on Wheels Rockland to Host Annual Senior Boot Camp in Blauvelt
Blauvelt, NY – Rockland County seniors are gearing up for a day of fun, fitness, and community as Meals on Wheels Rockland hosts its much-anticipated Senior Boot Camp on March 27, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM at the Dominican University Hennessy Center in Blauvelt. The annual event, originally launched in 2012 and held…