Congers, N.Y. — A fire and reported explosion at a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Congers prompted a large-scale emergency response Wednesday morning, temporarily forcing nearby residents to evacuate while hazardous materials specialists assessed the scene. Emergency crews were dispatched shortly before 8:30 a.m. to the Vitane Pharmaceutical facility on Wells … [Read more...] about Congers Factory Explosion Prompts Hazmat Response
Congers
Congers is a suburban hamlet and census-designated place in the town of Clarkstown, Rockland County, New York, United States. It is located north of Valley Cottage, east of New City, across Lake DeForest, south of Haverstraw, and west of the Hudson River. It lies 19 miles (31 km) north of New York City's Bronx boundary. As of the 2010 census, the CDP population was 8,363.
Clarkstown to Celebrate Hanukkah in Congers
Congers, NY — The Town of Clarkstown will welcome residents of all backgrounds to gather in celebration of Hanukkah with a community Menorah lighting on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at Congers Station Park. The event, held in partnership with local Jewish leaders, begins at 5 p.m. and is free to attend. Along with the ceremonial lighting, guests will be treated to … [Read more...] about Clarkstown to Celebrate Hanukkah in Congers
Clarkstown to Host Spooktacular Halloween Festival at Congers Lake October 18th
Congers, NY - The Town of Clarkstown is set to celebrate the spooky season in style with its annual Halloween Festival at Congers Lake Memorial Park — a family favorite that promises frightful fun and community spirit for all ages. The free event will take place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM (with a rain date of October 25) at 8 Gilchrest Road in … [Read more...] about Clarkstown to Host Spooktacular Halloween Festival at Congers Lake October 18th
20th Year Anniversary of “Pass the Regents” Regents Review
SPARKILL, NY - Regents Review is celebrating 20 years of preparing students for higher-learning success. The company has been preparing students for New York State Regents Exams since 1976. What started out as a basement cram session with a teacher, and some students over 40 years ago has now emerged into New York’s leading one-day bootcamp review for not only Regents Exams, … [Read more...] about 20th Year Anniversary of “Pass the Regents” Regents Review
Congers Man Sentenced to more than 21 Years for Fentanyl Distribution Resulting in Multiple Overdoses
New City, NY – Justin Turnick, 26, of Congers, New York, has been sentenced to over 21 years in federal prison for his role in distributing fentanyl, which led to three fatal and three non-fatal overdoses in Rockland County. The sentence was handed down by U.S. District Judge Philip M. Halpern following an extensive investigation conducted by the Rockland County District … [Read more...] about Congers Man Sentenced to more than 21 Years for Fentanyl Distribution Resulting in Multiple Overdoses