By Tom Ossa, Correspondent MONSEY, N.Y. — The Jewish holiday of Purim typically transforms parts of Rockland County—notably Monsey—into a vibrant, fast-moving celebration filled with music, costumes, charity drives and community gatherings. But the festive atmosphere can also create somewhat challenging conditions for motorists navigating the area’s busy … [Read more...] about Rockland Driving Safety Tips for Navigating Monsey During Purim
Town of Ramapo
Ramapo Town Hall
237 Route 59
Suffern, NY 10901
845-357-5100
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Man Found Unfit in Library Stabbing Case
NEW CITY, N.Y. — A Rockland County Court judge has ruled that Blanchard Glaudin, 31, is not fit to proceed in connection with the 2020 fatal stabbing of a security guard at the Finkelstein Library in Spring Valley. According to Rockland County District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II, Judge Djinsad Desir determined that Glaudin lacks the capacity to understand the proceedings … [Read more...] about Man Found Unfit in Library Stabbing Case
RCC Breaks Ground on Nursing Lab Upgrade
SUFFERN, N.Y. — Rockland Community College officially launched construction this week on a $3 million renovation project that will create a new Nursing Simulation Lab at its Technology Building campus. College leadership, county officials and community partners gathered Feb. 24 to mark the start of the project. Speakers included RCC President Dr. William Mullaney, Deputy … [Read more...] about RCC Breaks Ground on Nursing Lab Upgrade
Salmon honored for role in home invasion convictions
POMONA, NY— Detective John Salmon with the Ramapo Police Department was honored this week for his role in a joint investigation that led to the arrest and federal conviction of multiple suspects in a violent home invasion in Chestnut Ridge. Salmon was recognized Tuesday night during the Rockland County Police Benevolent Association awards ceremony for his work on the case, … [Read more...] about Salmon honored for role in home invasion convictions
RCC Inducts Five into SALUTE
Rockland Community College in Suffern inducted five student veterans into its chapter of SALUTE, the national honor society recognizing academic achievement and service among veterans and active-duty military students. The 2025 inductees are Ileanna Denis of the U.S. Marine Corps; Ryan Matthew Eshbach and Andrew Flickinger of the U.S. Army; Michaela Hernandez of the U.S. Air … [Read more...] about RCC Inducts Five into SALUTE