Ramapo, NY – Community leaders, elected officials, and civil rights advocates gathered in Ramapo to pay tribute to the late Dr. Hazel Nell Dukes, recognizing her lifelong dedication to civil rights, social justice, and equality. The event was attended by Ramapo Town Supervisor Michael Specht, Deputy Supervisor Brendel Logan-Charles, Ramapo Police Chief Danny Hyman, NAACP … [Read more...] about Civil Rights Icon Dukes Honored
Town of Ramapo
Ramapo Town Hall
237 Route 59
Suffern, NY 10901
845-357-5100
www.ramapo.org
Ramapo Celebrates Irish Heritage Night with Honorees and Cultural Performances
Ramapo, NY – March 2025 – The Town of Ramapo welcomed the Suffern Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) Division IV for its annual Irish Heritage Night, a celebration honoring Irish culture, history, and contributions to the local community. The event, attended by Ramapo Town Supervisor Michael Specht, Deputy Supervisor Brendel Logan-Charles, and members of the Ramapo Police … [Read more...] about Ramapo Celebrates Irish Heritage Night with Honorees and Cultural Performances
Ramapo Celebrates Promotions of Four Police Officers
Ramapo, NY – The Town of Ramapo celebrated the promotions of four members of the Ramapo Police Department during a ceremony held at Town Hall. The event marked a significant milestone for the department as three officers were elevated to the rank of sergeant and one sergeant was promoted to lieutenant. Supervisor Michael Specht, Deputy Supervisor Brendel Logan-Charles, … [Read more...] about Ramapo Celebrates Promotions of Four Police Officers
Carroll Calls for Audit of East Ramapo School District Amid Surplus Confusion
Rockland County, NY – Assemblyman Patrick Carroll has called on New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli to conduct a full fiscal audit of the East Ramapo Central School District following conflicting reports about the district’s financial surplus. The call for action comes amid confusion over whether the district's surplus stands at $30 million or as high as $90 … [Read more...] about Carroll Calls for Audit of East Ramapo School District Amid Surplus Confusion
Teen Arraigned on First-Degree Murder Charges in Spring Valley Double Homicide
Spring Valley, NY – Alan Abad, also known as "Alina Abad," a 19-year-old resident of Westwood, New Jersey, was arraigned on Monday, February 25, 2025, on charges of first-degree murder and two counts of second-degree murder in connection with the brutal killings of his two aunts in Spring Valley, Rockland County. If convicted, Abad faces a maximum sentence of life in prison … [Read more...] about Teen Arraigned on First-Degree Murder Charges in Spring Valley Double Homicide