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Have A Healthy And Happy New Year Rockland County

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In Spain for New Year’s Eve, it is a tradition to bring luck for the next year by eating 12 grapes for luck which symbolize the hours on the clock.

In Ireland no one wants bad spirits hanging around for the new year. The Irish scare away unwanted spirits and poor fortune by banging pots and pans at midnight. They also include honoring ancestors and lost loved ones, both by leaving doors unlocked for their spirits to enter and saving an empty place at your New Year’s Eve dinner.

In France the custom alludes to Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty who emerged from the ocean on a beautiful oyster. The french celebrate with a feast of oysters and champagne.

In Scotland a tradition that dates back to the 8th century when the Vikings invaded Scotland, for good luck in the new year, Scots practice the tradition of “first-footing,” where the first person—preferably a dark-haired person for the best luck—to enter a home in the New Year brings a small
gift for good fortune. They also burn large bonfires to reflect the Vikings’ winter solstice celebrations.
In Italy in the city of Bologna the New Year’s tradition is to burn down the old year—or in this case, the effigy of an old man—to burn last year’s bad luck and make way for good.
In Mexico the New Year’s tradition is celebrators wear different colored underwear for different wishes for the new year—red for love, yellow for happiness, green for wealth, and white for peace.
In South Africa, New Year’s Eve is a time for letting go of past baggage—literally. Many South Africans celebrate the new year by tossing unwanted furniture out their windows, preferably away from bystanders.

Regardless of your traditions have a safe New Year. Please don’t drink and drive.

                                                                                                          The Rockland Report

 

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Clarkstown Rallies for Tommy Ryan – Be Part of the Buzzes 4 Bumpy Movement

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                                  💛 Buzzes 4 Bumpy – Support Tommy Ryan! 💛

Tommy Ryan, a football player at Clarkstown South High School, was recently diagnosed with leukemia. In support of his fight, a fundraiser called “Buzzes 4 Bumpy” will be held:

Location: Clarkstown South High School
Date: Thursday, April 17
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Buzz cuts will be offered for anyone who wants to show support. There will also be food, drinks, and games for all to enjoy. Donations will be accepted to support leukemia research and help Tommy in his battle.

If you’re able, please stop by and show your support. Donate through link below.

#Buzzes4Bumpy #TeamTommy #ClarkstownStrong

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Rockland Residents: Be Aware of Text from Chase Bank it is a Phishing Scam

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April 15, 2025

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Rockland County, NY — On April 14th at approximately 11:50 AM, a text message was received by a local resident claiming to be from Chase Bank. Upon contacting Chase directly, it was confirmed that the message did not originate from the bank and is, in fact, a phishing scam.

We urge all residents to remain vigilant. Do NOT respond, call any numbers listed, or click on any links within the message. These types of scams are designed to steal personal and financial information.

If you receive a suspicious message, report it immediately to your local police department and refrain from any interaction with the sender.

Your safety and awareness are crucial in helping prevent fraud in our community.

Please report any suspicious texts to your local police department.
Stay alert, Rockland — your awareness is your best defense.

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