Police/Fire/EMS

Rockland County Lights Up Red For Fallen Firefighters From April 27 – May 4th

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5 hours ago

April 28, 2025

The County of Rockland is proud to once again participate in the Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters from April 27th through May 4^th. The annual event honors the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

As part of this nationwide tribute, the Allison-Parris County Office Building in New City and Rockland County Fire Training Center in Pomona will be illuminated in red.

“Our firefighters put their lives on the line every day to protect our communities,” said County Executive Ed Day.“As a former first responder, lighting up our buildings red is a small but powerful way to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice and to show our unwavering support for their families.”

Rockland County Director of Fire and Emergency Services Chris Kear added, “the Light the Night tribute is a solemn reminder of the risk’s firefighters take and the heroes we have lost. We stand with the families of the fallen and reaffirm our commitment to supporting all first responders.”

Residents are encouraged to participate by lighting their homes in red and joining in the national remembrance.

For more information on the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation and how to support their mission, visit here.

Police/Fire/EMS

Ramapo Police Department Concludes ‘No Empty Chair’ Campaign to Promote Teen Safety During Prom and Graduation Season

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7 minutes ago

April 28, 2025

Rockland Report Admin

Last week during the “No Empty Chair” campaign school Resource Officers (SROs) from Ramapo and Suffern High Schools engaged with students to discuss the serious risks of underage drinking, distracted driving, and impaired driving. A key part of the program was the use of Fatal Vision goggles, which allowed students to experience how impairment affects coordination and decision-making. This hands-on demonstration delivered a powerful and eye-opening message about the consequences of unsafe driving.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to the officers for their continued dedication to educating and protecting our youth.

#NoEmptyChair #DriveSafe #RamapoPD #SuffernHS #RamapoHS #PromSeasonSafety

Police/Fire/EMS

Volunteer Firefighters Save New City Home from Fire on Scott Drive

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1 day ago

April 27, 2025

Rockland Report Admin

A message from George Hoehmann, Clarkstown Supervisor. “Great job today by our volunteer firefighters who saved this house Saturday morning. Around 10:30AM New City Fire Engine Co. No. 1 was dispatched to Scott Drive in New City for a house fire. Working quickly they prevented the fire from spreading and saved the house. Special thanks to the West Nyack Fire Engine Company, Central Nyack Fire Department, Hillcrest Fire Company No. 1 for mutual aid and standing by. Thanks also to the Clarkstown Police Department, New City Ambulance Corps, Rockland Paramedic Services, and our Town of Clarkstown fire inspectors who all responded. I stopped by briefly to thank our volunteers and check on the family who were unhurt but displaced due to the damage. We are so grateful for all of our first responders our firefighters who serve with bravery by putting themselves in harms way. THANK YOU!!”