Community

Keep Rockland Beautiful Community Cleanup in Chestnut Ridge

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1 year ago

June 10, 2025

Chestnut Ridge, NY — The Village of Chestnut Ridge saw community spirit in action as dedicated volunteers from Keep Rockland Beautiful came together for a successful community cleanup aimed at preserving the natural beauty of the area. Armed with gloves, garbage bags, and a shared mission, volunteers spent the day removing litter and debris from local streets and public spaces.

The event is part of Keep Rockland Beautiful’s ongoing effort to promote environmental stewardship, civic pride, and cleaner, greener neighborhoods throughout Rockland County. The organization regularly coordinates cleanups and educational programs designed to reduce pollution and engage residents in sustainability.

A special thanks was extended to Officer Modica of the Ramapo Police Department’s Traffic Safety Unit, who was on-site to ensure the safety of all volunteers throughout the cleanup. His support allowed the team to work efficiently and safely along busy roadways.

Keep Rockland Beautiful continues to invite local residents, businesses, and schools to join their mission. For more information or to sign up for future cleanups, visit www.keeprocklandbeautiful.org.

Community

North Rockland Community Rallies Around Teacher Nicole Faleri

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2 weeks ago

July 14, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

The outpouring of love and support for Fieldstone Middle School teacher Mrs. Nicole Faleri has been a powerful display of compassion and unity. Antonio Matias’ extraordinary act of generosity, along with the kindness shown by so many others, reflects the strength of a community that comes together to support its own during life’s most challenging moments.

The overwhelming response serves as a reminder that acts of generosity and collective support can have a lasting impact, demonstrating the spirit of kindness that continues to define the North Rockland community.

Community

Orangeburg Fire Department to Host Community Blood Drive Amid Blood Emergency

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2 weeks ago

July 11, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

As blood supplies remain critically low, the Orangeburg Fire Department is encouraging residents to roll up their sleeves and help save lives by participating in an upcoming community blood drive.

The blood drive will be held Saturday, July 25, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Orangeburg Fire House, located at 61 Dutch Hill Road, Orangeburg.

Hosted in partnership with the New York Blood Center, the event comes as a blood emergency has been declared, highlighting the urgent need for donors to help replenish the region’s blood supply. Blood donations are essential for trauma victims, surgery patients, cancer treatments and others facing medical emergencies.

Appointments are preferred and can be made through the New York Blood Center at NYBC.org, although walk-in donors will be welcomed as space permits.

Eligible donors must be at least 17 years old, or 16 with a signed parental consent form, meet minimum weight requirements, be feeling healthy and symptom-free, and bring a donor ID card or a photo ID.

Organizers also encourage donors to eat a healthy meal and drink plenty of fluids before donating.

Every blood donation has the potential to save lives, making each donor’s contribution an important step in ensuring local hospitals have the blood they need when emergencies arise.