Community

Fall Safety Alert: Why Drivers Should Avoid Leaf Piles on the Road

Published

6 months ago

November 19, 2025

As autumn colors sweep through the region and leaves begin to blanket neighborhoods, community safety officials are reminding residents that leaf piles—while a familiar seasonal sight—can pose hidden dangers for both drivers and children.

Authorities warn that motorists should never drive through leaf piles along the roadway. Children often play or hide in them, making them nearly impossible to see from inside a vehicle. In addition, wet leaves can reduce traction, creating slippery conditions that increase stopping distance. Leaf piles can also conceal hazards such as potholes, curbs, or debris, which can damage vehicles or lead to accidents.

Officials also stress caution when parking on residential streets. Dry leaf piles can ignite if exposed to a vehicle’s hot exhaust system, potentially causing car fires and property damage. Drivers are urged to keep a safe distance from leaf piles when parking.

As the community embraces the fall season, safety teams hope these reminders will help prevent unnecessary injuries and accidents. “A little awareness goes a long way,” the statement reads. “Together, we can keep families and children safe while enjoying everything autumn has to offer.”

Community

Rockland County — let’s help Cookie find the loving home she deserves!

Published

5 hours ago

May 30, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

Cookie is still waiting… and she’s holding onto hope that somewhere in Rockland County, her forever family is looking for her too.

Day after day, this beautiful sweet girl watches people come and go, hoping that maybe today will finally be the day someone stops for her. Someone who sees more than just a shelter dog — someone who sees a loyal companion, a gentle soul, and a best friend ready to give unconditional love.

Cookie deserves to know what it feels like to have a warm bed, a safe home, and a family who will never leave her behind. She deserves walks filled with excitement, quiet nights curled up beside someone who loves her, and the comfort of finally belonging.

But she can’t find that home without our help.

Please consider opening your heart and giving Cookie the second chance she’s been waiting for. And if you can’t adopt, sharing her story could be the reason the right person finds her. One share, one comment, one conversation could change her life forever.

Let’s come together as a community and make sure Cookie’s story gets the happy ending she deserves. Let’s show Cookie that Rockland cares.

If you’d like to learn more about Cookie or help her find the loving home she deserves, please reach out to Four Legs Good NY NJ.

Community

Veterans Angels of Hope Urges Community Support for Veterans and Soldiers in Need

Published

2 days ago

May 28, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

Veterans Angels of Hope is continuing its mission of providing food, assistance, and support to soldiers and veterans facing hardship, particularly during major holidays throughout the year.

The organization works to help veterans and active-duty military personnel who may be struggling with food insecurity or other challenges, while also ensuring they feel remembered and supported by the community they served.

Officials with Veterans Angels of Hope say every donation helps expand outreach efforts and allows the organization to assist more veterans and military families in need.

Community members are encouraged to contribute donations or help spread awareness by sharing fundraising information and support links with others.

Organizers said even small contributions can make a meaningful impact in the lives of veterans who rely on the organization’s services and support network.

Below is a list of locations where donations can be made: