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Breaking: U.S. and Israel Launch Military Strikes on Iran; Tehran Retaliates Across Region

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The United States and Israel have launched coordinated military strikes against the Islamic Republic of Iran, marking a major escalation in Middle East tensions. The operation reflects deepening conflict over Iran’s nuclear program and regional influence.

📌 What Happened

  • Early Saturday, U.S. and Israeli forces conducted air and missile strikes on multiple Iranian targets, including military infrastructure and urban areas such as Tehran, Isfahan, Qom, Karaj, and Kermanshah.

  • The offensive is part of a broader campaign described by the U.S. military as Operation Epic Fury and by Israeli authorities as Operation Roaring Lion.

  • President Donald Trump framed the military action as necessary to “eliminate imminent threats” from the Iranian regime and has urged Iranians to seize what he called their “hour of freedom” and rise up against their government.

🚀 Retaliation and Regional Fallout

  • In response, Iran’s military and Revolutionary Guard launched missile and drone strikes targeting Israel and U.S. military bases across the Middle East, including in Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Iraq.

  • Sirens and air defenses were activated in Israel as Iranian fire was intercepted, and several regional states reported alerts and airspace closures.

  • Officials from Pakistan and Russia have condemned the strikes and called for de-escalation, while international concern mounts over possible wider conflict.

🌍 Global Impact

  • The conflict has disrupted diplomatic efforts over Iran’s nuclear program and heightened fears of a broader Middle Eastern war.

  • U.S. allies and global leaders are urging restraint and warning that sustained fighting could destabilize energy markets and international security.

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Clarkstown Town Clerk Lauren Marie Wohl Launches Text Alerts for Tax Bill Updates

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August 9, 2026

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CLARKSTOWN, NY — Beginning with the new tax season on September 1, the Clarkstown Town Clerk’s Office will offer residents a new and convenient way to receive updates about their tax bills directly by text message.

Town Clerk Lauren Marie Wohl announced that residents can opt in to the service by texting “TAXINFO” to 845-644-6899.

Once a resident’s tax bill is ready, those enrolled will receive a text message containing a link. Residents can then enter their property address to view their tax bill and, if they choose, make a payment online.

The new text notification system does not replace traditional mailed tax bills. Residents who sign up for the service will continue to receive their regular tax bill in the mail. The text alerts are intended to provide an additional and more convenient way for residents to know when their bills are available and access their information.

“Residents asked for a simpler way to receive tax bill information, and I’m proud that we were able to make it happen,” Wohl said.

Residents with questions about the new service can contact the Clarkstown Town Clerk’s Office at 845-639-2010.

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Flock Cameras in Rockland County: Safety Tool or Privacy Concern?

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August 8, 2026

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Flock cameras have become an increasingly debated topic across the country, including here in Rockland County.

Flock cameras are automated license plate readers used by law enforcement to capture license plates and vehicle characteristics as vehicles pass by. Police can use the information to assist with investigations, including locating stolen vehicles, identifying vehicles associated with wanted suspects, helping find missing people and developing leads following crimes.

One of the cameras pictured is located outside The Shops at Nanuet in Clarkstown. A graphic from the website DeFlock also shows reported camera locations throughout the area.

Supporters say the technology can give police an important investigative tool and help solve crimes more quickly. Critics, however, have raised concerns about privacy and the collection of information about where people drive, even when they are not suspected of committing a crime.

The debate ultimately comes down to a question of public safety versus privacy.

What do you think? Are Flock cameras a valuable tool for law enforcement, or are they an intrusion on your privacy?

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