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Happy 96th Birthday to Rockland Legend Al Magnatta

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We would like to wish Al Magnatta a Happy 96th Birthday!

Magnatta is a World War II Veteran, lifelong Rockland County resident – Congers, and served as Rockland’s longest tenured Deputy Fire Coordinator with over 40 years of service (1962).

This year Magnatta is starting his 74th year in the Congers Fire Department. Al joined the department in 1946 after returning home from World War II. In 1960 Al was elected to the position of Chief where he served until 1962. That same year Al became a Rockland County deputy fire coordinator and has held the position ever since.

Magnatta’s grandson is Rockland County Assemblyman Kenneth P. Zebrowski.

Al is pictured below responding to a structure fire in Congers (Town of Clarkstown) in November of 2019. Magnatta turned 96 on January 27, 2021.

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Annual “Star Search” Music & Arts Winners From Spring Valley Awarded, Hundreds of NY Youth Compete In High Profile Talent Contest

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Nearly 400 young people from grade school to high school involved with The Salvation Army Greater New York Division’s Music & Creative Arts programs recently competed in the divisional Star Search music & creative arts talent contest. 

Most people don’t know that The Salvation Army is one of the top providers of free or reduced cost music and creative arts instruction for students of all ages. After months of practice and perseverance, the most talented young artists in NY competed in this signature youth event. 

The Salvation Army Spring Valley/Suffern Corps’ first place wins at Star Search, the organization’s music and creative arts youth talent competition. These students will go on to compete in Hershey, PA on June 8 with other top talent from 12 states and Puerto Rico.

The following are first place winners and categories from the Spring Valley/Suffern Temple Corps:  

  • Eliana Rosamilia, Level 1 Vocal Solo 
  • Caroline Lance, Level 2 Vocal Solo 
  • Singing Company 

Star Search started in the 1990’s to encourage arts and music development, and highlights students’ talents in dancing, playing instruments, singing, and acting. Winners of each category will compete with other regional Corps in Hershey, PA.

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Palisades Mall Presents Campy’s Blue Star Amusement Carnival May 2nd – 12th West Nyack, NY

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April 19, 2024

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 Get ready for the thrill of the carnival returning to town. Join us for fun, laughter, and excitement as Campy’s Blue Star Amusements lights up the sky with dazzling rides, food and games. Snag your discounted pre-sale tickets now on the Campy’s Blue Star Amusements website.
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Monday through Friday 5pm – 10pm

Saturday’s & Sundays 3pm-10pm

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