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On Friday, February 12 at approximately 10:30pm the Piermont Fire Department along with the Nyack Fire Department responded 510 Piermont Ave for a report of smoke in the building.

Within 2 minutes of the initial dispatch 13-1 (Chief Goswick Jr) and Piermont Police Department (Det. Peter Boutros) entered the building to assess the situation.

Once within the building they located a heavy smoke condition on the top floor of the apartment complex with a confirmed fire in one of the units. During the evacuation process 13-Command advised control of a signal 12 (working fire) with a report of Party’s still trapped on the top floor.
Our first due engine with a crew of (6) hit the hydrant on the corner of Ash & Piermont Ave and stretched a 1-3/4 line to the fire floor. The first due truck set up the ladder on the roof and the crew began to conduct an interior search as well as opening up while the engine crew extinguished the fire.
10-F.A.S.T. (Nyack FD) was advised that they would be going to work assisting in truck company operations once on scene. 13-Command then requested a additional F.A.S.T. from the Sparkill Fire Department to the scene to replace Nyack.

Within 5 minutes of the initial dispatch the crew of our first due engine and truck had water on the fire and searches underway.

Once the scene was placed under control members of the Piermont, Sparkill and Nyack Fire Departments, assisted the landlord in moving all the clothing and jewelry from the storefront that become exposed to the water run off from the fire. After the members moved the merchandise to a safe location they covered all the items with tarps to prevent further damage. 
All building tenants were safe and accounted for during the fire operations. The American Red Cross was called to the scene to assist the displaced tenants from all 4 apartments that were damaged.

The following departments responded to the scene

Piermont Fire Department (21) members
Nyack Fire Department
Sparkill Fire Department
Piermont Police Department
Piermont Fire/Building Inspector
SOAC
Medic-21
44-1
44-3
44-6
Orange & Rockland Utilities
American Red Cross
Piermont Fire Department (Ladies Auxiliary)

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Suffern Police Check ATMs for Skimmers, Report No Threats Detected

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The Suffern Police Department Detective Bureau, in partnership with the Rockland County Intelligence Center, recently conducted a proactive sweep of 35 local businesses to check for ATM and credit card skimming devices. No devices were detected.

Skimming devices are illegal tools used by criminals to capture payment card information during legitimate transactions—often without the victim’s knowledge. This stolen data can then be used to commit fraud and identity theft.

Proactive enforcement efforts like this play a critical role in safeguarding the community by preventing financial crimes before they occur and protecting both residents and local businesses. The Suffern Police Department remains committed to staying ahead of emerging threats and ensuring the continued safety and security of the community.

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Clarkstown Appoints James S. Fay Jr. as New Police Chief, Effective April 2026

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New City, NY — Supervisor George Hoehmann and the Town Board have appointed Capt. James S. Fay, Jr. as the next Chief of Police for the Town of Clarkstown, effective April 24, 2026.

He will succeed Jeffrey Wanamaker, who is retiring after an impressive 39-year career with the Clarkstown Police Department, including serving as Chief since 2021. The Town plans to formally recognize Wanamaker’s service later this month.

About Incoming Chief James S. Fay, Jr.

Capt. Fay brings 32 years of experience within the Clarkstown Police Department, with a career spanning both operational and administrative leadership:

  • Specialized Units & Investigations
    • Narcotics and organized crime investigations
    • Investigator with the Rockland County Narcotics Task Force
    • Established and led the Street Crime Unit
    • Served in the Juvenile Aid Bureau, handling sensitive cases involving children and family court
  • Emergency & Tactical Experience
    • Over a decade with the Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT)
    • First responder at the September 11 terrorist attacks
  • Leadership Roles
    • Supervised patrol operations and field training
    • Oversaw Special Operations (K-9, Traffic, Anti-Crime)
    • Currently serves as Operations Captain, overseeing Patrol, Detectives, and Special Operations
  • Labor & Community Involvement
    • Former executive leader in the Police Benevolent Association
    • Founding member of the Greater Nanuet Chamber of Commerce Board
    • Graduate of Leadership Rockland

Supervisor Hoehmann praised both leaders, expressing gratitude to Chief Wanamaker for his decades of service and confidence in Fay as a “true public servant” committed to the department and community.

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