Police/Fire/EMS

40 Year Rockland Firefighter Frank Voce in Need of a Kidney

Published

3 years ago

December 28, 2022

NEW CITY, NY – Frank Voce, a Rockland County volunteer firefighter for over 40 years has been diagnosed with Kidney Disease or Berger’s Disease. Below is a plea from his son Frank.

My father needs a kidney!! Please help share! Link is in bio. If you are interested in being a donor or know someone who is, please message us so we can give you more info! Thanks so much!! 🙌🏻

My name is Frank Voce and I’m 61 years old. At 20 years old, I was diagnosed with Kidney Disease, specifically, IgA nephropathy. It’s also known as Berger’s Disease, a kidney disease that occurs when an antibody called immunoglobulin A (IgA) builds up in your kidneys. This results in local inflammation that, over time, can hamper your kidney’s ability to filter waste from your blood. The doctors told me this was a slow progressive disease and have had me on several medications throughout my life.

In February of 2022 I was diagnosed with renal failure. I am married to my beautiful wife Patricia; we’re high school sweethearts. We have 2 handsome and strong boys. My son Frank is 30 years old and has been a New York City Police Officer for seven years, and my son Christopher is 26 years old and is a volunteer firefighter. Unfortunately, both my sons tried to donate and were denied. Frank is unable to donate due to his ulcerative colitis, and Christopher cannot due to being diagnosed with thyroid cancer in 2021. I lost my mother and youngest brother last year in 2021 and my only living brother is from FDNY and retired after 9/11. I have been a volunteer firefighter in Rockland County, NY for 40 years and continue to volunteer to this day.

I am also very positive that things will work out, but being on dialysis is difficult and exhausting. It is now in God’s hands to send me a walking angel to donate a kidney to me! Down and Dirty I need a KIDNEY…ONLY 1.
God Bless and Rock and Roll.

-Big V

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Police/Fire/EMS

Clarkstown Police Department Promotes Kevin Quinn to Captain

Published

6 days ago

June 9, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

The Clarkstown Police Department is proud to announce the promotion of Lieutenant Kevin Quinn to the rank of Captain.

Captain Quinn brings 27 years of dedicated law enforcement experience to his new role and has been a valued member of the department throughout his distinguished career. Most recently, he served as the department’s Administrative Lieutenant, where he played an important role in supporting departmental operations and leadership.

Over the years, Captain Quinn has made significant contributions across multiple areas of the department. He has been actively involved in the Field Training Officer Program, served as Detective Sergeant in the Juvenile Aid Bureau, helped develop the department’s drone program, and successfully completed Session 281 of the FBI National Academy.

As Operations Captain, Quinn will oversee key operational functions while continuing to serve the Clarkstown community with professionalism, integrity, and dedication.

The Clarkstown Police Department congratulates Captain Quinn on this well-deserved promotion and wishes him continued success in his new leadership role.

Police/Fire/EMS

Ramapo Police Officers Help Free Bear Cub Trapped by Container in Hillburn

Published

1 week ago

June 6, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

This afternoon, officers from the Ramapo Police Department responded to Brook Street in Hillburn after receiving a report of a bear cub with a container stuck on its head.

Upon arrival, officers worked alongside the concerned caller to safely remove the container, freeing the cub from what could have become a dangerous and potentially life-threatening situation.

Once released, the bear cub quickly ran off into the nearby woods unharmed.

The Ramapo Police Department appreciates the caller’s vigilance and willingness to assist. Quick reporting and community awareness can make a significant difference, not only for public safety but also for the welfare of local wildlife.

This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of properly disposing of containers and other waste that can pose hazards to animals. Thanks to the combined efforts of a concerned resident and responding officers, this young bear was able to safely return to its natural habitat.