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Buffalo Soldier Award Ceremony New City, NY February 14th

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New City, NY, – February 14th, Rockland County Executive Ed Day and Director Susan Branam of the Rockland County Veterans Service Agency will recognize the outstanding service of two local military heroes.

The Buffalo Soldiers Award is presented annually to outstanding African American veterans who reside in Rockland County. A “Buffalo Soldier” is the nickname first given to members of African American cavalry regiments of the U.S. Army who served in the western United States from 1867 to 1896, noted for their courage and discipline.

2024 Awardee: James Epps
Lifetime Recognition Award: Grady Anderson

WHEN:  Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at 11:00 am

RAIN DATE:  Thursday, February 15th, 2024 at 11:00 am

WHERE: Rockland County Fire Training Center, 35 Firemen’s Memorial Dr., Pomona NY

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George Washington Also Known As The “Father Of His Country” Has History In Rockland

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Officially known as Washington’s Birthday, the holiday was originally meant to honor the country’s first president, George Washington. Eventually, the holiday included Abraham Lincoln, whose birthday is Feb. 12. Presidents Day is observed on the third Monday of February each year. 

According to the then-used Julian calendar, Washington was born in Virginia on Feb. 11, 1731. In 1752  Britain and its colonies adopted the Gregorian calendar, which moved his birthday a year and 11 days to Feb. 22, 1732.

During the American Revolution, George Washington stayed at the DeWint House in Tappan. The DeWint House is the oldest surviving building in Rockland County. George Washington also camped out at Washington’s Encampment in West Nyack on Strawtown Road.

                                   Rockland County is rich in history go discover it!

 

 

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Random Acts Of Kindness Week February 14th – 20th

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According to nationaltoday.com, “It’s a celebration of all the ways we can become a positive influence in each other’s lives. Even one small act of kindness can mean a great deal to somebody. The world can be selfish and cruel sometimes and not everyone receives the same kind of support they need. In such a world, it is important for us to constantly be reminded to be kind to one another and to give others hope whenever we can. A small and random gesture of kindness can go a long way.

Your kindness might make a world of difference to somebody. This is the best week for you to show your support for the cause and help out someone in need.”

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