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Chief Assistant District Attorney Patrick Frawley Receives Prestigious New York State Senate Commendation Award

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Chief ADA Patrick Frawley is a retired Detective with the Town of Orangetown Police Department. Pat went to law school while working full-time with the Orangetown PD graduating Cum Laude from Pace Law School in White Plains. Following his law enforcement career, he worked at Clarkstown Central School District as the Coordinator of Safety and Security and implemented many new safety initiatives. Some of his exhaustive credentials include completion of the F.B.I. Criminal Investigators course, NYPD Homicide Investigators School, NYPD Sex Crimes/Child Abuse School and also traveled to Israel in 2003 to train with the Israeli Police and Global ATS in anti-terrorism methods.
District Attorney Tom Walsh thanked Senator Weber for recognizing Chief Frawley for his many years of service and his dedication to keeping the people of Rockland County safe.

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President Donald Trump and Rep. Mike Lawler to Deliver Remarks in Rockland County on May 22

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President Donald Trump is expected to join Mike Lawler in Rockland County on Friday, May 22, where the two are scheduled to deliver remarks during a public appearance in the county.

The visit marks a rare presidential appearance in Rockland County and is believed to be the first by a sitting or former U.S. president in nearly five decades. The last presidential visit to Rockland County was made by Gerald Ford on October 13, 1976, during his campaign for reelection.

Details regarding the exact location, timing, security arrangements and public access for Friday’s event are expected to be released ahead of the appearance.

Lawler, who represents New York’s 17th Congressional District, has remained one of the most closely watched Republican lawmakers in the Hudson Valley region. Trump’s visit is expected to draw significant attention from supporters, media outlets and local residents throughout the area.

Additional information about attendance, traffic advisories and event logistics is expected in the coming days.

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Rockland County Hosting Accessible Fun Day at RCC on May 15

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Rockland County Office for People with Disabilities is inviting residents to attend its annual Accessible Fun Day on Friday, May 15, 2026.

The free community event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Eugene Levy Fieldhouse on the campus of Rockland Community College, located at 145 College Road in Suffern.

The event will feature:

  • Adaptive sports
  • Arts and crafts
  • Music
  • Family-friendly activities
  • And more

Admission and parking are free. Walk-ins are welcome, though registration is encouraged.

For more information, call 845-364-3980 or email rcopwd@co.rockland.ny.us.

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