Police/Fire/EMS

Clarkstown Police Department Sgt. Dan Burke Retires After 28 Years Of Service

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2 days ago

February 2, 2025

Rockland Report Admin

The Clarkstown Police Department is proud to announce the retirement of Sergeant Dan Burke, who retires after over 28 years of dedicated service. Sergeant Burke’s career with the Clarkstown Police Department started in July of 1996, and in 2014 he earned a well-deserved promotion to Sergeant. Prior to his service with the Clarkstown Police, Sergeant Burke proudly served in the U.S. Navy.

Throughout his career with the department, Sergeant Burke held several roles, including serving on the Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT), assigned to the Rockland County Narcotics Task Force, and as a member of the Honor Guard.

Sergeant Burke’s commitment to duty earned him prestigious awards such as the Medal of Valor and the Combat Cross. We are grateful for Sergeant Burke’s years of service and wish him the best as he transitions into a well-deserved retirement.

Police/Fire/EMS

The Clarkstown Police Department Proudly Congratulates Detective Brian Michel On His Retirement

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2 days ago

February 2, 2025

Rockland Report Admin

Detective Brian Michel began his career with the NYPD in 1993, serving in the 48 Pct., BXTF, and finally as a Sergeant in the 32nd Precinct. In 2002, he joined the Clarkstown Police Department, where he quickly became a valued member of our department.

Throughout his career, Detective Michel has held several key positions, including serving on the Clarkstown Police Department Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT), as the department’s sketch artist, and as a member of the Honor Guard, where he proudly represented the department. In 2014, Brian was promoted to detective and took on a role in the Crime Scene Unit, where his attention to detail was key in assisting in complex investigations. Most recently, in 2023, he was assigned to the DEA Task Force, where he remained dedicated to enhancing public safety and making communities safer for all.

Thank you for your years of service and commitment to protecting and serving the people of Clarkstown.

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Police/Fire/EMS

Show Your Support For Someone Who Is Beating The Odds Saturday February 8th

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3 days ago

February 1, 2025

Rockland Report Admin

Chris Healy is back in the gym with the brothers. Cancer is in remission and picc line gone. Still has some way to go. But he is ready to get healthy again. This shows the importance of getting a fire department physical. He is the 10th person to be saved by our FD physicals.

Chris has been a volunteer with Piermont Fire Department since 2016 and living his dream as an Amtrak train engineer. A lifelong rail enthusiast, his rail photography has been published in several magazines. He enjoys playing soccer and softball, kayaking on the Hudson, and exploring the best pizza spots.