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Flowers Adorn Cpl. Megan Leavey and K9 Rex Statue

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5 years ago

July 21, 2020

HAVERSTRAW, NY – Megan Leavey and K9 Rex Statue at the Rockland County Gulf War/War on Terror Monument at Haverstraw Bay Park.

Huge shoutout to the individual who put flowers in Cpl. Megan Leavey’s hand.

Cpl. Megan Leavey of Valley Cottage and German shepherd Sgt. Rex were wounded by a roadside bomb in Iraq in 2006. They spent two six-month tours together and completed more than 100 missions.

The story of their service and Leavey’s fight to keep Rex after returning to the U.S. was told in a 2017 movie starring Kate Mara as Leavey. She successfully battled military red tape to bring home Rex, who passed away in December 2012.

We also recommend visiting the Rockland County Gulf War/War on Terror Monument located at 21 Gagan Road, Haverstraw. It is in honor of all those who served in the Gulf War and the War on Terror, and for those Rockland County residents that made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

Please comment if you know who decorated the statue and we would love to give them credit.

(Photo taken July 21, 2020.) 🇺🇸

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Rockland Report Throwback Thursday: Friendly’s in New City

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1 week ago

May 29, 2025

Rockland Report Editor

Do you remember Friendly’s located on Main Street in New City/Town of Clarkstown?

Photo by Andy Gallina

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VIDEO: Albertus Magnus High School Veritas Honor Choir Performs National Anthem at Yankee Stadium

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1 week ago

May 28, 2025

Rockland Report Editor

ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – The Veritas Honor Choir from Albertus Magnus High School delivered a powerful and patriotic performance of the National Anthem at Yankee Stadium before a recent New York Yankees game.This remarkable opportunity showcased the talent and dedication of the Rockland County-based student choir on one of baseball’s biggest stages, earning applause from thousands of fans in attendance.

The performance not only highlighted the school’s strong performing arts program but also brought pride to the Albertus Magnus community and all of Rockland County.

Video by the New York Yankees and more on the rocklandreport.com