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Happy 96th Birthday to Rockland Legend Al Magnatta

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We would like to wish Al Magnatta a Happy 96th Birthday!

Magnatta is a World War II Veteran, lifelong Rockland County resident – Congers, and served as Rockland’s longest tenured Deputy Fire Coordinator with over 40 years of service (1962).

This year Magnatta is starting his 74th year in the Congers Fire Department. Al joined the department in 1946 after returning home from World War II. In 1960 Al was elected to the position of Chief where he served until 1962. That same year Al became a Rockland County deputy fire coordinator and has held the position ever since.

Magnatta’s grandson is Rockland County Assemblyman Kenneth P. Zebrowski.

Al is pictured below responding to a structure fire in Congers (Town of Clarkstown) in November of 2019. Magnatta turned 96 on January 27, 2021.

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Rockland Report Throwback Thursday: Friendly’s in New City

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May 29, 2025

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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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May 28, 2025

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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

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