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Happy Halloween Rockland County From The Rockland Report Be safe Have Fun

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25 mins ago

October 31, 2024

Rockland Report Admin

Halloween originated from the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, which was a celebration of changing seasons from summer to winter. The Celts believed that on the night of October 31, the boundary between the worlds of the living and the dead became blurred, and the spirits of the dead would return to earth. To ward off evil spirits, the Celts would: light bonfires, wear costumes, and tell fortunes.

Over time, the traditions of Samhain blended with other cultures and religions:

Christian influence

In the eighth century, Pope Gregory III designated November 1 as All Saints’ Day, a day to honor Christian saints and martyrs. All Saints’ Day later became known as All Hallows’ Day, and the night before, October 31, became known as All Hallows’ Eve, and eventually Halloween.
Irish folklore

The Irish and Scottish brought their folklore about a trickster named Jack to America, where they found pumpkins, which were easier to carve than turnips. The story of Jack-o’-lantern is said to have inspired the Irish to carve faces into pumpkins to ward off evil spirits.

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Nyack Halloween 🎃 Parade Set for October 26th Kickoff At 5:30

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3 weeks ago

October 8, 2024

Rockland Report Admin

The biggest small town Halloween parade in America returns to Nyack on October 26th.

Don your most daring costume and join us in Nyack for a frighteningly fun Halloween Parade on October 26, 2024 at 5:30pm! (Rain Date: October 27)

Schedule of events:

Pet costume judging: 12 noon in Memorial Park

Costume judging: 3pm in Memorial Park

Float judging: 3pm in Memorial Park

Parade Steps off: 5:30 from Memorial Park

Special thanks to parade sponsors: Treehouse Cannabis, Orange & Rockland E-Mobility, Nyack Ridge, Vi llage of Nyack ,

Halloween Prizes 2024

CLICK HERE FOR 2024 FLOAT REGISTRATION

CLICK HERE FOR 2024 COSTUME CONTEST REGISTRATION

Best Float

1st Place $1000

2nd Place $500

3rd Place $250

Best Adult Costume

1st Place $200

2nd Place $100

3rd Place $50.

Best Couple Costume $100

Best Group Costume $100

Best Kids Costume

1st Place $75 plus prize

2nd Place $50 plus prize

3rd Place $25 plus prize

Best Pet Costume

1st Place Paws on Main Prize

2nd Place Paws on Main Prize

3rd Place Paws on Main Prize

Please note: Throwing candy at the Halloween Parade is prohibited!

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National Hispanic Heritage Month From September 15th to October 15th

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1 month ago

September 17, 2024

Rockland Report Admin

National Hispanic Heritage Month pays tribute to the generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society. Celebrate the rich history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans.

Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.

The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting on September 15 and ending on October 15. It was enacted into law on August 17, 1988, on the approval of Public Law 100-402.

The day of September 15 is significant because it is the anniversary of independence for Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and September18, respectively. Also, Columbus Day or Día de la Raza, which is October 12, falls within this 30 day period.