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Women’s History Month Rockland County, Nominate a Veteran

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New City, NY – In honor of Women’s History Month, Rockland County Executive Ed Day & our Veterans Service Agency Director Susan Branam are calling for nominations for our next Freedom Award Winner. The award honors a female veteran’s outstanding service and continued commitment to her community, organization, or cause.

The County plans to then select someone who will be honored for providing exemplary public service that is having a positive impact in Rockland. Submission deadline is February 16, 2024 and can be done online by emailing [email protected].

The winners will later be announced and honored by the County Executive & Veterans Service Agency in March. Nomination forms can be found by clicking here.

Military women have served the nation with valor and distinction since the American Revolution. They have broken down barriers and paved the way toward gender equity in the military and civilian workplace. In March, Rockland County presents the FREEDOM AWARD to a woman veteran to recognize her outstanding service, and continued commitment to her community, organization, or cause. We are currently taking nominations for the 2024 award recipient! If you would like to be considered for this award, or if you know a woman veteran and wish to nominate her, stop by our office for a nomination form, or email [email protected]. For more information call 845-638-5244.

Nomination Criteria:
1. Must currently reside in Rockland County
2. Must be a female veteran, with a DD 214 (discharge document) issued by
the Department of Defense
3. Must be willing to participate in awards ceremony

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Rockland Health Department Is Offering Free Rabies Shots For Cats, Dogs and Ferrets April 27th

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The Rockland County Department of Health announces free rabies vaccinations for cats, dogs, and ferrets belonging to Rockland residents on Sunday, April 27th, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm at 50 Sanatorium Road, Building A in Pomona. 

To get a free rabies shot, please be sure:

  • Your dog, cat, or ferret must be healthy
  • Your pet needs to be at least 4 months of age
  • Your dog must be on a leash
  • Your cat or ferret must be on a leash or in a carrier

Appointments are required for each animal.  To make an appointment or for more information, visit http://rcklnd.us/rabiesvax or call 845-364-2656. Please check Facebook.com/rocklandgov for weather-related cancellations before arrival. The shots are free, however, a $5 donation per animal will help defray costs. Please bring exact cash or check payable to Commissioner of Finance. Please arrive 15 minutes before your pet’s scheduled appointment time.

New York State law requires that all dogs, cats, and domesticated ferrets be vaccinated against rabies by four months of age. Owners can be fined up to $250 if they fail to get their pets vaccinated and keep them up to date. All animal bites and animals suspected of having rabies must be reported to the Rockland County Health Department at (845) 364-2656.  After hours, callers should contact the Rockland Sheriff’s Office at (845) 364-8600.

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Supervisor George Hoehmann Talks Construction At New Site For “Chick-fil-A” In Nanuet

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April 2, 2025

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Check out News 12 Hudson Valley’s interview with Supervisor George Hoehmann discussing the construction of the brand-new Chick-fil-A opening later this year in #Nanuet!

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