Police/Fire/EMS

In Memory of George Drescher (1949-2020)

Published

7 years ago

January 30, 2020

George C. Drescher was a lifelong Rockland County Resident. He was well known for his dedication to the men and women who served the county in the Fire and Emergency Services. George held many titles and positions over his lifetime. George was employed for over 30 years by the Town of Clarkstown and retired as the Deputy Superintendent of Highways prior to being the Director of Fire and Industrial Training at the Rockland County Fire Training Center. Working for the Town of Clarkstown he was also a part time patrol officer for the Villages of Haverstraw and South Nyack. He selflessly gave his free time and effort to teach and serve those who were in need. George started his lifetime of service in the Congers Fire Department. He then continued his service with the Haverstraw Fire Department as a member of the General Warren Emergency Rescue company. His service continued when he joined the West Nyack Fire Engine Company #1 for the remainder of his volunteer fire service tenure. George held every frontline firefighting position in West Nyack and served as Chief two separate terms. Not only did George serve as a firefighter, he was a member of the Rockland County Haz-Mat Team, Rockland County Technical Rescue Team, Rockland County Firefighters Association, Rockland County Fire Chiefs Association, Rockland County Fire Police Association, and the Rockland County Fallen Firefighters Fund. His dedication to Rockland County did not end there, and he continued his service as a Rockland County Fire Coordinator where he was instrumental in training and guiding new firefighters and fire officers. His knowledge and experience made him an influential and essential part of Rockland County’s Fire and Emergency Services.

George was born on July 7 1949, in Nyack Hospital to Christoph and Carmelitta Drescher. He was one of five children and grew up in Congers, NY. George served in the United States Army receiving multiple medals for his exceptional service in the Vietnam Conflict. George married Margaret D’Apice on October 21, 1972 and further expanded his loving family with his two sons Christopher and Anthony who continue his dedication to public service. In addition to his parents George was predeceased by his sisters Hope Bednar and Nola Crawford. He is survived by his loving wife Margaret, brother John Drescher, sister Linda Beckel, sons Christopher and Anthony, daughter in law Lindsay, and his #1 Granddaughter Riley as well as many loving brothers and sisters in-laws, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. George had a love for sports especially baseball and the New York Yankees.

Police/Fire/EMS

Haverstraw Police Join No-Shave November to Support Cancer Awareness 2026

Published

3 days ago

November 2, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

Residents may notice a few more beards among the officers of the Town of Haverstraw Police Department this November, and it’s all for a good cause.

The department announced that officers are participating in No-Shave November, an annual campaign that raises awareness and funds for cancer-related causes.

With approval from Town Supervisor Howard Phillips, the Town Board and the Chief of Police, participating officers will be putting down their razors for the month while supporting the charitable initiative.

Each participating officer will also make a personal donation to help support the effort.

The department encourages residents not to be surprised if they see officers sporting some extra facial hair throughout November, noting that it’s not a change in grooming standards but rather a way to show support for an important cause.

No-Shave November encourages participants to embrace their natural hair growth while raising awareness and funds for cancer research and support programs.

Police/Fire/EMS

Chestnut Ridge Middle School Bomb Threat Prompts Evacuation October 29, 2026

Published

6 days ago

October 30, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

Students and staff were evacuated from Chestnut Ridge Middle School on Thursday, October 29, 2026, following a reported bomb threat, according to the Ramapo Police Department.

Police said officers responded to the school at approximately 1:11 p.m. after receiving a report of a bomb threat. Students and staff were safely evacuated from the building and transported to an off-site location.

Multiple law enforcement agencies responded to assist with a search of the school. Explosive detection K-9 units from the Ramapo Police Department, Rockland County Sheriff’s Office, New York State Police, Town of Woodbury Police Department and Orange County Sheriff’s Office participated in the search.

The Rockland County Sheriff’s Office Bomb Disposal Unit also assisted at the scene.

No explosive devices were found during the search, police confirmed.

Emergency personnel from the South Spring Valley Fire Department, Monsey Fire Department and William P. Faist Volunteer Ambulance Corps were also staged at an off-site location and remained ready to respond if needed.

The Ramapo Police Department’s Investigations Division is continuing to investigate the incident, with assistance from the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Joint Terrorism Task Force.

Anyone with information related to the incident is asked to contact the Ramapo Police Department at 845-357-2400. Police said all calls will be kept confidential.