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WEST NYACK, NY – On December 30, 2019 at 7:30 pm the Jewish Federation and Foundation of Rockland County held a Unity Rally & Solidarity event at the Jewish Community Center in West Nyack, New York.

Grafton Thomas of Orange County, NY is now facing federal hate crime charges after authorities found what they described as anti-Semitic materials in several journals and on the suspect’s phone.

According to the criminal complaint, Grafton Thomas was in possession of handwritten journals that referred to Adolf Hitler and Nazi culture, as well as drawings of the Star of David and a Swastika. His internet browsing history also included several noteworthy searches, including “German Jewish Temples near me,” “Why did Hitler hate the Jews?” and “Prominent companies founded by Jews in America.”

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United States National Anthem – :50
New York Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul – 2:10
Senator Chuck Schumer – 9:10
Israel Nitzan (Deputy Consul Israel NY) – 19:39
Ramapo Supervisor Michael Specht – 24:59
Mark Wilf (JFF North America) – 31:27
Evan Bernstein (ADL NY & NJ) – 35:53
Rabbi Shmuel Gancz – Chabad of Suffern – 40:24
Steve Gold (JFF Rockland) – 46:13
Rich Levin (JFF Rockland) – 47:09
Israeli National Anthem – 52:24

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

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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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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 CannabisOrange & Rockland E-MobilityNyack RidgeVillage of Nyack,

                                     Halloween Prizes 2024

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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