Government

Mark Woods Named 2024 Rockland County Veteran of the Year

Published

12 months ago

November 26, 2023

Mark is a 20-year veteran of law enforcement with specialized investigatory experience in the NYPD and Federal Law Enforcement. More than 20 years of experience in the U.S. Army, U.S. Army Reserve, and New York Army National Guard.

He currently serves as the Director of Rockland County Joseph P. Dwyer Veteran Peer Support Program. The Dwyer Program is a non-clinical, Veteran peer-to-peer mentoring program with numerous locations across New York State. At risk Veterans are served through outreach, scheduled weekly walks, monthly lunch meetings, book clubs and other recreational activities designed to build relationships between veterans and their families, with a focus on mental health and suicide prevention.

Mark served with the US Army during the Iraq War in Tal Afar, Nineveh Governorate. A U.S. Army Major, imbedded and served as the primary advisor to the Mayor of Tal Afar, Iraq (pop. 200,000) during operation Iraqi Freedom. As the commander of a Civil Affairs Team, developed governance and oversaw the implementation of over 20 million dollars in infrastructure projects to include, schools, medical facilities, water wells, pipelines, utility stations, a public library as well as others.

Community

Rockland Repair Café Residents Can Bring Broken Items To Be Fixed For Free

Published

4 days ago

November 19, 2024

Rockland Report Admin

This event brings together skilled volunteer Repair Coaches and residents seeking to repair household items. Participants are invited to bring items such as lamps, clothing, small appliances, wooden items, small furniture, toys, and electronics for evaluation and repair.

Items powered by gas engines (e.g., lawn mowers, chainsaws, and other gas-powered landscaping equipment) are not eligible for repair. Additionally, computers and digital devices will not be repaired at this event.

Repair Coaches will evaluate and fix items for free, provided the necessary materials are on hand. These talented volunteers are eager to share their expertise, preserving the art of repair while fostering community connections.

“The ability to fix and repair items is becoming a lost art,” said County Executive Ed Day. “The Repair Café not only celebrates this essential skill but also encourages its transfer to the younger generation, ensuring these talents continue to thrive in Rockland County. Events like this reduce landfill waste, foster sustainability, and strengthen our community ties.”

The Rockland Repair Café is a free, youth-friendly event made possible through the support of Rockland Conservation & Service Corps, a program of the Rockland County Youth Bureau, along with Rockland Green, Pearl River United Methodist Church, and the Pearl River Library. Volunteer Repair Coaches from Woodcraft & Willow and IBEW LU 363 will also participate.

For more information, or to confirm if a Repair Coach can fix your item, please call Kathy Galione at (845) 364-2932, or email [email protected].

When: Saturday, November 23rd, 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Where: Pearl River United Methodist Church, 130 Franklin Avenue, Pearl River, NY

Government

UPDATE: Brush Fire At Rockland Lake

Published

5 days ago

November 18, 2024

Rockland Report Admin

George Hoehmann, Town Supervisor Clarkstown has provided an update as of 11:45AM, Sunday November 17th on the brush fire in Rockland Lake State Park along the Hudson River. Numerous fire departments are on scene including Rockland Lake, Congers Fire Department, Valley Cottage Fire Department 22, Nyack, Piermont Fire Department as well as the Clarkstown Police Department battling the blaze. The location of the fire is difficult to access water is being supplied by fireboats from the river and I am informed that the fire is being contained. The photo from the police drone unit demonstrate the area affected. We will post updates as the situation evolves.