Police/Fire/EMS

Massive Fire at Sterling Carting Building Contained After 12-Hour Response

Published

8 months ago

March 3, 2026

SLOATSBURG, NY — On Monday, March 2 at approximately 2:00 p.m., a large fire broke out at the Sterling Carting building on Sterling Mine Road.

The blaze burned for nearly 13 hours, from mid-afternoon until approximately 3:00 a.m. Tuesday. The Sloatsburg Fire Department, along with numerous neighboring departments, responded to the scene to battle the massive fire. Volunteer firefighters remained on site for more than 12 hours, working tirelessly in challenging conditions to bring the situation under control.

Although the fire has been extinguished, residents may notice lingering haze and odor throughout the day.

The Village of Sloatsburg extended its gratitude to Chief Swanson and the members of the Sloatsburg Fire Department for their leadership and dedication. Officials also thanked the assisting fire departments, emergency responders, and those who stood by at the Sloatsburg Fire House to ensure full village coverage during the incident.

Assisting agencies included:

Hillburn Volunteer Fire Department
Suffern Volunteer Hose Co. #1
Suffern Hook & Ladder Co. #1
Monsey Fire Department
Tallman Volunteer Fire Department
New City Fire Engine Co. No. 1
Thiells Fire Department
South Spring Valley Fire Department
Mahwah Rescue
Tuxedo Park Fire Department Co. #1
Ramapo Fire Coordinators
Spring Hill Community Ambulance Corps
Town of Ramapo Police Department
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Sloatsburg Fire Department

Village officials praised the professionalism and commitment of the volunteers who worked through the night to keep the community safe.

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.