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Michael Stewart, EMT and Eagle Scout, Reports to National Guard Basic Training

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CHESTNUT RIDGE, NY – Michael Stewart, an EMT with W.P Faist Ambulance Corp. and Eagle Scout, reports to Basic Training for the National Guard.

Stewart has a long history of service, he joined the ambulance corps as junior member and has been a member for over 3 years. During the time training to become a licensed EMT, he complete the arduous process of being an Eagle Scout. He is also a Michael is also a certified interior Firefighter with Hugh Gassner fire department (South Spring Valley FD). He recently recently graduated Spring Valley High School with honors.

Eagle Scout is the highest achievement or rank attainable in the Boy Scouts. Since its inception in 1911, only four percent of Scouts have earned this rank after a lengthy review process.

Members of the W.P Faist Ambulance Corp. took to social media to wish Stewart well, “We wish you all the best and look forward to seeing you back in 21 weeks. Godspeed and thank you for serving our great country.”

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George Washington Also Known As The “Father Of His Country” Has History In Rockland

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February 17, 2025

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Officially known as Washington’s Birthday, the holiday was originally meant to honor the country’s first president, George Washington. Eventually, the holiday included Abraham Lincoln, whose birthday is Feb. 12. Presidents Day is observed on the third Monday of February each year. 

According to the then-used Julian calendar, Washington was born in Virginia on Feb. 11, 1731. In 1752  Britain and its colonies adopted the Gregorian calendar, which moved his birthday a year and 11 days to Feb. 22, 1732.

During the American Revolution, George Washington stayed at the DeWint House in Tappan. The DeWint House is the oldest surviving building in Rockland County. George Washington also camped out at Washington’s Encampment in West Nyack on Strawtown Road.

                                   Rockland County is rich in history go discover it!

 

 

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Random Acts Of Kindness Week February 14th – 20th

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February 14, 2025

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According to nationaltoday.com, “It’s a celebration of all the ways we can become a positive influence in each other’s lives. Even one small act of kindness can mean a great deal to somebody. The world can be selfish and cruel sometimes and not everyone receives the same kind of support they need. In such a world, it is important for us to constantly be reminded to be kind to one another and to give others hope whenever we can. A small and random gesture of kindness can go a long way.

Your kindness might make a world of difference to somebody. This is the best week for you to show your support for the cause and help out someone in need.”

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