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National Pet Day: How Pets Improve Mental and Physical Health — A Tribute to the Animals That Love and Heal Us April 11th

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National Pet Day is celebrated on April 11, but if you’re a pet owner, you know that every day is a reason to appreciate your animal companion! So go ahead — hug your hedgehog, bond with your bunny, toss your pup a treat, and give your kitty some catnip. These lovable creatures bring so much joy into our lives.

But pets do more than just make us smile. Over the past 10 years, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has supported research showing that pets can also improve our physical and mental health. Whether it’s a dog, cat, or any other beloved pet, they can help lower stress hormones like cortisol, reduce cholesterol and blood pressure, and contribute to better heart health overall. Pets aren’t just good company — they’re good for you, too!

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CBS Sports Reporter and Clarkstown North Alum Tracy Wolfson Visits Alma Mater

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May 1, 2025

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Tracy Wolfson, CBS Sports’ lead NFL and NCAA reporter and proud Clarkstown High School North graduate (Class of 1993), returned to New City this week to speak with students at her former school.

Addressing Career and Technical Education (CTE) and journalism classes, Tracy shared her journey in sports broadcasting—from her toughest on-camera moments to the career-defining “I made it!” experiences. Students proudly wore gear representing their favorite teams as they listened to Tracy’s insights and advice.

A special thank you to Tracy for generously taking time to answer students’ questions and for inspiring the next generation of journalists and broadcasters. And kudos to Student Council President Aiden Dobrosielski for helping bring this exciting event to life.

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Keep Rockland Beautiful: Clean Out, Give Back – Donate Gently Used Items and Help Reach 1,000 Bags for a Great Cause!

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April 30, 2025

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         Clean Out, Give Back – Help Us Reach 1,000 Bags for a Great Cause!

We’re collecting clothing and household items from April 5 to June 30, 2025, with all proceeds benefiting Keep Rockland Beautiful.

Let’s work together to hit our goal of 1,000 bags donated!

Accepted Items:
👕 Clothing
👟 Shoes & Sneakers
👜 Belts & Purses
🛏️ Bedding & Towels
🪟 Curtains
🧸 Stuffed Toys

Keep Rockland Beautiful (KRB) leads efforts to clean, protect, and beautify Rockland’s environment by educating and empowering people to share in the care and stewardship of our communities. KRB has been engaging volunteers of all ages throughout Rockland and working with partners across all sectors in the county for 26 years.

            Thank you for supporting sustainability and your community!

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