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New York Expands Crossbow Hunting Access for 2025 Deer and Bear Seasons

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Changes to Crossbow Hunting Now in Effect

New for fall 2025, hunters in New York State may use a crossbow in the same seasons, places, and manner as a vertical bow for hunting deer and bear.

  • To hunt deer and bear with a crossbow during the bowhunting seasons, a hunter must have a hunting license and bowhunting privilege. To be eligible to purchase a bowhunting privilege, a hunter must have bowhunter education certification which is available through the online or in-person course.
  • Crossbows may be used wherever and whenever bowhunting occurs, including the archery only portions of Albany and Monroe counties and in Westchester and Suffolk counties. The minimum setback distance for discharge is 500’ in Westchester and Suffolk counties and 250’ in all other areas.
  • Crossbows must have a working trigger safety and a minimum peak draw weight of 100 pounds. There is no minimum limb width, no minimum length, and no maximum draw weight.
  • Additional answers to commonly asked questions are available: Crossbow Q & A (PDF)

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President Donald Trump and Rep. Mike Lawler to Deliver Remarks in Rockland County on May 22

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May 19, 2026

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President Donald Trump is expected to join Mike Lawler in Rockland County on Friday, May 22, where the two are scheduled to deliver remarks during a public appearance in the county.

The visit marks a rare presidential appearance in Rockland County and is believed to be the first by a sitting or former U.S. president in nearly five decades. The last presidential visit to Rockland County was made by Gerald Ford on October 13, 1976, during his campaign for reelection.

Details regarding the exact location, timing, security arrangements and public access for Friday’s event are expected to be released ahead of the appearance.

Lawler, who represents New York’s 17th Congressional District, has remained one of the most closely watched Republican lawmakers in the Hudson Valley region. Trump’s visit is expected to draw significant attention from supporters, media outlets and local residents throughout the area.

Additional information about attendance, traffic advisories and event logistics is expected in the coming days.

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Rockland County Hosting Accessible Fun Day at RCC on May 15

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May 13, 2026

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Rockland County Office for People with Disabilities is inviting residents to attend its annual Accessible Fun Day on Friday, May 15, 2026.

The free community event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Eugene Levy Fieldhouse on the campus of Rockland Community College, located at 145 College Road in Suffern.

The event will feature:

  • Adaptive sports
  • Arts and crafts
  • Music
  • Family-friendly activities
  • And more

Admission and parking are free. Walk-ins are welcome, though registration is encouraged.

For more information, call 845-364-3980 or email rcopwd@co.rockland.ny.us.

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