Police/Fire/EMS

NYPD Officer from Orangetown passes away due to 9/11 related illness

Published

7 years ago

May 2, 2019

Orangetown – Eighteen years after two planes crashed into the World Trade Center, the death toll continues to rise. Patrick McGovern, a New York Police Department officer from Orangetown, died on May 2nd from a 9/11-related cancer, NYPD 49 Precinct announced on Thursday morning.

“The men and women of the Orangetown PBA are heartbroken at the loss of one of our fellow brother, PO Patrick McGovern of the NYPD. We express our condolences to the McGovern family, as well as Pat’s NYPD family. Pat has many close friends in the Orangetown PBA, as well as the greater law enforcement community. Pat was a life long resident of Orangetown and will be greatly missed. PO McGovern unfortunate passing is a line of duty death stemming from 9/11 illness. We thank PO McGovern for bravely serving the City of New York, the people of NYC and for his efforts in the wake of the 9/11 attacks. We will never forget Pat or his family. – Orangetown PBA

Police/Fire/EMS

53rd Ramapo Police Youth Academy Graduation Ceremony Celebrates Class of 2026

Published

1 day ago

May 8, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

Congratulations to the 53rd Graduating Class of the Ramapo Police Youth Academy!

Tonight’s ceremony marked the culmination of weeks of hard work, discipline, teamwork, and dedication. Watching the cadets march onto the field was a proud moment for all involved and a true reflection of the commitment they demonstrated throughout the academy.

A special thank you to the Ramapo Town Board for their continued support of this program, as well as the Rockland County Sheriff’s Office and the Spring Hill Ambulance Corps for their participation in making this program such a success. Your partnership helps provide these young men and women with an unforgettable experience and valuable life lessons.

Congratulations again to the Class of 2026 — we are proud of each and every one of you!

Police/Fire/EMS

Rockland County Welcomes New EMT Academy Graduates

Published

5 days ago

May 4, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

Rockland County is celebrating a new class of EMT Academy graduates as they prepare to begin their service in agencies across the region.

The graduates have successfully completed rigorous training, gaining the critical skills needed to respond to medical emergencies and provide life-saving care in high-pressure situations. Their achievement marks an important step in strengthening the county’s emergency medical services system.

Local officials and public safety leaders recognized the dedication and commitment required to complete the program, noting that these new EMTs will play a vital role in protecting the health and safety of residents throughout Rockland County.

As they join ambulance corps and emergency response teams, the graduates are expected to make an immediate impact in their communities.

Congratulations to all the graduates, and best wishes as they begin their careers in emergency medical services.