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Orangetown PD destroy over 1,000 lbs. of evidence and surrendered prescription drugs

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Orangetown Police Department destroyed over 1,100 pounds of evidence that no longer has evidentiary value due the cases having been adjudicated in the courts. Also destroyed were prescription medicine turned over to the Orangetown Police Department as part of Operation Medicine Cabinet.

The drugs and evidence were destroyed at Wheelabrator Westchester’s waste-to energy facility which turns waste into clean renewable electricity.

Have unwanted or unused prescription medications? They can be turned in to the Orangetown Police Department for destruction 24 hours and 7 days a week – no questions asked.

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Rockland County Police Emerald Society Pipes & Drums Band Will Host An Information Session April 9th

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The Rockland County Police Emerald Society Pipes & Drums Band is actively seeking individuals interested in learning to play the bagpipes or drums. An informational session is scheduled for Wednesday, April 9, at 6 PM. This meeting is open to current and former law enforcement personnel who are considering joining the band.

If you are unable to attend the informational session but are still interested in learning more, you can reach out to the band through their Facebook page. They encourage individuals to contact them for additional information and to express interest in joining.

For a glimpse of the band’s performances and activities, you might find this video insightful:

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Woman Rescued After Falling 20 Feet on Torne Valley Hiking Trail in Rockland County

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A woman is recovering after falling 20 feet from the Torn Valley hiking trail in Rockland County on Friday evening. The Spring Hill Community Ambulance Corps responded around 6 p.m., with police and fire crews joining them. They found the 40-year-old woman suffering from a compound fracture and severe pain. Paramedics administered an IV and gave her fentanyl for pain relief before helping her up. She was then placed on a gurney, carried out of the woods in stable condition, and transported to Hackensack Hospital for further treatment. The Torne Trail runs through Bear Mountain and Harriman State Parks.

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