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PHOTOS/VIDEO: Valley Cottage FD Extinguish Train Car Fire

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Clarkstown – Valley Cottage Fire Department firefighters quickly extinguished a train car fire, Thursday night.

Authorities responded to the reported train car fire on the Kings Highway Train Crossing around 7:45 PM.

Units arriving on scene discovered a single train car with fire showing and began efforts to attack the blaze.

Within 15 minutes firefighters had extinguished the fire and prevented it from spreading to other train cars.

Officials are on scene investigating the cause of the fire.

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

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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!

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Rockland County Welcomes New EMT Academy Graduates

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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.

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