Police/Fire/EMS

Ramapo Police Host Mock DWI Crash Simulation at High School Ahead of Prom

Published

6 months ago

May 2, 2026

RAMAPO, N.Y. — With prom season approaching, the Ramapo Police Department partnered with local agencies to deliver a powerful message to students: don’t drink and drive.

Officers took part in a mock DWI crash simulation at Ramapo High School, giving students a realistic look at the consequences of impaired driving. Students themselves participated as role players, helping recreate the scene and reinforce the emotional impact on their peers.

Officials say exercises like these are designed to show just how dangerous—and potentially life-changing—impaired driving decisions can be, especially during high-risk times like prom and graduation season.

The department thanked several partners for helping bring the demonstration together, including the East Ramapo Central School District, Spring Hill Community Ambulance Corps, Monsey Fire Department, the Rockland County Medical Examiner’s Office, Rockland County EMS, and Judge Straus.

Authorities emphasized that education and awareness remain key to keeping young drivers safe. Students are encouraged to plan ahead, avoid impaired driving, and make responsible choices.

Police/Fire/EMS

Haverstraw Police Join No-Shave November to Support Cancer Awareness 2026

Published

3 days ago

November 2, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

Residents may notice a few more beards among the officers of the Town of Haverstraw Police Department this November, and it’s all for a good cause.

The department announced that officers are participating in No-Shave November, an annual campaign that raises awareness and funds for cancer-related causes.

With approval from Town Supervisor Howard Phillips, the Town Board and the Chief of Police, participating officers will be putting down their razors for the month while supporting the charitable initiative.

Each participating officer will also make a personal donation to help support the effort.

The department encourages residents not to be surprised if they see officers sporting some extra facial hair throughout November, noting that it’s not a change in grooming standards but rather a way to show support for an important cause.

No-Shave November encourages participants to embrace their natural hair growth while raising awareness and funds for cancer research and support programs.

Police/Fire/EMS

Chestnut Ridge Middle School Bomb Threat Prompts Evacuation October 29, 2026

Published

6 days ago

October 30, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

Students and staff were evacuated from Chestnut Ridge Middle School on Thursday, October 29, 2026, following a reported bomb threat, according to the Ramapo Police Department.

Police said officers responded to the school at approximately 1:11 p.m. after receiving a report of a bomb threat. Students and staff were safely evacuated from the building and transported to an off-site location.

Multiple law enforcement agencies responded to assist with a search of the school. Explosive detection K-9 units from the Ramapo Police Department, Rockland County Sheriff’s Office, New York State Police, Town of Woodbury Police Department and Orange County Sheriff’s Office participated in the search.

The Rockland County Sheriff’s Office Bomb Disposal Unit also assisted at the scene.

No explosive devices were found during the search, police confirmed.

Emergency personnel from the South Spring Valley Fire Department, Monsey Fire Department and William P. Faist Volunteer Ambulance Corps were also staged at an off-site location and remained ready to respond if needed.

The Ramapo Police Department’s Investigations Division is continuing to investigate the incident, with assistance from the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Joint Terrorism Task Force.

Anyone with information related to the incident is asked to contact the Ramapo Police Department at 845-357-2400. Police said all calls will be kept confidential.