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Ramapo Police Share Safety Tips Following Summer Bear Sightings

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As warmer weather continues, the Town of Ramapo Police Department is reminding residents that black bear sightings are possible and urging the public to keep a safe distance if they encounter one.

Bears are more active during the warmer months as they search for food and water. While seeing a bear can be surprising, officials stress that the animals are typically not aggressive if left alone.

If you encounter a bear, the Ramapo Police Department recommends:

  • Give the bear plenty of space.
  • Do not approach the animal or attempt to take photos or selfies.
  • Do not chase the bear or try to scare it away.
  • If the bear poses an immediate threat to people or public safety, call 911.

Residents are also encouraged to secure garbage, remove outdoor food sources, and keep pets under control to help reduce unwanted encounters with wildlife.

As temperatures rise, police remind everyone to stay hydrated, stay aware of their surroundings, and remember that people aren’t the only ones seeking relief from the summer heat.

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Stony Point Police Department Construction May Limit Public Access

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4 weeks ago

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August 25, 2026

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Construction is underway at the Stony Point Police Department, where improvements to the station’s entrance and surrounding walkways are expected to temporarily affect public access.

The project includes replacing the department’s front steps and entrance area, along with sections of the surrounding sidewalks. During construction, access to the station lobby and police desk may be limited or difficult.

Residents who need police services or assistance are encouraged to call the Stony Point Police Department at 845-786-2422. An officer will assist callers and provide further direction.

Anyone experiencing an emergency should continue to call 911.

Police officials thanked residents for their patience and cooperation as the construction work is completed.

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Ramapo Police Halt Test of Advanced License Plate Reader Cameras

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August 11, 2026

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Ramapo Police Chief Daniel Hyman announced that the department will not move forward with a planned test of a new generation of automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras, citing privacy concerns and the need to balance law enforcement technology with constitutional protections.

Hyman said the technology being considered goes beyond the department’s existing fixed license plate readers. While current cameras primarily capture license plates to help identify wanted or stolen vehicles and assist with criminal investigations, the newer systems include advanced investigative analytics and vehicle-identification capabilities.

“Those capabilities can provide tremendous value to law enforcement, but they also raise legitimate questions about privacy and the appropriate limits of government technology,” Hyman said.

Hyman emphasized that the decision does not affect the traditional fixed LPR cameras currently used by the Ramapo Police Department and does not represent a rejection of license plate reader technology overall.

Instead, he said the department is exercising caution because of the expanded capabilities of the newer systems.

“Our responsibility is to protect both” public safety and constitutional protections, Hyman said.

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