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Rockland County Announces Upcoming Civil Service Exam for Correction Officer Positions – Apply by August 22

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ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – The Rockland County Department of Personnel has announced the upcoming Civil Service Exam for Correction Officer positions within the Rockland County Sheriff’s Office. Applications are now open, with a strict deadline of August 22, 2025.

This exam cycle marks a shift from the traditional written multiple-choice test. Instead, candidates will complete an online examination questionnaire designed to evaluate their education, training, and work experience—a format aimed at modernizing the hiring process and highlighting qualifications beyond test-taking skills.

Key Dates and Details:

– Application Deadline: August 22, 2025

– Online Questionnaire Submission Period: September 1 – September 30, 2025 (deadline is 11:59 p.m.)

– Physical Fitness Test: Scheduled for October 9, 2025

Qualified applicants will receive an email with detailed instructions and a secure link to complete the Training and Experience Questionnaire online during the submission period. This questionnaire will be a key factor in determining candidate eligibility and ranking.

In addition to the questionnaire, all candidates must pass a qualifying Physical Fitness Test, scheduled to take place on October 9, 2025, to be considered for appointment.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking a career in law enforcement and corrections to join the Rockland County Sheriff’s Office, which plays a critical role in public safety and the operation of correctional facilities in the county.

For full details, application materials, and exam announcements, interested applicants should visit the Rockland County Department of Personnel website or contact the office directly.

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Fight Outside Garnerville ShopRite Sparks Investigation After Gun Discharge

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The Town of Haverstraw Police Department is investigating a fight outside the ShopRite in Garnerville that resulted in an accidental gun discharge Sunday evening.

Police said officers responded to reports of a fight in progress at approximately 7:45 p.m. on May 24, 2026, in the parking lot of the ShopRite located at 56 West Ramapo Road.

Upon arrival, officers encountered two adult men on the Rosman Road side of the building. Both individuals sustained minor, non-life-threatening injuries during the altercation and were transported to local hospitals for evaluation. Authorities said both men were treated and later released.

According to the preliminary investigation, one of the men involved was an off-duty member of the New York City Police Department who was carrying a legally owned handgun at the time of the incident.

Police said that during the confrontation, the firearm was removed from the officer’s waistband, causing one round to discharge. The bullet did not strike either of the individuals involved or any bystanders.

Investigators also determined the dispute may have stemmed from allegations that the other man involved had been harassing the NYPD officer’s daughter. Authorities emphasized that the daughter and the other individual are acquaintances only and have never been involved in a domestic relationship.

The Town of Haverstraw Police Department said the investigation remains ongoing in coordination with the Rockland County District Attorney’s Office.

Anyone with information related to the incident is asked to contact the Town of Haverstraw Police Department Detective Bureau at (845) 354-1500.

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Tappan Firefighters Respond to Second Alarm House Fire in Northvale NJ

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Volunteer firefighters from Tappan responded to a major residential structure fire in Northvale, New Jersey, this past Wednesday afternoon after a second alarm was transmitted for a heavily involved home.

According to the Volunteer Fire Association of Tappan, the incident occurred at approximately 2:15 p.m. when crews were dispatched to assist mutual aid departments operating at the scene.

Members quickly staffed Engine 21-1502 and responded to Northvale within minutes. Upon arrival, Chief Neuendorf (21-1) coordinated with fire operations to establish a communication bridge between New York and New Jersey agencies.

Tappan firefighters checked in at the command post before being assigned interior operations alongside members of the Sparkill Fire Department to relieve initial attack crews already battling the blaze.

Officials said the main body of fire was successfully knocked down, and firefighters from multiple agencies worked together to conduct overhaul operations and locate remaining hot spots before the incident was placed under control.

Due to hot weather conditions, crews later rotated through EMS rehabilitation for hydration and medical monitoring before returning to New York.

Fire officials praised the coordinated efforts of all responding departments involved in the incident.

Assisting agencies included:

  • Northvale Fire Department
  • Norwood Fire Department
  • Old Tappan Volunteer Fire Department
  • Harrington Park Fire Department
  • Closter Fir

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