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Rockland County High School Student Raises Money for the Homeless

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Nyack, Sparkill & Piermont, NY – Charlie Bieger, a Tappan Zee High School junior, has created a business selling t-shirts and hoodies designed to combat homelessness. He specifically designed a line of clothing where he donates 100% of profits to the Nyack Homeless Project.

Charlie started his online business, CBX Apparel, https://www.cbxapparel.com  before the pandemic at 13 years old and has since grown its reach to the Piermont Farmers Market and local clothing stores like The Editor in Nyack. Charlie has raised several hundred dollars for the Nyack Homeless Project and plans to continue. He is working to increase his reach and gain support from customers worldwide.

In addition, to help struggling Rockland County families this winter, Charlie came up with the idea to collect donated coats when he is selling at in-person events like farmers markets and delivers them to the non-profit TOUCH NY to be distributed to those in need. People who donate gently used winter items will receive a $5-$10 discount on Charlie’s apparel that he sells at the Piermont Farmers Market. The goal is to encourage donations and create awareness of the need in our community.

Charlie says, “I think my drive to help stems from my early childhood growing up in Brooklyn. While these issues are certainly more noticeable in New York City, there is a great need in Rockland County that is often overlooked. My goal has always been to create a business and products that positively impact those around me rather than maximizing profit.”

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D-Day Remembrance Day: Honoring the Allied Invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944

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On June 6, 1944, Allied forces launched D-Day (Normandy landings), part of Operation Overlord — the massive amphibious assault on Nazi-occupied France along the beaches of Normandy.

It became one of the largest and most consequential military operations of World War II, involving thousands of ships, aircraft, and ground troops from multiple Allied nations. The landings took place across five beaches — Omaha, Utah, Gold, Juno, and Sword — in a coordinated effort that would shape the course of the war in Europe.

The operation marked a decisive turning point, eventually leading to the liberation of Western Europe from Nazi control. The fighting on D-Day came at a tremendous cost, with thousands of soldiers killed or wounded on the first day alone.

Today, D-Day is remembered not only as a major military milestone, but as a moment defined by extraordinary courage, sacrifice, and unity among ordinary people called to an extraordinary mission.

                       We honor and remember those who never made it home.

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Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones from Scams | Senior Fraud Prevention Tips

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Scammers often target older adults by pretending to be family members, government agencies, banks, healthcare providers, or technical support representatives. Their goal is to create panic, gain trust, and convince victims to send money or provide personal information.

Common Scams Targeting Seniors

• Grandparent scams involving fake emergencies and urgent requests for money

• Tech support scams claiming your computer has a virus or security problem

• Fake IRS, Social Security, Medicare, or law enforcement calls

• Lottery and sweepstakes scams promising prizes in exchange for fees

• Romance scams through social media, dating websites, and messaging apps

• Bank fraud and account compromise scams

• Investment and cryptocurrency scams promising guaranteed returns

Protect Yourself

✅ Never send money, gift cards, cryptocurrency, or wire transfers to someone you do not know or have not verified.

✅ Verify any urgent request by contacting a trusted family member, friend, or organization directly using a known phone number.

✅ Never provide personal, banking, Medicare, or Social Security information over the phone unless you initiated the contact and trust the recipient.

✅ Be cautious of callers who pressure you to act immediately, threaten consequences, or demand secrecy.

✅ Legitimate government agencies, financial institutions, and law enforcement organizations generally do not demand immediate payment by gift card, cryptocurrency, wire transfer, or other unconventional payment methods.

✅ If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

What To Do If You Suspect a Scam

📞 Hang up the phone or end the communication.

🛑 Stop responding to calls, texts, emails, or messages from the suspected scammer.

👨‍👩‍👧 Contact a trusted family member, friend, or caregiver.

📋 Report the incident to your local law enforcement agency, financial institution, or the appropriate consumer protection authorities.

Working together, we can help protect our community from fraud and scams. Stay informed, stay alert, and share this information with family, friends, and neighbors.

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