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Rockland County Legislature Announces The Recipients Of Tourism Grants

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The Rockland County Legislature congratulates the recipients of this year’s Rockland County Tourism Grants! Tourism plays an important role in Rockland’s overall economy, encouraging residents and visitors from outside our county to enjoy our restaurants, museums and arts offerings, while contributing to our economic base in the process. This year, a total of $316,000 will go to 30 organizations dedicated to promoting Rockland County as a premier destination. All awardees must meet certain criteria and then show they met the goals they set.
Here are the recipients:
Rockland Rowing: $8,000
Visit Nyack: $30,000
United Latin Festival: $8,000
Friends of Orangetown: $5,000
Haverstraw Brick Museum: $8,000
Suffern Chamber: $10,000
The Angel Nyack: $9,000
Rockland Fashion Week: $4,000
Rockland Music Festival: $10,000
Garner Industrial: $20,000
Round Table Brewery: $10,000
Rockland Pride Center: $5,000
India Cultural Arts Society: $6,000
Phoenix Theatre Ensemble: $8,000
Penguin Players: $15,250
Rockland Center for the Arts: $12,500
RCC Hospitality & Culinary Arts: $12,000
ArtsRock: $11,000
BRIDGEMUSIK: $2,000
Chiku Awali: $5,000
Gran Fondo: $8,000
Hopper House: $15,000
NY Boulders: $15,000
Holocaust Museum: $15,000
Rockland Historical Society: $5,000
Haverstraw River Arts: $8,000
Haverstraw African American Connection: $15,000
Emotions Theatre: $5,000
Nanuet Chamber: $12,000
Friends of Harmony Hall: $20,000
County Executive Ed Day and Director of Economic Development and Tourism Jenna Nazario announced the grants during a special gathering.
Go here for details: https://bit.ly/4jLO9CT
More info on the criteria used to determine grant recipients: https://explorerocklandny.com/tourism-grant-application

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Rockland County District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II A Lifetime of Service and Pride in His Heritage

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March 20, 2025

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Rockland County Legislator Paul Cleary expressed that if the ancestors of District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II could see him today, they would be incredibly proud of his dedication and achievements. Born in the Bronx and a graduate of Congers Elementary and Clarkstown High School, Walsh has committed his life to law enforcement. After earning his law degree from St. John’s University School of Law, he became a practicing lawyer in 1976. He was elected Haverstraw Village Justice in 1983 and, over the past 42 years, has served in judicial positions at the Town, County, and State levels.

Walsh takes great pride in his Irish heritage, having traveled extensively in Ireland, including visiting his grandmother Rose Devine Leonard’s cottage in Ballinagh, County Cavan, as well as touring the Irish Supreme Court. In addition to his professional work, he is an active member of the Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick and Division 3 of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, along with several bar associations. He has also been involved with the American Red Cross in Rockland, serving on its Board of Directors.

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Harckham’s $50,000 Grant Helps Stony Point FD Enhance Firefighter Safety

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March 15, 2025

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New York State Senator Pete Harckham announced today that the Stony Point Fire District has been awarded a $50,000 state grant for the purchase and maintenance of critical firefighter turnout gear, including specialized equipment designed for combating wildfires, all of which will help ensure the safety and effectiveness of the town’s first responders.

Harckham has so far secured a total of $3.1 million in grant funding for the Town of Stony Point, North Rockland schools, libraries and non-profit organizations serving the community since the town became part of the 40th Senate District in 2022.

The grant will enable the Fire District to equip its firefighters with modern, high-quality turnout gear, which includes protective clothing such as jackets, pants, helmets, and boots. A portion of the funding is earmarked specifically for specialized wildfire gear, designed to withstand the intense heat and rugged conditions of wildland firefighting. This investment ensures that firefighters are prepared to respond to a wide range of emergencies, from structure fires to the growing threat of wildfires in the region.

“On behalf of the Stony Point Fire District, we extend our gratitude to Senator Harckham for securing this critical funding,” said Kevin Huslinger, chair of the Stony Point Fire District Board of Commissioners. “This grant will allow us to outfit our firefighters with the latest protective gear, including specialized equipment for wildfires, which is essential as we work to keep our community safe in an ever-changing environment. Senator Harckham’s support strengthens our ability to serve and protect.”

Stony Point Fire Chief Kurt Mulligan added, “With this new gear, our firefighters can face both structure fires and wildfires with the appropriate safety equipment, each of which is designed for the specific nature of those calls. It’s not just about equipment—it’s about bringing our team home safely after every call. We’re incredibly thankful for this investment in our district and fire company members.”

[Attached photo: State Sen. Pete Harckham with Robert Sullivan, vice chair of the Stony Point Fire District Board of Commissioners. Credit: Office of State Sen. Pete Harckham / James Persons]

 

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