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Rockland County Promotes Sustainability with Public Water Refill Stations

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🌱 Green Spotlight: Rockland County Expands Water Refill Stations! 💧

Thanks to the efforts of the Rockland County Division of Environmental Resources (RCDER) and the Environmental Management Council (RCEMC), new water bottle refill stations are now available in key public spaces throughout Rockland County! This initiative is part of the EMC’s Green Spotlight Initiative, celebrating local actions for a cleaner, more sustainable future.

These refill stations:
âś… Help reduce single-use plastic waste
âś… Make it easier to stay hydrated while enjoying parks and community spaces

Refill your reusable bottle at these locations:

  • Kennedy Dells County Park – 2 stations:

    • Near the entrance restrooms

    • Rear parking area (on the way to the dog run)

  • Clarkstown Town Hall

  • Orangetown Town Hall

  • Memorial Park in Nyack

  • Peck’s Pond Park & Community Center in West Haverstraw

đź‘Ź Kudos to Rockland County, the Towns of Clarkstown and Orangetown, and the Villages of Nyack and West Haverstraw for leading the way!

Let’s keep working together to build a greener Rockland. 💚

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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

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

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

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

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

âś… 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.

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

What To Do If You Suspect a Scam

đź“ž 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.

đź“‹ 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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