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Rockland County Students Honored for Completing Summer Reading Program

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Rockland County, NY — A group of engaged and motivated young readers were recognized by Rockland County Legislature Vice Chair Dr. Aney Paul during a special ceremony held in the Legislative Chambers. The students successfully completed Dr. Paul’s Summer Reading Program, which challenges participants to read a minimum of five books over the summer and submit a brief description of each.

Each student received a certificate acknowledging their dedication to reading and their commitment to continued learning beyond the classroom.

“Reading and books are lifelong tools that serve as a passport to the larger world and allow the development of a richer self and a successful future,” said Dr. Paul, a passionate advocate for literacy and lifelong learning.

Experts at the University of Rochester’s Warner School of Education emphasize the importance of summer reading, noting that students can lose significant reading skills when school is out of session. Maintaining a reading habit during the summer months helps students retain and even enhance their literacy, while also improving concentration, general knowledge, and cognitive development.

Congratulations to this year’s Summer Reading Program participants:

Helena Sunny, Elisheba Sunny, Anjani Patel, Zaira Nirappath, Ethan Nirappath, Isaac Nirappath, Naomy Sebastian, Neon Vettath, Jaden Chacko, Jaimy Sebastian, Bailey Darden, Janelle Campbell, Neva Vettath, Noel Vettath, Maxwell Milton, Dante Milton, Samuel Jacob, Stephen Jacob, and Simon Jacob.

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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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