Police/Fire/EMS

Service for Tappan FD Life Member Franklin H. Knower Jr

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Published

6 years ago

September 12, 2020

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TAPPAN, NY – Service for Tappan Fire Department Life Member Franklin H. Knower Jr..

Over his nearly 52 years with the Volunteer Fire Association of Tappan, Frank served as Financial Secretary, Vice President, President, Captain of the Fire Police, and Lay Chaplain.

Frank’s dedication to the fire service extended beyond Tappan, and he maintained an active role in the RCVFA (Past President), HVVFA (Past President & Former Director), NYS Fire Service Council and NYS Fire Chaplains Association (Past President) until his health no longer allowed it.

Video from September 12, 2020.

Police/Fire/EMS

Clarkstown Police Department Promotes Kevin McCahey to Sergeant

Published

12 hours ago

June 3, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

The Clarkstown Police Department has announced the promotion of Kevin McCahey to the rank of Sergeant.

McCahey began his law enforcement career with the New York City Police Department in January 2015 before joining the Clarkstown Police Department in 2018.

During his tenure in Clarkstown, McCahey has served as a member of the Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT), a field training officer, and a drill instructor at the police academy. His experience and leadership have played an important role in training and mentoring fellow officers.

As Sergeant, McCahey will be assigned to the Patrol Division, where he will continue serving and protecting the Clarkstown community.

Department officials congratulated Sgt. McCahey on his well-deserved promotion and wished him continued success in his new role.

Police/Fire/EMS

Rockland Paramedic Services Earns American Heart Association EMS Award

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1 day ago

June 3, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

Rockland Paramedic Services has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline EMS Bronze Achievement Award for its commitment to delivering rapid, evidence-based care to patients experiencing severe heart attacks and strokes.

The award recognizes EMS agencies that excel in providing lifesaving prehospital care and ensuring patients receive timely treatment before arriving at the hospital.

“Rockland Paramedic Services is honored to be recognized by the American Heart Association for our dedication to providing optimal care for heart attack patients,” said Executive Director Tim Egan.

Mission: Lifeline is the American Heart Association’s national initiative aimed at improving outcomes for patients with time-sensitive cardiovascular and stroke emergencies through coordinated care between EMS providers and hospitals.

Rockland Paramedic Services operates as a nonprofit Advanced Life Support provider in Rockland County, responding alongside local volunteer ambulance corps to medical emergencies throughout the county. The organization is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art equipment, advanced training, and lifesaving medical care to residents when every second counts.