Police/Fire/EMS

Storm Update: Clarkstown Power Outages and Flooding Close Roads Across Town

Published

3 months ago

August 7, 2026

Clarkstown Supervisor George Hoehmann reported that as of 9:45 p.m., Aug. 7, 2026 — Nearly 1,000 customers in the Town of Clarkstown remain without power as heavy weather caused widespread outages, flooding and downed trees across the area.

According to Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc., 997 customers were without power in Clarkstown as of 9:45 p.m., while 1,992 customers were without power countywide.

The majority of the Clarkstown outages were reported in West Nyack, including the Palisades Center Mall and much of downtown West Nyack, stretching from Van Houten Fields through the hamlet center and toward the library. Additional outages were reported in Central Nyack and Nanuet.

O&R has deployed additional crews to assist with restoration efforts. Officials said more than 500 customers had their power restored during the previous 20 minutes, indicating steady progress.

Flooding Forces Multiple Road Closures

Flooding has also forced the closure of several major roads throughout Clarkstown and surrounding areas.

The following roads were reported closed due to flooding:

Route 59 in West Nyack near the Palisades Center Mall — both directions
Route 303 near the Motor Lodge and Bobby Lane
Route 59 westbound in Nanuet near Kohl’s and Upper Depew Avenue

Officials also reported approximately a dozen additional roads with trees down, resulting in partial closures. Highway crews have been deployed to clear the affected roadways.

Motorists are urged to avoid flooded roads and never attempt to drive through standing or moving water. Conditions can change quickly, and additional closures may occur.

Police/Fire/EMS

Haverstraw Police Join No-Shave November to Support Cancer Awareness 2026

Published

3 days ago

November 2, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

Residents may notice a few more beards among the officers of the Town of Haverstraw Police Department this November, and it’s all for a good cause.

The department announced that officers are participating in No-Shave November, an annual campaign that raises awareness and funds for cancer-related causes.

With approval from Town Supervisor Howard Phillips, the Town Board and the Chief of Police, participating officers will be putting down their razors for the month while supporting the charitable initiative.

Each participating officer will also make a personal donation to help support the effort.

The department encourages residents not to be surprised if they see officers sporting some extra facial hair throughout November, noting that it’s not a change in grooming standards but rather a way to show support for an important cause.

No-Shave November encourages participants to embrace their natural hair growth while raising awareness and funds for cancer research and support programs.

Police/Fire/EMS

Chestnut Ridge Middle School Bomb Threat Prompts Evacuation October 29, 2026

Published

6 days ago

October 30, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

Students and staff were evacuated from Chestnut Ridge Middle School on Thursday, October 29, 2026, following a reported bomb threat, according to the Ramapo Police Department.

Police said officers responded to the school at approximately 1:11 p.m. after receiving a report of a bomb threat. Students and staff were safely evacuated from the building and transported to an off-site location.

Multiple law enforcement agencies responded to assist with a search of the school. Explosive detection K-9 units from the Ramapo Police Department, Rockland County Sheriff’s Office, New York State Police, Town of Woodbury Police Department and Orange County Sheriff’s Office participated in the search.

The Rockland County Sheriff’s Office Bomb Disposal Unit also assisted at the scene.

No explosive devices were found during the search, police confirmed.

Emergency personnel from the South Spring Valley Fire Department, Monsey Fire Department and William P. Faist Volunteer Ambulance Corps were also staged at an off-site location and remained ready to respond if needed.

The Ramapo Police Department’s Investigations Division is continuing to investigate the incident, with assistance from the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Joint Terrorism Task Force.

Anyone with information related to the incident is asked to contact the Ramapo Police Department at 845-357-2400. Police said all calls will be kept confidential.