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Tappan Firefighters Aid Old Tappan Second-Alarm Fire, Blaze Controlled in 90 Minutes

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A second-alarm structure fire in Old Tappan was brought under control Tuesday morning following a coordinated response from multiple fire departments, including mutual aid from Volunteer Fire Association of Tappan.

At approximately 7:00 a.m., Tappan firefighters were initially dispatched to relocate an engine to the Old Tappan Fire Department headquarters while crews there were operating at the scene of a working fire. While en route, the assignment was upgraded by Bergen County Fire Dispatch, and Tappan’s Engine 21-1502 was redirected directly to the incident.

Upon arrival, firefighters reported to the command post and were assigned to assist crews operating at the rear of the residence. As operations progressed, Tappan personnel were later reassigned to serve as the FAST (Firefighter Assist and Search Team), a critical safety role focused on firefighter rescue.

Firefighters were able to knock down the main body of fire, and overhaul operations began shortly afterward. The incident was placed under control at approximately 8:30 a.m.

Officials credited the quick containment to a strong mutual aid response and coordinated efforts among all departments on scene.

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

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November 2, 2026

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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.

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

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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.

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