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The Artist Council Of Rockland Is Launching The Artists’ Support Fund

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The Arts Council of Rockland (ACOR) is excited to announce the launch of the 2025 Artists’ Support Fund (ASF), a grant program designed to provide direct financial assistance to practicing artists in Rockland County. This initiative underscores ACOR’s commitment to fostering a thriving artistic community by supporting the ongoing work of local talent.
The Artists’ Support Fund was created to recognize and address the financial challenges faced by
artists in Rockland County. Through this program, ACOR aims to empower artists by offering
grants to assist with various aspects of their creative practices. Eligible expenses include studio
or workshop rentals, supplies, equipment or instrument purchases or rentals, website
development, professional development, transportation, costumes, or emergencies related to an
artist’s work.
Eligibility Criteria:
• Be residents of Rockland County.
• Be members of the Arts Council of Rockland.
• Have an ongoing artistic practice in any discipline, including music, dance, visual art,
film/media, creative writing, poetry, and theater/performance.
• Have not received an Artists’ Support Fund grant for three grant cycles.
Application Details:
The application period for the 2025 Artists’ Support Fund is now open. Artists are encouraged to
submit their applications by March 1, 2025, at 11:59 PM. Successful applicants will be notified in
April 2025. No application fee is required, and grant funding requests must range between $250
and $500.
How to Apply:
The application form and guidelines are available on the Arts Council of Rockland’s official
website at www.artscouncilofrockland.org/artistssupportfund. To become a member of the Arts
Council of Rockland, visit www.artscouncilofrockland.org/become-a-member.

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Clarkstown Town Clerk Lauren Marie Wohl Launches Text Alerts for Tax Bill Updates

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August 9, 2026

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CLARKSTOWN, NY — Beginning with the new tax season on September 1, the Clarkstown Town Clerk’s Office will offer residents a new and convenient way to receive updates about their tax bills directly by text message.

Town Clerk Lauren Marie Wohl announced that residents can opt in to the service by texting “TAXINFO” to 845-644-6899.

Once a resident’s tax bill is ready, those enrolled will receive a text message containing a link. Residents can then enter their property address to view their tax bill and, if they choose, make a payment online.

The new text notification system does not replace traditional mailed tax bills. Residents who sign up for the service will continue to receive their regular tax bill in the mail. The text alerts are intended to provide an additional and more convenient way for residents to know when their bills are available and access their information.

“Residents asked for a simpler way to receive tax bill information, and I’m proud that we were able to make it happen,” Wohl said.

Residents with questions about the new service can contact the Clarkstown Town Clerk’s Office at 845-639-2010.

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Flock Cameras in Rockland County: Safety Tool or Privacy Concern?

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August 8, 2026

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Flock cameras have become an increasingly debated topic across the country, including here in Rockland County.

Flock cameras are automated license plate readers used by law enforcement to capture license plates and vehicle characteristics as vehicles pass by. Police can use the information to assist with investigations, including locating stolen vehicles, identifying vehicles associated with wanted suspects, helping find missing people and developing leads following crimes.

One of the cameras pictured is located outside The Shops at Nanuet in Clarkstown. A graphic from the website DeFlock also shows reported camera locations throughout the area.

Supporters say the technology can give police an important investigative tool and help solve crimes more quickly. Critics, however, have raised concerns about privacy and the collection of information about where people drive, even when they are not suspected of committing a crime.

The debate ultimately comes down to a question of public safety versus privacy.

What do you think? Are Flock cameras a valuable tool for law enforcement, or are they an intrusion on your privacy?

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