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Thiells-Roseville Fire District Breaks Ground on New Main Station

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THIELLS, NY – In a major step forward for public safety and emergency preparedness, the Thiells-Roseville Fire District held a groundbreaking ceremony on May 28, 2025, marking the official start of construction for its new main fire station (26-100). The long-anticipated project will provide state-of-the-art training facilities, modern equipment storage, and enhanced operational efficiency for the district’s dedicated volunteer firefighters.

Construction on the new firehouse will begin in June 2025, with an expected completion date of October 2026. The new site, recently acquired by the district, will serve as the central hub for fire and emergency response services in the Thiells Roseville area.

The project was made possible by the strong and continued support of local residents. District officials expressed deep appreciation to the community for their approval and encouragement throughout the planning process.

“We extend our sincere gratitude to the fire district residents for their unwavering support,” said fire district representatives. “This new facility will ensure that our volunteers have the tools, space, and training environment they need to continue serving with excellence.”

Once completed, the new Thiells Roseville Fire Station 26-100 will significantly improve emergency response capabilities and house the latest in fire service technology and training resources. The station will also provide ample space for equipment and apparatus, ensuring faster mobilization during critical incidents.

This investment reflects the district’s long-term commitment to protecting lives and property while supporting the volunteer firefighters who selflessly serve the community every day.

Photos by Thiells FD/CBS Photography

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Ramapo Police Halt Test of Advanced License Plate Reader Cameras

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Ramapo Police Chief Daniel Hyman announced that the department will not move forward with a planned test of a new generation of automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras, citing privacy concerns and the need to balance law enforcement technology with constitutional protections.

Hyman said the technology being considered goes beyond the department’s existing fixed license plate readers. While current cameras primarily capture license plates to help identify wanted or stolen vehicles and assist with criminal investigations, the newer systems include advanced investigative analytics and vehicle-identification capabilities.

“Those capabilities can provide tremendous value to law enforcement, but they also raise legitimate questions about privacy and the appropriate limits of government technology,” Hyman said.

Hyman emphasized that the decision does not affect the traditional fixed LPR cameras currently used by the Ramapo Police Department and does not represent a rejection of license plate reader technology overall.

Instead, he said the department is exercising caution because of the expanded capabilities of the newer systems.

“Our responsibility is to protect both” public safety and constitutional protections, Hyman said.

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Two Hospitalized After Crash on Kings Highway in Valley Cottage

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Emergency crews responded to a motor vehicle collision Sunday morning on Kings Highway, where two people were transported to the hospital.

Medic 5, RPS 8, Congers-Valley Cottage Ambulance and the Valley Cottage Fire Department responded to the scene.

Two patients were transported to Montefiore Nyack Hospital in stable condition.

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