Government

TRAFFIC ALERT: SOUTHBOUND THRUWAY (I-87/I-287) IN ROCKLAND COUNTY TO FULLY CLOSE EARLY SATURDAY MORNING, SEPT. 9, FOR AT LEAST 16 HOURS TO FACILITATE EMERGENCY BRIDGE REPAIRS

Published

1 year ago

September 8, 2023

The New York State Police and the New York State Thruway Authority today announced that the southbound lanes of the Thruway (I-87/1-287) from exit 12 in West Nyack to exit 9 in Tarrytown, including the Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge (Tappan Zee Bridge) in Rockland County will fully shut down to traffic early Saturday morning to safely remove a severely damaged portion of the South Broadway overpass in South Nyack, which was struck by an over height tractor trailer on August 31.

The overpass is currently closed to vehicle traffic. Following multiple inspections this week, Thruway and consulting engineers determined that two damaged girders should be removed and other work completed to stabilize the overpass.

All southbound lanes south of exit 12 (West Nyack – NY Route 303 – Palisades Center Drive) and over the GMMCB will be closed after 12:01 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, and are not expected to fully reopen until later that afternoon or early evening depending on the operation.

Motorists are strongly advised to avoid the area beginning Friday night and take alternate routes on Saturday.

The southbound lanes will reopen after Thruway engineers determine the overpass is safe.

Variable Message Signs on the Thruway and surrounding highways are advising motorists to avoid the area.

Here’s what motorists and residents should expect starting Friday night:

At 8 p.m. Friday, one southbound lane near exit 10 (Nyack – South Nyack – US Route 9W) will be closed, leaving three travel lanes.

At 11 p.m. Friday, three southbound lanes near exit 10 will be closed, leaving only one travel lane open. Traffic delays will be significant.

After 11 p.m. Friday, the entrance ramps to the southbound Thruway at exits 10, 11 (Nyack), 12 and 13 (Palisades Interstate Parkway) will begin to close.

After 12:01 a.m. Saturday, all southbound lanes will be closed and all traffic will be diverted to exit 12 in West Nyack.

All day Saturday – work will continue on the overpass and highway below followed by the cleanup.

Travel lanes will open as soon as safely possible.
Travel lanes in the northbound direction will remain open throughout the work; the northbound left lane near the work zone will be closed.

The Authority is working with state, county and local authorities on this operation, which will take place rain or shine. Info via New York State Police

Community

Rockland Repair Café Residents Can Bring Broken Items To Be Fixed For Free

Published

4 days ago

November 19, 2024

Rockland Report Admin

This event brings together skilled volunteer Repair Coaches and residents seeking to repair household items. Participants are invited to bring items such as lamps, clothing, small appliances, wooden items, small furniture, toys, and electronics for evaluation and repair.

Items powered by gas engines (e.g., lawn mowers, chainsaws, and other gas-powered landscaping equipment) are not eligible for repair. Additionally, computers and digital devices will not be repaired at this event.

Repair Coaches will evaluate and fix items for free, provided the necessary materials are on hand. These talented volunteers are eager to share their expertise, preserving the art of repair while fostering community connections.

“The ability to fix and repair items is becoming a lost art,” said County Executive Ed Day. “The Repair Café not only celebrates this essential skill but also encourages its transfer to the younger generation, ensuring these talents continue to thrive in Rockland County. Events like this reduce landfill waste, foster sustainability, and strengthen our community ties.”

The Rockland Repair Café is a free, youth-friendly event made possible through the support of Rockland Conservation & Service Corps, a program of the Rockland County Youth Bureau, along with Rockland Green, Pearl River United Methodist Church, and the Pearl River Library. Volunteer Repair Coaches from Woodcraft & Willow and IBEW LU 363 will also participate.

For more information, or to confirm if a Repair Coach can fix your item, please call Kathy Galione at (845) 364-2932, or email [email protected].

When: Saturday, November 23rd, 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Where: Pearl River United Methodist Church, 130 Franklin Avenue, Pearl River, NY

Government

UPDATE: Brush Fire At Rockland Lake

Published

5 days ago

November 18, 2024

Rockland Report Admin

George Hoehmann, Town Supervisor Clarkstown has provided an update as of 11:45AM, Sunday November 17th on the brush fire in Rockland Lake State Park along the Hudson River. Numerous fire departments are on scene including Rockland Lake, Congers Fire Department, Valley Cottage Fire Department 22, Nyack, Piermont Fire Department as well as the Clarkstown Police Department battling the blaze. The location of the fire is difficult to access water is being supplied by fireboats from the river and I am informed that the fire is being contained. The photo from the police drone unit demonstrate the area affected. We will post updates as the situation evolves.