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U.S. Launches Military Strikes in Venezuela, Says President Nicolás Maduro Has Been Captured

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Washington, D.C. / Caracas — The United States carried out military strikes in Venezuela early Saturday morning, with U.S. officials saying the operation resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.

President Donald Trump announced the operation on social media, stating that U.S. special forces were involved and that Maduro and Flores were captured and flown out of the country. Explosions and aircraft activity were reported over Caracas before dawn.

U.S. officials said Maduro is being transported to New York, where he faces federal charges including narco-terrorism, based on longstanding indictments filed in the Southern District of New York.

Venezuelan officials condemned the action as a violation of sovereignty, while international reaction has been swift and divided. Some governments criticized the strikes, while others expressed concern about regional stability.

Details remain limited, and officials say the situation is still developing.

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Turn Food Scraps Into Compost with Rockland’s Recycling Program

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July 18, 2026

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After a summer barbecue or family gathering, those leftover food scraps don’t have to end up in the trash.

Rockland County is encouraging residents to join its Food Scrap Recycling Program, which diverts food waste from landfills and turns it into nutrient-rich compost.

Food scraps that end up in landfills produce methane, a potent greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change. By recycling items such as fruit and vegetable peels, coffee grounds, eggshells, and other food waste, residents can help reduce emissions while creating a valuable resource for agriculture and landscaping.

County officials say the program is easy to join and can make a meaningful difference in reducing a household’s environmental footprint.

From banana peels and watermelon rinds to leftovers from backyard cookouts, every bit of food waste recycled helps keep organic material out of landfills.

Residents interested in participating can learn more and sign up through the county’s Food Scrap Recycling Program.

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Rockland Health Department Issues Hudson River Recreation Update

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July 5, 2026

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The Rockland County Department of Health is advising residents that the Yonkers Wastewater Recovery Facility has been fully operational since July 3, while reminding the public to follow state health guidance when recreating on the Hudson River this holiday weekend.

According to the department, the New York State Department of Health and the Department of Environmental Conservation have been coordinating with Rockland and Westchester counties, New York City, and other partner agencies following the wastewater system disruption.

Health officials said residents should not drink untreated Hudson River water under any circumstances. They also advise against swimming or participating in activities that involve full-body immersion at beaches that remain closed.

However, officials said recreational activities involving partial contact with the water—including boating, kayaking, and fishing—are considered safe. Anglers are encouraged to review New York State Department of Health fish consumption advisories before eating their catch.

The Rockland County Department of Health said it will continue working with state and local agencies to monitor conditions.

 

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