Press Releases
Statement from Rockland County Legislators
Statement from all Rockland County Legislators on the events of July 13, 2024
07/13/2024
County Warns Residents Of Crooked Contractors
County Executive Ed Day and Consumer Protection Director Kim Von Ronn are urging Rockland residents to be aware of crooked contractors scamming homeowners.
07/11/2024 5:00 AM
Legislator Wieder: Kennedy Park A Vibrant Space For Children And Their Families
Rockland County Legislators, Spring Valley Trustees, neighbors and a host of very happy children celebrated the opening of a new park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, ice cream and pizza for the kids, a chance to try out the spectacular new playground.
07/11/2024
County Launches Leave-Behind Narcan Project
Rockland County Executive Ed Day, Department of Mental Health’s Acting Commissioner Dr. Susan Hoerter, and Coordinator of Substance Abuse Services Janet Sliva are pleased to announce the implementation of Leave-Behind Narcan Project, a partnership response with Rockland Paramedic Services.
07/10/2024 10:43 AM
Rockland County Launches TOR Ferry Connection Bus to serve Weekend Ferry
The bus service will provide connecting transit service for Metro-North Hudson Line customers who travel to Haverstraw via the Haverstraw-Ossining Weekend Ferry.
07/02/2024 1:06 PM
Be Safe in the Water this Summer!
Summer is here, and with it comes plenty of fun times spent in the water. Unfortunately drowning can happen to anyone in seconds, any time around water. The Rockland County Department of Health recommends you follow these important tips from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)...
07/02/2024 10:07 AM
Rockland County Announces Transit Schedule Changes for Independence Day
The Rockland County Department of Public Transportation has announced transit schedules for Thursday, July 4, Independence Day. TOR will operate Sunday schedules on Routes #59, 91, 92, 93 and Loop 3, with no service on Routes # 94, 95 and 97, and regular weekday service on Loops #1 and 2.
06/30/2024 7:41 PM
West Nile Virus Detected in Rockland County Mosquitoes
Rockland County Department of Health announces the first pool, or group, of mosquitoes tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV) this year. It was confirmed by the New York State Department of Health.
06/24/2024 1:28 PM
Health Department Offers Free Rabies Shots for Cats, Dogs, And Ferrets on Sunday, July 14, 2024, 9 am – 12 pm
The Rockland County Department of Health announces free rabies shots (vaccinations) for cats, dogs, and ferrets belonging to Rockland residents on Sunday, July 14, 2024, from 9 am – 12 pm at the Rockland County Fire Training Center, 35 Firemens Memorial Drive in Pomona.
06/21/2024 9:32 AM
Legislators Stilley, Davidson & Earl Recognize Longtime Head Start Executive Director
The Rockland County Legislature honored longtime child educator and administrator Ouida Foster Toutebon, who has served as Executive Director of Head Start of Rockland for nearly two decades.
06/21/2024
Legislators Earl & Stilley: Juneteenth Celebrates Freedom And Reminds Us Of The Ongoing Need To Make Changes
Rockland County Legislators Toney L. Earl and Dana G. Stilley said that while Juneteenth is certainly a day to celebrate, it is also a day to refocus attention on the work that still needs to be done.
06/19/2024
Keep Your Cool in the Heat and Humidity
With hot weather and humidity in the forecast, the Rockland County Department of Health urges residents to take simple steps to stay cool and help prevent heat-related illnesses.
06/17/2024 10:05 AM
Legislator Wolfe: Geoff Welch’s Many Contributions Will Never Be Forgotten
The contributions of longtime Ramapo resident Geoff Welch number so high, that they can never be forgotten, Rockland County Legislature Majority Leader Alden H. Wolfe said.
06/17/2024
Legislator Friedman: Coach USA Bankruptcy Cannot Leave Rockland Commuters Without Bus Service
Rockland County Legislator Joel Friedman is urging Coach USA to ensure that local residents who commute into and from New York City, New Jersey and elsewhere are not left stranded by the company’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing.
06/14/2024
County Legislature Appoints Two To RCC Board
Members of the Rockland County Legislature’s bipartisan Multi-Services Committee voted unanimously to appoint two new members to the Rockland Community College Board of Trustees. The measure is expected to be adopted by the full board when it next meets on Tuesday, June 18.
06/13/2024 5:34 PM
Legislators Paul, Davidson & Stilley Recognize Residents For Their Personal Achievements & Community Contributions
The Rockland County Legislature honored five local residents for their personal achievements and contributions to the community during a recognition ceremony led by Legislature Vice Chairwoman Aney Paul and County Legislators Beth Davidson and Dana G. Stilley.
06/13/2024 4:35 PM
County Housing Loan Fund Now Accepting Applications
Rockland County Executive Ed Day, County Legislature Chairman Jay Hood Jr., and Community Development Director Alexandra S. Obremski, are proud to announce the County’s Housing Loan Fund is live and accepting applications.
06/13/2024 2:51 PM
County Housing Loan Fund Now Accepting Applications
Rockland County Executive Ed Day, County Legislature Chairman Jay Hood Jr., and Community Development Director Alexandra S. Obremski, are proud to announce the County’s Housing Loan Fund is live and accepting applications.
06/13/2024 2:51 PM
Get Tested for HIV: Take the Test, Take Control!
In observance of National Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Testing Day, the Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) is offering free and confidential rapid HIV tests.
06/13/2024 12:52 PM
EMC Earth Day Contest Winners Announced
County Executive Ed Day and the Division of Environmental Resources presented the annual Environmental Management Council (EMC) 5th Grade Creative Arts Contest winners Wednesday.
06/13/2024 9:46 AM