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October 27, 2025

County Warming Center Opens Nov. 1st

October 9, 2025

Help Shape Rockland’s Future: Attend County Comprehensive Plan Fall Workshops

November 12, 2025

Three Measles Cases Confirmed in Rockland

Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) Commissioner Dr. Mary Leahy advises residents that Rockland has confirmed 3 new cases of the measles.

November 7, 2025

County Announces Distribution Plan for $2 Million in Emergency Food Assistance

On Friday, the County of Rockland finalized the $2 million Emergency Food Assistance plan with the Regional Food Bank in response to the lapse of federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.

November 6, 2025

Public Transportation Schedules for Veterans Day

The Rockland County Department of Public Transportation will operate regular service on Transport of Rockland (TOR) buses on Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11. TRIPS paratransit service will offer ADA service only.

November 5, 2025

Rockland County Marks 14 Years of Collaboration with Local Wendy’s

County Executive Ed Day and Deputy Commissioner of Social Services Monica Leahy-Kastner announce that the Rockland County Dept. of Social Services’ (RCDSS) Children’s Services Unit will join with local Wendy’s locations in Nanuet and West Haverstraw on Nov. 19th to celebrate National Adoption Month.

November 3, 2025

County Executive Ed Day Authorizes $2 Million in Emergency Food Funding Amid Federal SNAP Suspension

October 30, 2025

County Urges Monetary Donations to Food Pantries, Launching Countywide Food Drive

October 30, 2025

Daylight Saving Time Ends on Sunday, November 2nd

The Rockland County Department of Health reminds residents that daylight saving time will end at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 2.

October 29, 2025

USDA Changes SNAP Work Requirements for Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs)

October 28, 2025

County Participating in Operation Green Light, Illuminating Buildings Nov 4-11 for Veterans

In tribute to veterans, the County of Rockland’s Allison-Parris Building on New Hempstead Rd. in New City and Building A in the Pomona Health Complex off Route 45 is lit green for the fifth anniversary of Operation Green Light from November 4th through the 11th.

October 27, 2025

Rockland Department of Health Reminds Residents of Safety Tips for a Safe and Fun Halloween!

As Halloween approaches, the Rockland County Department of Health reminds families to prioritize safety while enjoying this festive time of year.

October 24, 2025

Second Case of Measles Confirmed in Rockland County this Year

Rockland County Health Commissioner Dr. Mary Leahy advises residents that another case of measles has been confirmed in a Rockland County resident. This new case is not connected to the previous measles case in August.

October 20, 2025

County’s School Bus Safety Program Sees 30% Drop in Violations in 2024-25 School Year

October 17, 2025

County Withholds CHPE PILOT Agreement Until Funds Provided For Businesses & Residents

October 17, 2025

Protect Your Family This National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, Oct. 19-25

For National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, October 19th through October 25th, the Rockland County Department of Health’s Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPPP) is raising awareness about the dangers of lead exposure.

October 16, 2025

Court Upholds Moving Local Races to Even-Numbered Years

October 16, 2025

PrEP Yourself: Stay Ahead of HIV

The Rockland County Department of Health is proud to participate in PrEP Aware Week from October 19th through the 25th, dedicated to increasing public awareness about PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis), who it’s for, and how to access it.

October 10, 2025

COLUMBUS DAY TRANSIT SCHEDULES IN ROCKLAND

On Columbus Day – Monday, October 13, Transport of Rockland (TOR) buses will operate regular weekday service. TRIPS paratransit buses will operate ADA service only. Regular TRIPS service will not operate.

October 8, 2025

County Executive Ed Day Awards Roxanne Watson With Key to the County