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May 8, 2026
Regan Development Corporation and Rockland Housing Action Coalition Selected to Redevelop Sain Building
County Executive Ed Day and outgoing Director of Community Development Alexandra Obremski announce Regan Development and Rockland Housing Action Coalition (RHAC) were selected to redevelop the roughly 3.69-acre Sain Building site at 18 New Hempstead Road, New City.
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July 16, 2026
Rockland County Department of Health Issues Health Alert Due to Canadian and Midwestern Wildfires
The Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) is urging residents to take precautions to protect their health due to wildfire smoke from parts of Canada and Northern Minnesota, which continues to impact air quality across the region.
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July 15, 2026
Health Department Celebrates World Breastfeeding Week August 1 – 7
The Rockland County Department of Health invites families to celebrate World Breastfeeding Week by attending the free annual Live, Love, Latch! BYO Basket Picnic on Wednesday, August 5th, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Haverstraw Bay Park, 21 Gagan Road, Haverstraw.
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July 15, 2026
Rockland County Youth Bureau Now Accepting Applications for Youth Development Program Funding
Rockland County Youth Bureau is now accepting Concept Papers from nonprofits, municipalities, and community-based organizations who wish to apply for 2026-2027 Youth Development Program (YDP) funds.
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July 13, 2026
Stay Cool, Stay Safe: Prevent Drowning this Summer
As temperatures rise and families head to pools, lakes, rivers, and beaches, the Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) reminds residents that water safety should be a top priority all summer long.
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July 8, 2026
Protect Yourself from Scams
Join the Rockland County Office for the Aging for a presentation about SilverShield. Learn how this free service can help identify suspicious texts, emails, phone calls, and more. Registration required. For Rockland County residents age 60 and over.
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July 8, 2026
Latest County Chronicle Now Available
County Executive Ed Day is proud to announce the summer edition of the Rockland County Chronicle is now available.
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July 4, 2026
UPDATE to Public Health Advisory: County Health Officials Advise Against Swimming in the Hudson River Due to Prior Sewage Leak
The Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) is informing residents that the Yonkers Wastewater Recovery Facility has been fully operational since July 3rd.
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July 3, 2026
Rockland Reports First West Nile Virus-Positive Mosquitoes of the Season
The Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) announces that the New York State Department of Health has confirmed the first mosquito pool, or group of mosquitoes, to test positive for West Nile Virus (WNV) in Rockland County this season.
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July 3, 2026
Public Health Advisory: County Health Officials Advise Against Recreational Activities on the Hudson River Due to Sewage Leak
The Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) is urging residents to avoid contact with the Hudson River shoreline in Rockland County due to an ongoing sewage discharge from the Yonkers Sewage Treatment System.
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July 2, 2026
County Strengthens Public Assistance Safeguards with New DSS Leadership
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July 2, 2026
Rockland County Department of Health Urges Residents to Stay Safe During Extreme Heat
The Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) urges residents to take precautions during periods of extreme heat and humidity. Hot weather can cause serious health problems, including heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
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July 1, 2026
Moving Forward Newsletter: July - August 2026
The Rockland County Office for the Aging’s July/August Moving Forward newsletter is out! It features the 2026 Farmers’ Market schedule, plus tips on nutrition, summer heat safety, identity theft protection, and more.
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July 1, 2026
Senior Farmers' Market Coupons Now Available
Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program coupons are now available through the Office for the Aging! Eligible Rockland County residents 60+ can receive coupons to buy fresh produce at participating farmers' markets.
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July 1, 2026
Final Draft of Envision Rockland Comprehensive Plan Released
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July 1, 2026
Rockland County Announces Transit Schedule Changes for Independence Day
On Saturday, July 4 (Independence Day), Transport of Rockland (TOR) buses will operate Sunday schedules on Routes #59, 91, 92, 93 and Loop 3, with no service on Routes # 94, 95 and 97, and Loops #1 and 2. TRIPS paratransit buses will operate ADA TRIPS service only.
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June 25, 2026
Shop Local and Support Rockland County Farmers’ Markets
Fresh, local food is back in season. Farmers’ markets and farm stands in Rockland welcome residents for another year of healthy shopping close to home.
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June 22, 2026
Rockland County Department of Health Reminds Residents to Get Tested for HIV
In recognition of National HIV Testing Day, the Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) is encouraging residents to get tested for HIV. Knowing your HIV status can help you stay healthy and protect others. One in eight people living with HIV don’t know they are infected.
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June 18, 2026
County Executive Day Sends Letter to NYS Representatives Regarding Fire Safety Legislation
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June 17, 2026
County Executive Ed Day Announces Staffing Change
County Executive Ed Day is proud to announce the appointment of Patrick A. Frawley, Esq. as the new Commissioner of the Rockland County Department of Social Services.