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May 8, 2026

Health Department Announces Annual Mosquito Control Treatment of Catch Basins and Storm Drains

The Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) announces that it will begin mosquito control treatments in catch basins and storm drains to prevent mosquitoes from breeding there. This work is anticipated to start the week of May 11, 2026, and is expected to take about one month to complete.

May 7, 2026

OFA Chair Yoga & Zumba – Spring 2026

Join the Office for the Aging for our spring Chair Yoga and Zumba series!

May 5, 2026

North Rockland Businesses Receiving Compensation For CHPE Losses

May 1, 2026

Moving Forward Newsletter: May - June 2026

May is Older Americans Month! In this edition of the Office for the Aging newsletter, explore elder abuse prevention, our Senior of the Year, healthy aging, caregiver support, and more.

May 1, 2026

Ride Smart, Ride Safe: Rockland County Promotes Bicycle Safety

This May, the Rockland County Department of Health recognizes National Bicycle Safety Month by reminding residents of all ages to ride safely and help prevent injuries on local roads and trails.

April 24, 2026

“Keep Rockland Home” Affordable Housing Campaign Announced at Annual Housing Forum

April 23, 2026

County Executive Delivers 2026 State of the County Address

April 17, 2026

Free Mosquito Control Supplies for Rockland Residents

The Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) is encouraging residents to help reduce mosquito populations this season to prevent mosquito-borne illnesses. RCDOH will provide free Mosquito Dunks® and fathead minnows to Rockland County residents.

April 10, 2026

Passing of Eliot Engel

April 10, 2026

National Public Health Week, April 6-12, 2026

The Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) joins health agencies across the country to celebrate National Public Health Week from Monday, April 6 to Sunday, April 12, 2026.

April 9, 2026

NKI Office Hours at the OFA

The Office for the Aging has openings for tomorrow’s Nathan Kline Institute Geriatric Division office hours! They’ll be providing free memory screenings at our Pomona location. Call 845-398-6533.

April 7, 2026

Drivers Urged to Stay Focused During Distracted Driving Awareness Month

The Rockland County Department of Health reminds residents that April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, which is the top cause of motor vehicle crashes in New York State.

April 2, 2026

Senior Day 2026

Senior Day at the Ballpark – May 12th! Join the Rockland County Office for the Aging and Polaris Healthcare for a fun-filled day at Clover Stadium—just for Rockland residents age 60+!

March 30, 2026

Technology Classes for Older Adults

Want to feel more confident using your smartphone, tablet, or laptop? The Office for the Aging, in partnership with Rockland BOCES, is offering free technology classes for Rockland County residents age 60 and up!

March 27, 2026

O&R Office Hours at the OFA

Have questions about your O&R bill? Stop by the Office for the Aging on April 15 from 11 to 1 and speak with a friendly representative about money-saving and energy-efficient options!

March 25, 2026

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

This Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, the Rockland County Department of Health reminds residents that the American Cancer Society (ACS) recommends starting colorectal cancer screening at age 45 for people at average risk.

March 23, 2026

2026 Freedom Award Presented to U.S. Army Captain Emily Klinkenborg

County Executive Ed Day and Director Susan Branam of the Rockland County Veterans Service Agency recognized a female veteran with a Freedom Award Monday, an annual County honor made to female veterans for outstanding service to our nation.

March 20, 2026

County Implementing $3 Gas Sales Tax Cap

March 9, 2026

County Mourns the Loss of U.S. Army National Guard Major and NYPD Officer Sorffly Davius

March 5, 2026

Spring Forward: Daylight Saving Time Begins This Weekend

Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 8, 2026. The Rockland County Department of Health reminds residents to set clocks ahead one hour and get ready to enjoy longer daylight, with more time for outdoor activities like walking and bicycling.