Flood Causes Road Closure in Nanuet: Clarkstown Police Department Issues Warning

NANUET, NY — Clarkstown Police Department has announced the closure of S Pascack Rd at Forman Dr in Nanuet due to flooding. The public is urged not to attempt driving through high…

Clarkstown Community Gathers for 9/11 Ceremony

CLARKSTOWN, NY – Members of the Clarkstown Police Department, town officials, and community members gathered to honor the fallen and reflect on the September 11 attacks. The evening event included various segments…

Clarkstown Police Urge Drivers to Use Caution on First Day of School

CLARKSTOWN, NY – As the new school year begins, the Clarkstown Police Department extends a safety reminder to the community regarding school commute practices. The department made a public announcement today through…

Clarkstown NYS Reopened After Crash Near Overpass

CLARKSTOWN, NY – A hollow steel tower struck the southbound NYS Thruway overpass at around 6:45 this morning, leading to immediate lane closures and a pending inspection. The incident damaged the overpass…

Clarkstown Police Department Offers Free Car Seat Check on August 23

CLARKSTOWN, NY – The Clarkstown Police Department is reminding residents about their free car seat check service, an initiative aimed at ensuring the safety of the community’s youngest members. The next date…

Woman killed in crash in Clarkstown

CLARKSTOWN, NY – On Tuesday, at approximately 7:15 pm, the Clarkstown Police Department responded to a fatal two-vehicle accident at the intersection of Rt. 59 and Broome Blvd., Central Nyack. A gray…

Clarkstown Police Department Announces Promotions of Captain and Lieutenant

CLARKSTOWN, NY – Chief Wanamaker of the Clarkstown Police Department has announced the promotions of James Fay and Kieran Dwyer to the ranks of Captain and Lieutenant, respectively. Capt. Fay, a 29-year…

D.A.R.E. basketball tournament a success for Clarkstown families

CLARKSTOWN, NY – The Clarkstown Police Department recently organized the DARE Basketball Tournament at Felix Festa, where more than 100 children and their families participated. The tournament was organized by Police Officer’s…

Clarkstown street named after fallen 9/11 firefighter

CLARKSTOWN, NY – The intersection of Westview Avenue in Old Haverstraw Road in Congers was renamed this week in memory of a fallen New York City firefighter who lost his life during…

Clarkstown Police Practice Active Shooter Drill Ahead of First Day of School

CLARKSTOWN, NY – Members of the Clarkstown and Orangetown Police Department participated in a joint “Active Shooter” training last week. ” Drills such as these reinforce that our techniques and tactics are…

Clarkstown Residents Upset After Gun Store Appears Without Notice in Retail Plaza

CLARKSTOWN, NY – Residents of Clarkstown are upset about a new gun store that seemingly opened up overnight in their community. Residents have been calling town officials and the Clarkstown Police Department…

Weekend Fire Destroys Backyard Deck in Clarkstown

CLARKSTOWN, NY – A Clarkstown police officer on patrol on Herald Court noticed a fire coming from the rear of a home at around 1:10 am on Sunday. Officer T. Papenmeyer investigated…

Clarkstown Police Lead DWI Accident Demo for Nanuet Students

NANUET, NY – Police officers, firefighters and EMTs provided a demonstration to students of the Nanuet Union Free School District in Clarkstown ahead of prom season. “A mock DWI accident demonstration was…

Water Main Break Reported in Congers as Crews Respond to Bluebird Drive

Congers, NY — Emergency crews are responding to a water main break Sunday afternoon in the Congers area, according to the Clarkstown Police Department. Officers were dispatched to the area of 23…

Train strikes unoccupied vehicle at Lake Road crossing in Congers; no injuries reported

Clarkstown police say driver escaped moments before impact early Tuesday morning. Congers, NY – Clarkstown Police are investigating an early-morning crash after a train struck a vehicle that became stuck on the…

Rockland lawmakers close 2025 with tax votes and sewer shakeup

New City, NY – Rockland County legislators closed out their final meeting of 2025 by locking in tax rates and levies while advancing a major restructuring of how sewer services are governed…

Fallen tree temporarily closes Route 303 in Congers overnight, now reopened

CONGERS, N.Y. – A fallen tree caused a temporary shutdown of Route 303 in both directions Sunday evening before the roadway was cleared and reopened, according to the Clarkstown Police Department. Police…

Jackson and Lakewood’s Dangerous Roads Opens Door to Federal Road Safety Grants Worth $384,000

The federal government is lending a helping hand to make roadways less dangerous for drivers and pedestrians in Jackson and Lakewood Townships. Two Ocean County towns have been awarded federal funding to…

Bear and cub send New City residents scrambling indoors

Bear and cub spotted roaming near busy road in New City sparking safety alerts NEW CITY, NY – Residents in a quiet Rockland County neighborhood got an unexpected surprise Saturday morning as…

Drivers ignoring school bus laws put children at risk across New York

CLARKSTOWN, NY – As National School Bus Safety Week gets underway, police across New York are warning drivers that too many motorists are ignoring one of the most basic traffic laws —…

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