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National Fire Prevention Week 2025: Lithium-ion Battery Safety Tips
October 08, 2025
Just over a year ago, seven families lost their homes and possessions in a catastrophic fire at the [...]
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October Is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 02, 2025
Aside from nonmelanoma skin cancers, breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed variant of this de [...]
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Remembering Kevin Landau, A Volunteer Firefighter Lost to Soon
September 25, 2025
On September 24th, I joined the New City Fire Department to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the [...]
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Fall in Clarkstown
September 18, 2025
Summer is ending but the recent weather has been so nice that the onset of autumn hasn’t really hi [...]
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Clarkstown Remembers: A Tribute to those lost on 9/11
September 11, 2025
September 11, 2001 was a day the world changed forever. Twenty four years later we can still recall [...]
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Hurricane Season is Here – Are you prepared?
September 04, 2025
Whether you are ready for fall or hanging on to these last few weeks of sunny weather, one inconveni [...]
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School Bus Safety 101
August 28, 2025
Labor Day weekend is upon us, marking the unofficial end of summer and the re-opening of our local s [...]
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Clarkstown Offers “Trails and Tales of Traphagen” Tour
August 20, 2025
As part of our ongoing celebration of the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution, [...]
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Al Magnatta: A Hometown Hero
August 14, 2025
The word hero is often overused, but earlier this week the Town of Clarkstown honored a man who unqu [...]
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What is the Rockland Duck Derby?
August 07, 2025
It’s not often that one gets the opportunity to attend a friendly race featuring up to 5,000 rubbe [...]
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Clarkstown Unveils Brand-New Fitness Equipment in Community Centers
July 31, 2025
There’s no doubt that staying fit and exercising are two extremely important factors in maintainin [...]
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Give Blood This Summer, Help Save Lives
July 24, 2025
And Keep Clarkstown the Winner of the Five Towns Blood Drive Challenge There’s a well-known [...]
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Clarkstown Shuts Down Illegal Day Care Operation
July 17, 2025
If there’s ever anything that can be universally agreed upon, it should be that there is nothing m [...]
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Girl Scouts and Audubon Society Help Bring Bluebirds Back to Clarkstown
July 10, 2025
“A man who never sees a bluebird only half lives.” – Edwin Way Teale, American naturalist, [...]
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The Revolutionary Year Of 1775
July 03, 2025
As we continue to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolutionary War, [...]
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Pool Safety Tips for a Safe Summer
June 26, 2025
After a long series of rainy weekends, a brutal heat wave has settled upon us for the past several d [...]
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Summer Events in Clarkstown
June 23, 2025
With all the rain we’ve had recently, it’s easy to forget that the first official day of summer [...]
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The 100 Deadliest Days of the Year: Teen Driving Fatalities Spike In Summer
June 12, 2025
The summer season is universally viewed as a fun and happy time for all, especially for teens enjoyi [...]
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Town Addresses Abandoned Cemeteries
June 05, 2025
I’m proud to announce that cleanup and restoration work is currently underway at Nanuet Cemetery. [...]
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Clarkstown Holds Inaugural “Women of Distinction” Award Ceremony
May 29, 2025
On Tuesday evening, the Town of Clarkstown held its inaugural “Women of Distinction” award cerem [...]
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Memorial Day 2025
May 22, 2025
This weekend, we commemorate Memorial Day. It is an important holiday that has evolved over the year [...]
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Clarkstown Recognizes National Police Week
May 19, 2025
The Town of Clarkstown is truly blessed to have, in my opinion, the finest police department of any [...]
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Lake DeForest Reservoir Recognized as a National Landmark
May 09, 2025
Undoubtedly, our lakes are high on the list of the most prized resources we have in the Town of Clar [...]
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Mental Health Awareness Month
May 01, 2025
Life can often be incredibly challenging. We all go through tough times when everything seems to be [...]
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Carry the Load: A Unique Clarkstown Tradition
April 24, 2025
Congers Rally – April 28, 2025 On April 28, 2025, Clarkstown will once again be host to the an [...]
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A Holy Season for Many – Let Us Use this Time for Renewal
April 17, 2025
At this time of year, all three major monotheistic religions- Judaism, Christianity, and Islam celeb [...]
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Staying Connected: Hoehm Town Happenings TV Show
April 10, 2025
Since becoming Supervisor, one of my top priorities is keeping our residents informed, engaged, and [...]
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Spring Cleaning
April 03, 2025
As both the calendar and the budding of trees usher us into the Spring of 2025, I am reminded of the [...]
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Clarkstown Celebrates: 250 Years Since The Start of the American Revolution
March 27, 2025
Tensions were high in the colony of Massachusetts in the spring of 1775. Two years earlier, in respo [...]
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The American Revolutionary War and Our Founders Day
March 20, 2025
This past Tuesday, March 18th, marked the 234th Anniversary of the formal founding of the Town of Cl [...]
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Happy Birthday Cardinal Dolan
March 13, 2025
Recently, Timothy Michael Cardinal Dolan visited Clarkstown, specifically St. Francis of Assisi Chur [...]
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Town of Clarkstown and Clarkstown Police Department Crackdown on Illegal Massage Parlors
March 07, 2025
One of the greater appeals of living in Clarkstown has long been our well-earned reputation for the [...]
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Potholes 101: Everything You Need To Know
February 20, 2025
Over the past several weeks, Mother Nature has given the Town of Clarkstown a healthy dose of the wi [...]
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Cynthia Hesdra: A Remarkable Life-From Slave to Millionaire
February 13, 2025
Few people today may know the story of Cynthia Hesdra, a remarkable and successful former slave who [...]
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The Importance of D.A.R.E.: Define Assess Respond Evaluate
February 06, 2025
As much as they might want to, parents cannot shield their children from all the bad things that exi [...]
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Play Ball! New Additions and Enhancements To Clarkstown’s Sports Fields Are Underway
January 30, 2025
If you’ve been by the grounds of the former Rockland Country Day School or Germonds Park recently, [...]
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West Nyack Revitalization Update
January 23, 2025
I’m pleased to announce that Phase II of the West Nyack Revitalization project is now underway. As [...]
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Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
January 16, 2025
Monday, January 20, 2025 will mark the 39th time our nation will formally observe Martin Luther King [...]
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Moving Forward: The Year Ahead in Clarkstown
January 09, 2025
The Town of Clarkstown held its annual reorganization meeting on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, marking t [...]
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527,040 Minutes—How Do You Measure a Year?
January 02, 2025
As we close 2024, I am reminded of the song “Seasons of Love” from the Broadway musical Rent. Th [...]
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Thank you to the Clarkstown Police Auxiliary Unit
December 19, 2024
Capt. Draper Recognized for Milestone 10,000 Volunteer Hours More so than at any other time of the y [...]
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Winter Wonderland and Season of Giving
December 12, 2024
The 2024 holiday season is here, which means it’s time for celebrations and charity. We’ve alrea [...]
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Clarkstown Grows Greener: New Solar Panels Installed on Town Hall Roof
December 05, 2024
I am incredibly proud to announce the Town of Clarkstown will be saving taxpayers an estimated $15,0 [...]
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A Thanksgiving Wish to All: A City on a Hill
November 27, 2024
Yet another Thanksgiving Day is upon us and we can easily recall the history of this national holida [...]
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Clarkstown’s Stellar Bond Rating Reaffirmed By Standard & Poor’s
November 21, 2024
I’m delighted to announce that, once again, Standard & Poor’s has reaffirmed Clarkstown’s [...]
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Download The “My Clarkstown” App Today: A Quick and Easy Way to Report Issues
November 14, 2024
In the post 9/11 world, the phrase “If you see something, say something” has become ingrained in [...]
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Leaf Season – Let’s Keep Clarktown Clean
November 14, 2024
The season is referred to as “Fall” for a reason. Leaves are falling, and as you drive around to [...]
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The True Story of Jane “Naut” Kanniff–The “Witch” of West Nyack
October 31, 2024
Every Halloween hordes of tourists descend upon the city of Salem, Massachusetts, the site of our na [...]
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Resident Input Needed For Route 303/304 Study
October 28, 2024
Of all the concerns that residents voice to my office, those involving traffic and road safety are u [...]
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Clarkstown Awarded $5M Federal Grant For Nanuet TOD Infrastructure Improvements
October 17, 2024
There’s nothing like starting a week on a positive note and I’m happy to report that the Town of [...]
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National Fire Prevention Week
October 10, 2024
Just over a month ago, contractors working at the Highland Nanuet Apartments began to smell gas. Aut [...]
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October Is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 03, 2024
Aside from nonmelanoma skin cancers, breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed version of this de [...]
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Fall in Clarkstown
September 26, 2024
The summer season of 2024 officially ended on Sunday, September 22nd. The recent weather has been so [...]
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September 17 th : Happy Constitution Day
September 18, 2024
September 17 th , 2024 marked the 237 th anniversary of the signing of the United States Constitutio [...]
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School Bus Safety 101
August 29, 2024
Labor Day weekend is fast approaching, signaling the unofficial end of summer and the re- opening of [...]
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Be A Hero And Look For The Zero: Use “Phosphorus-Free” Fertilizer And Protect Our Waterways
August 22, 2024
A beautifully manicured lawn is a source of pride for many suburban homeowners and it’s easy to un [...]
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Give Back This Weekend: National Nonprofit Day And The Rockland Duck Derby
August 15, 2024
There aren’t many things in life that are more rewarding than having a great time while supporting [...]
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Considering A Career In Law Enforcement? Take The Rockland County Police Test
August 01, 2024
The Summer Olympics and campaigns for the upcoming Presidential election, two events that occur ever [...]
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Clarkstown Garden Club Celebrates 60th Anniversary
July 26, 2024
If you’ve ever taken the advice of the old adage that life is better when you take some time to [...]
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Give Blood This Summer, Help Save Lives
July 18, 2024
While the oppressive heat wave we are currently experiencing has kept many people indoors, the summe [...]
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Recreation Upgrades for Summer in Clarkstown
July 10, 2024
In Clarkstown, we are always committed to providing our residents with a variety of quality recreati [...]
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Clarkstown Dedicates Meeting Room In Honor Of Shirley J. Thormann
June 27, 2024
Earlier this week, I had the great honor of presiding over a ceremony dedicating a meeting room in h [...]
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When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors
June 18, 2024
We’ve all heard the adage that the odds of getting hit by lightning are better than the odds of wi [...]
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Clarkstown Is Your Summer “Parks-town”
June 12, 2024
Summer hasn’t officially arrived yet, but the Town of Clarkstown is gearing up to offer its reside [...]
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D-Day-80 Years Later—Recalling a Hero Corporal Emanuel Steiner
June 07, 2024
This Thursday, June 6 th , marks the 80 th anniversary of one of the most momentous days in the hist [...]
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The 100 Deadliest Days of the Year: Teen Driving Fatalities Spike In Summer
May 30, 2024
In addition to honoring our nation’s military heroes who gave their lives in service, Memorial Day [...]
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Emergency Medical Services Week; Thank You to Our Dedicated First Responders
May 16, 2024
This coming week, May 19 th -25 th , 2024 is Emergency Medical Services Week. In fact, this year mar [...]
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Clarkstown Recognizes National Police Week
May 07, 2024
Far too often, we tend to forget the extreme and inherent danger that comes along with a career in l [...]
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2024: Filming Returns To Clarkstown
May 01, 2024
Over the past several years, permits and location fees have been a growing source of revenue for the [...]
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Spring Has Sprung
April 24, 2024
Spring is one of my favorite times of year. The new growth after a long cold winter emblematic of th [...]
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Carry the Load: A Unique Clarkstown Tradition
April 17, 2024
Congers Rally – April 29, 2024 On April 29, 2024, Clarkstown will once again be host to the an [...]
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Anaconger – Large Black Rat Snake at Congers Lake
April 16, 2024
Recently, a resident posted this picture of a large black rat snake at Congers Lake. Town staff was [...]
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Clarkstown Feels Effects Of 4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Near Lebanon, NJ
April 05, 2024
At approximately 10:19am this morning, tremors resulting from a 4.8 magnitude earthquake near Lebano [...]
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Recalling A Wonderful Friend and Outstanding Priest: Fr. Mike Keane
April 03, 2024
Easter is a time of joy and renewal. In the Christian tradition, Easter is the day of the resurrecti [...]
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“Faith Based” Zoning Proposal Violates “Constitutional Based” Local Authority
March 27, 2024
One of the core tenets of the New York State Constitution is the premise that the most local level o [...]
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Congressman Mike Lawler Announces Millions in Federal Funding to Address Flooding Issues in Clarkstown
March 25, 2024
Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement after securing nearly $2.5 million [...]
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Potholes 101: Everything You Need To Know
March 20, 2024
The month of March in the Northeastern region of the United States is well known for wild ups and do [...]
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Happy 233rd Birthday Clarkstown!
March 13, 2024
We may not feel 233 years-old, but March 18, 2024 will mark the 233rd anniversary of the founding of [...]
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Clarkstown Passes Law Restricting Migrant Busing
March 06, 2024
The migrant crisis continues to be one of the most common concerns for Clarkstown residents. The Tow [...]
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Not-So “Flushable” Wipes Wreak Havoc On Rockland’s Sewer Systems
February 28, 2024
If you’re a parent, there’s a good chance you’ve delivered a lecture explaining an important l [...]
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Washington’s Birthday and Presidential Visits
February 21, 2024
This week we mark President’s Day which is a federal holiday. The history of President’s Day is [...]
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Spotlight on a Forgotten Hero: William Henry Myers
February 12, 2024
Unfortunately, one of the most remarkable people to ever live in Rockland County has been largely fo [...]
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Clarkstown Supports Israel
November 01, 2023
Nearly a month has passed since a series of utterly deplorable terrorist attacks were launched again [...]
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Protecting Residents and First Responders: Clarkstown Cracks Down On Illegal Housing
October 26, 2023
There is no question that the nation’s migrant crisis has begun to impact us all over Rockland Cou [...]
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Clarkstown’s Code Enforcement Efforts In 2023
October 18, 2023
The Town of Clarkstown has a well-deserved reputation for fair but strict code enforcement. Under my [...]
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Clarkstown Announces Food Scrap Composting Program
October 11, 2023
I am delighted to announce that this week, the Town is launching the Clarkstown Food Scrap Compostin [...]
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Clarkstown Adopts New LLC Registry And Disclosure Law
September 20, 2023
The Town of Clarkstown has historically been a model municipality for fair and effective enforcement [...]
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Town Provides Volunteer Ambulance Corps Funding through ARPA and Promotes the Need for Volunteers
September 13, 2023
In most medical emergencies, the first critical step is receiving immediate basic aid and transport [...]
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Turf Fields Coming to Clarkstown
August 02, 2023
Clarkstown is witnessing an exciting development that promises to redefine local sports and create o [...]
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The Spotted Lanternfly: A Menace to Agriculture and Biodiversity
July 26, 2023
In recent years, a tiny insect has been wreaking havoc in various regions across the globe. Either b [...]
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