County Implements Priority Dispatch System

New training enables Radio and Phone operators to better serve residents Residents who call 9-1-1 for emergencies in Rockland County may soon notice some new and different questions asked by the Radio Operators answering calls. The Communications Division of the Sheriff’s Office is going live with the Medical Priority Dispatch System (MPDS) and Fire Priority […]

Rockland ranks among lowest MMR Vaccination rate in NY

County officials are pushing new vaccine initiatives to protect from Measles Rockland County has one of the lowest Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) vaccination rates in the state. The State Department of Health calculates MMR vaccination rates based on data of children ages 24-35 months that received one MMR immunization before their second birthday.  In January […]

Community News 03.20.25 – 03.26.25

Community News 03.20.25 – 03.26.25

What to do in Rockland County from Thursday, March 20th – Wednesday, March 26th Email sierra@rocklandcountytimes.com with events! Orangetown PIERMONT: Piermont Public Library,  Story Time with Ms. Nancy Join us on March 24th from 11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. for a storytime featuring stories, songs, and fingerplay! Children welcome up to 2 years  with an […]

2025 Woman of Distinction

2025 Woman of Distinction

Virginia “Ginny” Norfleet has been selected by State Senator Bill Weber as 2025’s Woman of Distinction in recognition of her dedication to preserving African American history in Haverstraw and empowering the Rockland community. Ms. Norfleet is the Founder and Executive Director of the Haverstraw African American Connection (HAAC), a 501(c)(3) organization that educates the public […]