Morning News 5/13

Sponsored by Rockland Music Fest - At Clover Stadium 9/27/25, featuring Magical Mystery Doors!🎙 Clarkstown Celebrates Champions!Clarkstown is beaming with pride as the Albertus Magnus High School Girls Basketball team clinched the 2025 New York State Championship! Supervisor George Hoehmann’s team joined the celebration, honoring the players and coaches for their hard work and dedication. Way to go, Falcons!🎙 Mini Golf Season Tees Off at Germonds ParkReady to hit the greens? Germonds Park Mini Golf opens May 24th! Family passes, seasonal deals, and coupon books are available for Rockland residents. Hours vary by season — check the Parks office for details.🎙 County Honors National Police WeekCounty Executive Ed Day salutes Rockland’s law enforcement during National Police Week, running now through May 17th. A former Police Commander himself, Day encourages residents to honor the bravery and sacrifice of those who protect our communities every day.🎙 New City Firefighters HonoredClarkstown saluted its bravest as New City Fire Engine Company No. 1 held its 58th Annual Awards Dinner. Ex-Chief John Pawelcxyk was celebrated alongside the department’s dedicated volunteers. Thank you to all who serve and protect!🎙 Lake DeForest Named National LandmarkBig honors for Lake DeForest! Veolia’s Lake DeForest Reservoir, a crucial water source since 1956, is now an official American Landmark, recognized for its role in safe, sustainable water systems. 🎙 Clarkstown Senior Showcase Wows Again!Superintendent Matt Veronesi gave a standing ovation to the stars of this year’s Senior Showcase at Clarkstown South High School. This long-standing tradition, inspired by the late Councilman John Maloney, wowed audiences with music, dance, and plenty of spirit!🎙 Clarkstown Parks & Rec HighlightsThere’s something for everyone! From Senior Social & Dance Night on May 16th to the Family Campout at Congers Lake May 31st, plus the ever-popular Walk to the Beat of Life kicking off May 27th — Clarkstown residents, mark your calendars!🎙 Clarkstown Parks & Rec Wants You!Looking for a summer gig? Clarkstown Parks & Rec is hiring! Check out their job fair on May 29th from 5 to 7 PM at the Street Community Center in New City. Come learn about positions that help make Clarkstown’s parks and programs shine!🎙 Watch Out for Turtles in Blauvelt!It’s turtle migration season in Blauvelt! Nesting mothers are crossing Western Highway. Please slow down between Theis Road and O’Sullivan’s Tree Service and keep our local wildlife safe on the roads.🎙 Senator Weber Blasts State BudgetSenator Bill Weber is calling out Albany’s over-a-month-late state budget, saying it fails to fix New York’s affordability crisis or criminal justice loopholes. Weber and fellow Republicans are vowing to keep fighting for safer streets and lower taxes.🎙 Historic Moment: American Pope Leo XIVSenator Weber also joined fellow Catholics in celebrating the election of Pope Leo XIV — the first American Pope in history. Weber says it’s a proud moment for America, for the Catholic faith, and for people of hope around the globe.🎙 Solomon Northup Statue Unveiled in HaverstrawIn Haverstraw, the legacy of Solomon Northup lives on. A new statue honors the New Yorker kidnapped into slavery in 1841. Organizer Virginia Norfleet, Senator Weber’s 2025 Woman of Distinction, will be honored next week at the State Capitol.🎙 Suffern Carnival Is Back!Get ready for rides, games, and music! The Village of Suffern’s Carnival returns May 29th to June 1st at the Suffern Ballfields. Wristbands for unlimited rides are $30 per night. Mayor Curley invites everyone to join the fun — Suffern Strong, Suffern First!🎙 Stony Point Town Board Meets TuesdayReminder! Stony Point’s next Town Board meeting is happening Tuesday, May 13th at 7 PM at the Senior and Community Center at Patriot Hills. Residents can check the agenda at townofstonypoint.org.