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🌱 West Nile found in Haverstraw mosquitoes—what Rockland residents should do now

Haverstraw, New York Patch AM: a 4 min read

Good morning to you Haverstraw! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • West Nile found in Haverstraw mosquitoes—what Rockland residents should do now
  • Why Mike Lawler is revisiting his 2012 Haverstraw DWI arrest now

Also on today's calendar: Book Buddies @ the Village Branch and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: How do you stop your bagel from running away? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 77 and low of 70 degrees.
  • Wednesday: A shower and t-storm; humid, temps: high: 85, low: 60.
  • Thursday: Sunshine; nice, less humid, with a high of 79 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• The World's Deadliest Creature Is Back In New York (wpdh.com) — Mosquitoes trapped and tested in Haverstraw have come back positive for West Nile virus, prompting Rockland County health officials to warn residents to protect against bites. While no human cases have been reported in the county since last summer, older adults and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk, and everyone is urged to watch for symptoms and reduce mosquito exposure.
   

• Controversy in Clarkstown; tax breaks for Rockland data centers: Angle (thetimesherald.com) — A regional Rockland news roundup notes that Rep. Mike Lawler has publicly addressed his 2012 DWI arrest on the Palisades Interstate Parkway in Haverstraw, as he seeks reelection this November. The newsletter also highlights Clarkstown political disputes, tax breaks for Rockland data centers, and recent local events, offering broader context for Rockland and nearby communities.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Tuesday July 21
  • Rock N Roll for Little Ones →
    Hendrick Hudson Free Library, 185 Kings Ferry Rd #1236, Montrose
    10:30 am
  • Tap Dance: Omar Edwards
    The Arts Council of Rockland Louis Kurtz Center,9 N Main St, Spring Valley, NY 10977, USA
    6:00 pm
  • Figure Drawing
    The Arts Council of Rockland X House,48 S Franklin St, Nyack, NY 10960, USA
    6:30 pm
    • Wednesday July 22
  • Music N Motion →
    Hendrick Hudson Free Library, 185 Kings Ferry Rd #1236, Montrose
    1:30 pm

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Sherwin-Williams posted a job opening for Customer Service Specialist in West Haverstraw. Apply here.
  • ShopRite Supermarkets posted a job opening for ShopRite - Dairy Clerk (Inserra NY) Salary Range $14.20 - $16.00/hr in New City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Haverstraw here.

🗞 Nearby News

New City

  • "Burn" - Staged Reading at Theater For The New City, NYC Casting Call (backstage.com)
  • Controversy in Clarkstown; tax breaks for Rockland data centers: Angle (lohud.com)

Pomona

  • New York State Senator Bill Weber Visits Crown Heights, Strengthening Ties With the Chabad Community (crownheights.info)
  • Wild Things Sweep Boulders, Win Ninth in a Row on the Road (oursportscentral.com)

Tarrytown

  • 5,500 Gathered For Outdoor World Cup Final Watch Party In Westchester (patch.com)

Ok Haverstraw! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Put lox on it! (Thank you Hank G. for sending it in!)
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