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Here is the official word from Town of Ramapo Highway Department regarding the pickup of STORM RELATED TREES ONLY: As you know as a result of the major storm we had on March 14, we started picking up trees that…

O&R said today that the company will reimburse customers for food and prescription medicine spoilage if they lost power for three consecutive days or more during the two nor’easters that slammed the region recently.

Montebello, NY was named a 2017 Tree City USA by the Arbor Day foundation in honor of its commitment to effective urban forest management. Montebello achieved Tree City USA recognition by meeting the program’s four requirements:  a tree board or…

Kidde Recalls Fire Extinguishers with Plastic Handles Due to Failure to Discharge and Nozzle Detachment: One Death Reported The fire extinguishers can become clogged or require excessive force to discharge and can fail to activate during a fire emergency. In…

PEARL RIVER, NY Nov. 9, 2017 — O&R offers these tips to help consumers save money while staying warm and safe during the winter heating season: Set your thermostat at the lowest comfortable setting and leave it alone during the…

We have been informed by the Ramapo Police Department that there have been a few burglaries in the general vicinity from around 8:15 am to 11:30 am.  Please act prudently:  lock your doors, set your alarms, and report any unusual…

PEARL RIVER, NY Aug. 3, 2017 — Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. (O&R) today renewed its urgent call for customers to confirm — by requesting to see a Company identification card — whether the utility worker who comes to their…

Do Not Call complaints are on the rise and you don’t have to put up with it! Governor Cuomo signed legislation (S6809B/A.9457A) that would require telemarketers to display their accurate name and phone number. Telemarketers block their information to make…