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**Traffic Alert** The Grand Fondo bike race is in full swing going through Clarkstown. Please be aware of the increased amount of cyclists on the road today. You can expect delays in the following areas: North LIttle Tor Rd. and Saw Mill Rd, New City South Mountain Rd. from North Little Tor Rd. to Ridge Road, New City. Route 304 and Ridge Rd, New City Ridge Rd. and Congers Rd. New City Strawtown Rd, and Brewery Rd. in New City Strawtown Rd. and Germonds Rd., West Nyack Strawtown Rd. and West Nyack Rd., West Nyack

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#readyclarkstown - Come out and participate in this great event

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**MajorTraffic Alert** - Today the following intersection will have major traffic delays due to the Grand Fondo Bike Race starting at 9:30 AM and ending at 4:00 PM. Please use alternate routes or plan for the delays if you travel the area. North LIttle Tor Rd. and Saw Mill Rd, New City South Mountain Rd. from North Little Tor Rd. to Ridge Road, New City. Route 304 and Ridge Rd, New City Ridge Rd. and Congers Rd. New City Strawtown Rd, and Brewery Rd. in New City Strawtown Rd. and Germonds Rd., West Nyack Strawtown Rd. and West Nyack Rd., West Nyack

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**Road Closure** On Sunday, May 15th from 1000hrs. - 1100hrs, Cairnsmuir Lane in New City will be closed from Congers Rd. to Strawtown Rd. for the Annual Youth for Hospice & Grad Nite Color Run held at Clarkstown North High School. Residents are asked to make alternate plans to accommodate this temporary road closure. Thank you

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#findahomefriday - Bam is a 1 1/2 year old male pit bull mix who was surrendered to the shleter because his owner had too many animals. Bam is an absolute doll, who gets along with other dogs and sometimes cats. He is good with all kids. Mr Bam aka the kissing bandit is such a loving and afficatonate man & who will show you by all the free kisses he gives out!!! Come meet this special boy and see for yourself! #readyclarkstown

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**Major Traffic Alert** On Sunday, May 15th, the 2016 Campagnolo Gran Fondo race will traverse the Town of Clarkstown. Gran Fondo is an annual bicycle race that begins in NYC, crosses the George Washington Bridge and continues north to Bear Mountain and south again to NYC. This event expects approx. 6,000 riders to participate. There are two legs of the bike race that travel through Clarkstown, the first leg is Northbound along Route 9W through Upper Nyack, Valley Cottage and Congers, this leg will have minimal impact on traffic. The second leg of the race is southbound through New City and West Nyack. Beginning at approx. 9:30am, this leg will cause significant traffic delays. This is a timed event, all major intersections on the routes will be posted by Police Officers, Auxiliary Police, and Event Volunteers for traffic control but giving the riders the right of way. At 1200hrs. Officers will use their discretion to stop sporadic and smaller groups of bikers to allow cross traffic. South Mountain Rd. and a list major intersections to avoid from 9:30am to 3:00pm are the following: North LIttle Tor Rd. and Saw Mill Rd, New City South Mountain Rd. from North Little Tor Rd. to Ridge Road, New City. Route 304 and Ridge Rd, New City Ridge Rd. and Congers Rd. New City Strawtown Rd, and Brewery Rd. in New City Strawtown Rd. and Germonds Rd., West Nyack Strawtown Rd. and West Nyack Rd., West Nyack The Clarkstown Police Dept. encourages residents to use alternate routes.

US National Weather Service New York NY

Rain is in our near future. Watch for some possible hail and strong storms tomorrow

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#readyclarkstown - Yesterday the Rockland Paramedic Service dropped off a delicious cake to show their support and appreciation for the Clarkstown Police Department. Both organizations work extremely well together to provide the best life saving medical service to the residents of our community. We thank them for the cake but the last thing we needed were some more calories!!!!

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We have received several calls today about bear sightings in the Central Nyack area. Spring is the time when black bears and cubs emerge from their winter dens; typically between mid-March to early May. Bears typically avoid humans, but may wander into residential areas in their search for food. Most often, bears will keep moving through an area once they fail in their attempts to find food. Mother bears are protective over their cubs. If encountered, bears and their cubs should not be approached. When sensing danger, a female bear will typically send her cubs up a tree and leave the area. In such cases, the female will almost always return to gather up the cubs when no people or pets are around, usually after dark. If a bear huffs or woofs, clacks its teeth, growls or slaps the ground, it is warning you that you are too close. We suggest residents take the following precautions to minimize encounters with black bears: Keep a respectful distance! In most cases, the bear will move on quickly. If a bear is up a tree on or near your property, give it space. Do not approach, and bring your pets inside to provide the bear a clear path to leave your property. If you see a very small cub, do not try to remove it from the area or “save it.” The best way to encourage the bear not to return is to remove food sources. Do not store household trash, or anything that smells like food, in vehicles, on porches or decks. Keep your full or empty trash containers secured in a garage, shed or basement. Take your garbage to the dump frequently. If you have a trash collection service, put your trash out the morning of the pickup, not the night before. Bird Feeders are one of the Biggest Attractions to Bears. These are not supposed to be out after April 1st. Unless the animal is sick or injured, or poses a threat to public safety, Animal Control Officers do not take actions to attempt to remove bears from a neighborhood. Black bears have a natural fear of humans, and in most cases, would rather flee than encounter people. If you spot a bear and there are no extenuating circumstances of imminent danger, contact the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation at 845-256-3098. Of course, if there is a more pressing situation, such as the bear located near a school with children present, you can always contact us at 845-639-5800. If there is a true emergency situation dial 911. You can learn more about living with bears at http://www.dec.ny.gov/docs/wildlife_pdf/livingwithbears.pdf or for more general information visit www.dec.ny.gov Tonight they have an interesting topic to our community, New York Deer Management. Residents can log on. 7-8:30 pm The information can be found at http://www.dec.ny.gov/animals/57795.html

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**Road Closure** On Friday, May 13th between 7 am and 4 pm the Clarkstown Highway Department will be milling Zukor Rd from South Mountain Rd to Paramount Country Club's North Parking lot, Blue Jay Ct and a small section of roadway between 402 and 430 South Mountain Rd. On Monday May 16th between 7 am and 4 pm, all three locations will be paved. Delays are expected, please take alternate routes.

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#TBT #readyclarkstown - Today's throwback brings us back to the drive-in on Rt. 303. What movie do you remember seeing there??? picture courtesy of Rockland County back in the day