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Bear and cub roaming in Rockland spark safety reminders from DEC

Clarkstown police say the animals were seen yesterday near Squadron Boulevard and Route 304.

News 12 Staff

Nov 6, 2025, 12:23 PM

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People in Rockland are on edge after reports of a bear and cub roaming in New City.

Clarkstown police say the animals were seen yesterday near Squadron Boulevard and Route 304.

The Department of Environmental Conservation is offering tips to avoid contact with bears.

At night, close ground-floorwindows and garage doors. Keep garbage, pet food and bird seed stored in a garage or shed. Keep pets on a leash when taking them out.

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