County Lights Up Blue For Parkinsons

 To commemorate World Parkinson's Day, the County of Rockland’s Allison Paris Building on New Hempstead Road in New City is lit blue for the Parkinsons “Spark the Night” event happening worldwide on April 11th.

The “Spark the Night” campaign encourages buildings, bridges, and iconic landmarks to be lit up blue, symbolizing to collectively illuminate a symbolic path towards awareness, understanding, and hope. The County of Rockland was lit blue from April 9th to the 11th for the initiative.

“By shining a blue light, my administration is showing residents we acknowledge the battle those with Parkinson's are facing,” said County Executive Ed Day. “We hope our participation in “Spark the Night” raises awareness of Parkinson's Disease which can profoundly alter lives and robs individuals of their independence, livelihoods, and sense of self.”

Deputy County Executive Mike Hoblin, who participated on a recent Parkinson's Panel alongside the Michael J. Fox Foundation and community members, was honored on April 11 by the Parkinson's Wellness Project (PWP), a non-profit that promotes better awareness, education, and social interaction for people with Parkinson’s.

Legislator Harriet Cornell was also honored for her support of PWP.