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Top Prize-Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Long Island Convenience Store
Are you feeling lucky?A top prize-winning TAKE 5 ticket was sold in North Merrick, at the Fast Break convenience store on Merrick Avenue, New York Lottery announced.The ticket – worth $17,145 – was sold for the Midday drawing held Monday, Aug. 26.TAKE 5 drawings are held twice daily, at 2:30 p.m. a…
Hofstra field hockey seeks revival in 2024 under new leadership
Following their ninth straight losing season, the Hofstra University field hockey team is looking to change the narrative in 2024. The Pride went 6-12 overall and only won a single conference game in 2023. Now with a more veteran lineup and Hillary Fitts as the new head coach, the Pride hopes to make strides to improve.
Vybe Vault RnB To Spotlight Unsigned Artists At Music Showcase In NYC
Vybe Vault RnB, a live talent showcase platform for unsigned talent, is returning to New York City. Founded by music industry veteran Morace Landy and fitness & wellness enthusiast and author Elaine P. Allen Landy, the musical event is set to take place on Wednesday, September 4 at The Sultan Room in Brooklyn. Vybe Vault RnB will be hosted by Kaivona Parker and feature The Slam Clinic Band. Former first-place grand prize winner Adam Ness will also hit the stage for a special performance.PARTYNEXTDOOR Declares Himself The King Of R&B After the success of its inaugural showcase earlier this year, Vybe...
Justice at Brooklyn Navy Yard [photos + review]
Justice returned to New York on Thursday, July 25th, for the first of two sold out shows at Brooklyn Navy Yard – which began putting on shows earlier in the Spring. The tour comes in support of their new album Hyperdrama, released this Spring – their first new album in eight years.
Little boy’s death sends message to Gov. Hochul to sign act to help grieving families
Three-year-old’s tragic death brings awareness to state law. Reaction is pouring in after the story of the little boy, Micah McManus died at Albany Med Pediatric ER. It’s giving lawmakers another reason to put pressure on Gov. Kathy Hochul to sign a bill that would help grieving families, like Micah’s.
Men's Soccer to Open 2024 Season on the Road Against Yeshiva on Sunday
OLD WESTBURY, N.Y. – The SUNY Old Westbury men's soccer team will open their season on Sunday against Skyline Conference rival, Yeshiva on the road. The Panthers enter this season looking to turn a page after going an overall 4-9-2 last year. The Panthers went 2-7-2 against the Skyline Conference in the 2023 campaign.
MTA sees increase in bus fare evaders
The MTA says it is seeing an increase in bus fare evaders. On Pelham Parkway and Williamsbridge Road News 12 saw some people paying their fare at a stop on the BX12 - but not everyone does. One rider who did not want to be identified said she does not...
Climate advocates try to prepare Harlem residents for the worst
NEW YORK — This week, New York City is expecting more heat, plus more rain. As the roller coaster weather continues this summer, WE ACT for Environmental Justice encourages Harlem neighbors to prepare for any kind of climate emergency.Advocates speaking to residents at the West Side Federation for Senior and Supportive Housing's Red Oak apartment building said they do not want to scare you, but they want to prepare you for the worst. WE ACT collaborated with the Columbus-Amsterdam Business Improvement District for the workshop."It always seems like a distant threat, but it's really here and it's happening," said WE ACT...
Students protest US military defense recruitment, Tandon ties to Israel
Around a dozen students gathered outside the Tandon School of Engineering on Monday to demand that NYU cut ties with the U.S. Navy, Lockheed Martin and other military defense companies with ties to Israel and involvement in the war in Gaza. The protest, organized by NYU’s chapter of Students for...
All NYC Health + Hospitals’ Five Long-Term Care Facilities Earn 5-Star CMS Quality Rating
Four NYC Health + Hospitals Long-Term Care Facilities earned a 5-Star CMS overall rating. The stars tell New Yorkers and prospective patients about how well a facility is caring for residents’ physical and clinical needs. Facilities can earn a maximum of five stars, based on health inspections, staffing levels,...
AG On Lookout For Price Gougers Cashing In On Recent Long Island Flooding
State leaders are on the lookout for businesses hoping to cash in on the recent flooding that hit Long Island.New York Attorney General Letitia James issued an alert warning businesses against price gouging on essential items in Suffolk County. It comes after a federal emergency was declared i…
Suffolk County SPCA Holding Free Rabies Clinic Sept. 28 on World Rabies Day
World Rabies Day is a global initiative to raise awareness to eliminate rabies. Rabies is a preventable disease if treated. The Suffolk County SPCA , Suffolk County Department of Health Services and Suffolk County Parks will offer free rabies vaccinations for dogs, cats and ferrets on Saturday, September 28, 2024 form 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Gardiner County Park, Montauk Highway (Rt. 27A), Bay Shore, NY about one-half mile east of the Robert Moses Causeway. All dogs, cats and ferrets must be older than 4 months, dogs must be leashed, aggressive dogs muzzled and all cats and ferrets must be confined in carriers.
Emergency Declaration Issued For More Counties In New York State
New York State issued another "Disaster Emergency." Over the weekend, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul today signed an executive order declaring a "Disaster Emergency" for Suffolk County, New York. "Disaster Emergency" On Long Island, New York. The "Disaster Emergency" comes after "record rainfall" fell on the Long Island County on...
New York State Police Shared Work Zone Speed Enforcement Update
It is no secret that New York State has its share of wealthy people and you would need to have some decent cash if you get a ticket in a New York Work Zone. The message is to slow down and follow the lane changes but not everyone gets the message.
New York Supermarket To Stop Tobacco Sales Before Massive Closures
A popular supermarket in New York State, that just announced massive closures, is saying goodbye to cigarettes. On Monday, Stop & Shop confirmed it will stop selling all cigarettes and tobacco products at its 360 stores. Stop & Shop Announces Plans to Stop Selling Tobacco Products In New York. Stop...
10 Hospitals In New York State Recognized As Best In America
Ten New York hospitals, including three in the Hudson Valley, were recognized as the best in the nation. Northern Dutchess Hospital in Rhinebeck is being praised for the quality of its patient care. Northern Dutchess Hospital In Rhinebeck, Dutchess County Among Best In The Nation. The Centers for Medicare and...
North country reacts to state’s 3-month blitz on shops illegally selling marijuana
ALBANY, New York (WWNY) - Governor Kathy Hochul released an update on the state’s three-month blitz to crack down on illegal cannabis shops. She announced 345 illegal smoke shops were shut down, including four in Watertown and five in St. Lawrence County, while seizing $29 million worth of cannabis.
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