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‘Operation Padlock to Protect’ statistics revealed as illegal cannabis shop busts continue across the city
As the city continued to see a surge in illegal cannabis shop busts, initiatives across the state are looking to bring them to a halt. ‘Operation Padlock to Protect’ aims to crack down on these illegal shops. On Wednesday, elected officials revealed statistics under the initiative across the state.
‘Historic Summit’ Held In Upstate New York
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul held an "historic summit" in Upstate New York. We've learned all the details about what happened. On Monday, Gov. Kathy Hochul convened leaders from the Indigenous Nations across New York State at the New York State Capitol in Albany in what's described as a "historic summit."
Governor Kathy Hochul announces $54M for Second Avenue subway expansion project
The Second Avenue subway expansion is back on track.Governor Katy Hochul has promised $54 million in state funds to pay for it.The congestion pricing pause led to concerns over how the MTA would pay to improve the subway system and keep it running.Now the governor is appearing to say the controversial congestion pricing toll will take effect at some point.Meantime, the money to fund this major expansion project is coming from discretionary funding from the state.The Second Avenue subway project, which was first introduced in 1929, and then finally broke ground in 2007, is designed to serve East Harlem with...
Health Officials Urge New York Residents: ‘Thoroughly’ Clean Fridge
Life-threatening recalls are forcing health officials to recommend New Yorkers "clean refrigerators thoroughly." The suggestion from the FSIS comes after a listeria outbreak linked to meat and veggies sold in New York State. Vegetables, Produce Recalled In New York. Three food retailers are issuing a major recall on vegetables and...
U.S. Light Energy Achieves Prestigious Recognition: Top Solar Developer Based in NY, Sixth in Nation for Community Solar
New York-based USLE also ranks 18th nationwide in all solar development, according to rankings just released by leading industry publication Solar Power World. LATHAM, NY, UNITED STATES, July 30, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- U.S. Light Energy (“USLE”), a distributed generation energy development company specializing in community solar and renewable energy solutions, today announced it has been named the top solar developer based in New York, and the nation’s sixth-largest developer of community solar, in annual rankings just released by Solar Power World, the premier publication covering the U.S. solar market.
Brooklyn man arrested after high-speed chase on Taconic State Parkway
A Brooklyn man faces multiple charges after leading state troopers on a high-speed chase on the Taconic State Parkway last week. According to New York State Police, troopers stopped a 2014 Ford Taurus for traffic violations at approximately 9:30 p.m. near Pleasant Valley. When troopers approached the vehicle, the driver refused to comply with their commands to lower the windows and park the vehicle. The driver, identified as Aquino Walker, 30, then fled the scene.
New York judge declines to appoint NRA monitor
(The Center Square) — A New York judge has shot down Attorney General Letitia James' bid for a court-appointed monitor to oversee the National Rifle Association but banned the group's former head from holding a paid position with the organization for a decade. The split ruling by New York Supreme Court Justice Joel Cohen, issued from the bench, blasted the NRA for a "lack of accountability" after it was found to have violated state nonprofit laws, but he ultimately determined that court oversight was not...
Gardeners frustrated by dining deer in Putnam
KENT – Deer are munching on everything in sight these days. Dimmy Lotrecchiano of the Putnam County Garden Club has never experienced such destruction by deer. “Unless you spray plants around the house, they are consumed by the deer,” she said. A Carmel woman reported her rose...
Borscht Belt Museum’s Newest Pop Up Opens To Positive Reviews
A popular Hudson Valley museum has been bringing residents and visitors together under one roof. Guests can visit this location to see different pop up exhibits, attend local events and learn about the history of the Borscht Belt region. The Borscht Belt Region was a place for people to escape...
Army Football Training Camp Day One + Post-Practice Interviews
NOT A SUBSCRIBER TO GBK? CLICK TO SEE WHAT YOU ARE MISSING!. GBK’s Joe Iacono and other media were part of today’s post-practice interviews as the Black Knights kick off to summer training camp. Today’s Tuesday session was held at Howze Practice Field, the freshmen practice was from...
State and local leaders push for faster federal response after Rome tornado
ROME, N.Y. — The New York State Assembly is sending $2 million to the City of Rome as clean-up efforts continue. It’s the latest in a series of localized efforts to assist the tornado-stricken city as officials continue to push to get the federal government to step in.
‘Baby-Faced Butcher’ Daphne Abdela shows off tattoos while pumping gas as she looks unrecognizable from Netflix doc days
THE convicted killer known as the Baby-Faced Butcher looked unrecognizable as she was spotted pumping gas after being featured in a Netflix documentary. Daphne Abdela showed off her many tattoos while filling up her car at a Speedway gas station in the Bronx, New York. Exclusive photos from The U.S. Sun show the 41-year-old wearing […]
Crotona Park Outdoor Music Festival Takes Place from Thursday Aug. 1 through Saturday Aug. 3
Rise Up NYC Concerts and New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced on Monday, July 30, that the City would be “taking over Crotona Park in The Bronx” with a popular, summer, three-day, outdoor music festival kicking off on Thursday, Aug. 1, and continuing through Saturday, Aug, 3.
Knicks Sign Free Agent Big Man To One-Year Contract
On Tuesday, the New York Knicks announced that they’ve re-signed free agent big man Precious Achiuwa. According to ESPN senior insider Adrian Wojnarowski, he’ll be returning on a one-year, $6 million contract. The 20th overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, Achiuwa was traded to the Knicks —along...
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