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Driver accused of July 4 crash at LES park arraigned and held without bail
The scene at Corlears Hook Park after the incident. Daniel Hyden, 44, pleaded not guilty to charges including vehicular homicide, manslaughter, assault and driving while intoxicated. [ more › ]
City Budget to Fund these District 6 Programs
The New York City Council announced the details of the recently passed budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which began on July 1. The total approved funding for the city is $112.4 billion – up from $107 billion last fiscal year – and a portion will benefit a number of initiatives and organizations on the Upper West Side.
Is trade school now a faster path to economic success?
In today’s work environment, is a vocational, trade-school degree becoming a more direct career path to economic success than a conventional 4-year college degree? Yes, says Darnell Epps, who graduated from both Yale Law School - and Lincoln Technical Institute.
Inside Kappo Sono, a New 12-Seat Kaiseki Counter From One of N.Y.C.’s Hottest Restaurant Groups
At the now-closed Kyo Ya, Chikara Sono was honored with accolades, including Michelin stars. Now, the chef is bringing those award-worthy talents to a fresh concept in New York City.Thieves Are Stealing Rolexes and Pateks From Diners at N.Y.C.'s High-End Restaurants Kappo Sono, which opens Friday, is an intimate kaiseki restaurant near Union Square from rising star Kuma Hospitality Group. With just 12 seats and one seating per evening, beginning at 6:30 p.m. (5:30 p.m. on Sundays), it may soon become one of the hardest reservations to score. (In fact, a spokesperson for the restaurant told Robb Report that it’s already...
NYPD Officers Allegedly Assaulted While Investigating Unattended Children at NYC Homeless Shelter
The incident of Jordan Neely’s death sparked discussions around the need for stronger follow-up actions by NYPD to address violence against New York’s homeless population. Such incidents have pushed the city’s authorities to reassess their approach towards protecting vulnerable populations. NYPD Involved in Altercation. Chaos erupted outside...
83-year-old man shoved down NYC subway stairs
NEW YORK - An 83-year-old man is recovering after police say he was shoved down the stairs of a subway station in an unprovoked attack. The victim was exiting the 53rd Street and Lexington Avenue station when he was pushed at around 11:10 p.m. Friday night. He was taken to Bellevue Hospital with a head laceration and is in stable condition. Police have arrested a suspect. Kingsley Adjo, 54, was charged with assault and reckless endangerment. Earlier this year, a rise in subway crime prompted Gov. Kathy Hochul to deploy the National Guard troops to the subway system, and Mayor Eric Adams to reinstitute bag checks in the system. Just this week, the NYPD released their latest monthly crime statistics. According to the NYPD, major crime in the subway system was down 6.9% year to date, and by 15.3% compared to June of 2023. The police department said crime levels in transit have hit a 14-year low, "discounting pandemic-era irregularities." "As we look back on the first half of this year, we can see the steady progress in the NYPD's relentless fight against violence and disorder – an unwavering commitment that will continue through the summer months," NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban said.
NYC pick-pocketer with over 60 arrests back on streets: Cops
A career pickpocket, included in the NYPD’s list of top subway crime recidivists, is back on the streets following another alleged crime, authorities reported. Darin Mickens, with over 60 arrests, allegedly targeted a woman on Grand Street in March, stealing her wallet as she walked with her daughter. Mickens,...
ANNIE BROWN'S 5TH GRADE SCIENCE PRESENTATION Returns To SoHo Playhouse
This summer, Matt Morse's Annie Brown's 5th Grade Science Presentation, directed by Abby Davis, will return to SoHo Playhouse as a finalist in their 3rd Annual Lighthouse Series on July 14, 15, and 16. Annie Brown's 5th Grade Science Presentation is a dark comedy exploring class and oppression through the...
Westbeth center launches community art space
A former synagogue, a daycare center and a double height sculpture studio are part of a canvas for the inaugural Art Takeover at Westbeth Artists Housing and Center for the Arts in the West Village. Anchor Ron Lee spoke with Valerie Hallier, the director of the Westbeth Gallery, Saturday on...
Are We In a Sondheim Renaissance?
Do you have a burning Broadway question? Dying to know more about an obscure Broadway fact? Broadway historian and self-proclaimed theatre nerd Jennifer Ashley Tepper is here to help with her new series, Broadway Deep Dive. Every month, BroadwayWorld will be accepting questions from theatre fans like you. If you're lucky, your question might be selected as the topic of her next column!
Video: Broadway Show League Featured on NBC 4 New York
The Broadway Show League, the Central Park softball league featuring cast and crew from Broadway shows, was featured on NBC 4 New York. Watch the video here!. "It's very hard to find in New York City a community like this. We all have a passion for theatre, we have a passion for softball," a participant told NBC 4.
Celebrate Tradition: 121st Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Society, Staten Island NYC
121st Feast Our Lady Of Mount Carmel Society Staten Island NYC Our Lady of Mount Carmel Grotto. It’s time to step back in time and celebrate one of Staten Island’s most cherished traditions. The 121st Anniversary Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Society is set to take place over two weekends: July 13-16 and July 21-23 in Rosebank. This annual event promises to immerse you in the vibrant culture and history of the Italian-American community. 121st Feast Our Lady Of Mount Carmel Society Staten Island NYC Our Lady of Mount Carmel Grotto.
Walgreens Closing Select New York Stores
The big-name pharmacy has released a list of stores that are expected to close as the company finalizes a plan to fix its struggling business. Earlier this month we told you that Walgreens CEO Tim Wentworth announced that the company would be closing hundreds of its more than 8,600 drugstores over the next three years. Wentworth explained that "changes are imminent" for about 25% of the company’s underperforming stores, which could affect roughly 2,100 stores across the country.
Fever Coach Christie Sides Justifies Big Lineup Change With Nine Words
Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever will take on Sabrina Ionescu and the New York Liberty for the fourth and final time of the 2024 WNBA season on Saturday. The Fever are still looking for their first win over New York. In their previous game against the Las Vegas Aces, Fever coach Christie Sides ...
‘He Not Looking Like the Old Unc Anymore’: Denzel Washington Fans Do a Double Take After He Was Spotted with a Full Head of Hair In NYC
Oscar winner Denzel Washington has been a sex symbol for more than four decades. But after years of being eye candy for millions of women, […] ‘He Not Looking Like the Old Unc Anymore’: Denzel Washington Fans Do a Double Take After He Was Spotted with a Full Head of Hair In NYC
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