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Longtime Firefighter, Marine, Navy Veteran From Westchester Dies: 'An Icon'
A beloved firefighter and veteran from Westchester is being remembered for his lifetime of service to others and his legendary clam-shucking skills. Rye Brook resident Raymond Nethercott, the most senior member of the Port Chester Fire Department's Washington Engine & Hose Co. #4, die…
Mets reportedly make decision on possible Pete Alonso trade
The New York Mets’ recent surge might have changed their thinking ahead of the MLB trade deadline, and it might ensure that Pete Alonso sees out the season with the team. Rival teams believe the Mets no longer have interest in trading Alonso before July 30, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today. Those teams... The post Mets reportedly make decision on possible Pete Alonso trade appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Popular Westchester seafood restaurant to close, owners 'devastated'
The 9-year-old Saltaire Oyster Bar and Fish House in Port Chester, known for its raw bar, innovative cocktails and midweek "Saltire Supper" deals (it was in my "Summer Bucket List" story), is closing July 14. Owners Beth and Les Barnes said the reason was a lease issue and that they...
Bergen County gas station attendant charged, accused of overcharging customers
A Park Ridge gas station attendant at Delta Gas was charged and accused of repeatedly overcharging customers, police said on Tuesday. Police alleged the unidentified attendant at the Kinderkamack Road Delta would manually charge more money when customers would use credit cards. When called out on the discrepancy by drivers, the attendant pretended it was a mistake and gave back the money, police said.
Related in talks to take over Pacific Park megaproject
The Related Companies wants to do for the Pacific Park project what it did for Hudson Yards. The firm, chaired by Stephen Ross and run by Jeff Blau, is in talks to take over the behind-schedule and over-budget Brooklyn project, The Real Deal has learned. Pacific Park’s developer, Greenland USA,...
Hurricane Beryl's destruction hits home in Brooklyn's Little Caribbean
NEW YORK -- Historic Hurricane Beryl was barreling through the Caribbean on Tuesday after devastating parts of Grenada on Monday.CBS New York went to Little Caribbean in Brooklyn, where family ties to the island chain are strong.Trees were swept away by 9-foot surges and winds of 150 mph ripped off roofs, as the Category 4 storm thrashed Grenada and made a direct hit on the tiny island of Carriacou."There's no place to hide," said McDonald Romaine, who is the owner of Little Caribbean mainstay Labay Market. "Very emotional, not too good, but I'm trying to hold up."Beryl stole two...
Orion Bar brings Korean drinking culture to Bushwick
Chef Irene Yoo has been publicly hyping her love of Korean drinking culture since at least 2013, when she and her husband and partner Nick Dodge launched a series of popup dinner (and drinking) parties called Yoo Eating. When she moved it all online during the early pandemic (think: YooTube cooking videos), Yoo’s infectious enthusiasm for Korean comfort food — and the booze that goes with it — brought her even more attention. So she and Dodge decided it was time to give this thing a permanent home where we could all gather together and eat and drink and get happy on a regular basis.
Video shows man accused of punching woman at Pride event was acting in self defense, attorney says
NEW YORK - The attorney for a Manhattan banker accused of punching a woman at a Brooklyn Pride event says additional video of the incident shows Jonathan Kaye was acting in self defense. Kaye, 52, turned himself into police Monday and was charged with assault and menacing in the third degree and harassment in the second degree. "Our client, Jonathan Kaye, was wrongly charged, based on a curated video published by professional agitators seeking to destroy him professionally and personally. New video has now emerged that clearly shows, moment by moment, what occurred on June 8th. These videos show more context prior...
#DISCPlus: Jo Koy – Live from Brooklyn – A Comedy Special That Hits Home
Jo Koy brings the comedic heat in his Netflix special filmed live in Brooklyn. A must-watch for relatable laughs that hit home. In his latest stand-up special, “Jo Koy: Live from Brooklyn,” comedian Jo Koy delivers a hilarious and unfiltered performance that tackles a range of contemporary topics. Filmed at the historic King’s Theatre in Brooklyn, NY, this special showcases Koy’s unique comedic style and sharp observational humor.
Urban Outfitters shutters last Brooklyn storefront on Atlantic Avenue
Sign up for our Brooklyn Paper email newsletter to get news, updates, and local insights delivered straight to your inbox!. After closing its Williamsburg outpost in April, Urban Outfitters shut its last remaining Brooklyn store last month. The closure came with little fanfare, and the location is still listed on the retailer’s website.
Teachers Call Out Principal on Toxic Environment at I.S. 347 in Bushwick
Intimidation. Toxic leadership. Disrespect. Retaliation. These sharp words were used to describe Principal Neyva Rivera at Bushwick's I.S. 347 School of Humanities, as teachers, staff, parents, students and even elected officials called for the removal of the principal during a Friday press conference in front of the school. Erika Meza,...
Suspect sought for firing gun at cop after car chase that started in Astoria and ended in Brooklyn: NYPD
A manhunt is underway for a gunman who fired shots at a cop Saturday night after the suspect crashed his vehicle following a car chase through the streets of western Queens. The suspect, who is known to frequent areas of Dutch Kills and Astoria, exchanged gunfire with a police officer after he crashed his vehicle into another car in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, before fleeing on foot. The gunman allegedly jumped a fence near the crash site and escaped beneath the Greenpoint Avenue Bridge that spans Newtown Creek. The officer was not injured.
New York City launches coalition to enhance quality of life in Midtown Manhattan
New York city is squaring off against issues that affect quality-of-life in the Big Apple.On Tuesday, officials kicked off the Midtown Community Improvement Coalition. It's a multi-agency alliance aiming to create a cleaner, and safer business district in the heart of Manhattan.The coalition will deploy teams for regular walk-throughs, keeping an eye out for things like substance abuse, retail theft and more.The coalition will cover parts of Seventh, Eighth and Ninth avenues between 34th and 45th streets.It comes amid quality-of-life complaints by New Yorkers, but visitors are worried too -- for their safety, and that has gotten the attention of...
Large marijuana operation in Sheepshead Bay busted by NYC sheriffs; 2 people arrested
Two people were arrested, and more arrests may be coming, after authorities busted a large marijuana operation in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, suspected of making and distributing products to thousands of illegal weed shops around New York City.Behind the unmarked doors of a small storefront was what NYC Sheriff Anthony Miranda described as a million-dollar illegal weed operation, one that included the packaging of marijuana and edible candies, and the use of chemical flavors among other potential toxins being mixed with concentrated THC."Everything that we say presents a certain danger to children and to the health of the people who want...
Fatherhood and Family Resource Center coming to East Harlem NYCHA development
EAST HARLEM, Manhattan (PIX11) — A group of fathers is helping open up a much-needed community center at a NYCHA development in East Harlem. The Fatherhood and Family Resource Center is coming to the Carver Houses at East 99th Street and Madison Avenue. The fathers decided to create the resource center after parents in East […]
NYC records department is hiring history enthusiasts
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Do you have a passion for history and preserving historical records? The New York City Department of Records and Information Services (DORIS) is hiring for various positions in multiple boroughs. “DORIS’ mission is to foster civic life by preserving and providing access to historical and contemporary records of New York City […]
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