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Seaport Beach Fest brings the beach to Manhattan
MANHATTAN, N.Y. (PIX11) — If you didn’t make it to the beach this holiday weekend — you can still celebrate in the sand. The Seaport Beach Fest is happening through Sunday, at 89 South St. between Piers 16 and 17. The party brings food trucks, bars, live music and even a sandbox for those who […]
Historic Jewish girls’ school in Brooklyn faces closure; community rallies to save it
BROOKLYN, N.Y. (PIX11) — Shulamith of Brooklyn, a 95-year-old Jewish girls’ school with a rich legacy, is on the brink of closure, sparking a community-wide effort to save the beloved educational institution. The school, which has been a pillar in the community for generations, now needs $1 million in donations to keep its doors open. […]
No bail for driver accused of killing 3, injuring 8 while driving drunk
A Manhattan Criminal Court judge ordered Daniel Hyden held without bail on manslaughter charges and other offenses for allegedly killing three and injuring eight while driving drunk on Independence Day.
Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas faces a make-or-break year in the 2024-2025 season
When the Brooklyn Nets selected Cam Thomas in the first round back in 2021, he was supposed to be tutored by some of the best scorers in the history of the NBA. With Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, and James Harden taking the talented young scorer under their collective wing, the idea was for him to develop slowly behind them ultimately taking over as the offensive centerpiece as the trio of stars aged.
Tobey Maguire, 49, spotted with actress Lily Chee, 20, on his arm during Michael Rubin’s Fourth of July bash in NYC
TOBEY Maguire has been spotted with actress Lily Chee by his side during a Fourth of July bash in New York City. The Spider-Man actor and his rumored new love interest kept it cool and casual at the event. Tobey, 49, and Lily, 20, were seen wearing matching all-white ensembles. The actor wore dark sunglasses […]
TV Ratings: NBC’s Fourth of July Fireworks Hit Three-Year High
NBC got a strong tune-in for its annual Independence Day fireworks special. Patrick Bertoletti Wins Nathan's Annual Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest The Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular brought in 7.6 million viewers across NBC and Peacock, the best multi-platform showing for the special in three years. It improved slightly (by 2 percent) on last year’s all-in number. (The 7.6 million figure includes both the live, two-hour special and a one-hour replay on NBC Thursday and Peacock’s simulcast of the live special.) A breakdown of the audience between NBC and Peacock wasn’t immediately available. In 2023, the Fireworks Spectacular...
New York City salon offers decades-old treatment for scalp health
UPPER EAST SIDE, MANHATTAN (PIX11) — The “Head Spa” treatment originated in Japan decades ago and has grown in popularity in New York City salons. The focus is not just on your hair, but on the health and well-being of your scalp. At Tomiko Shima Salon on the Upper East Side, Head Spa is one […]
Small shark saved by lifeguards after washing up on Staten Island beach
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – A small shark was saved by lifeguards on Thursday after it had washed up on Gateway Beach in Great Kills. Melissa Langan explained that she and her 9-year-old son, Abe Sinyavsky, of Bloomingdale, were taking an afternoon stroll on the beach when they saw a small shark washed up on the shore.
Fourth of July Accident Devastates Local Family: Fundraiser Launched for Recovery
Fourth of July turned tragic for one family when a fireworks mishap resulted in severe injuries to a local family. The incident occurred at approximately 10 p.m. at 9 Foxrun Court in Port Jefferson Station where a crowd had gathered to enjoy the holiday fireworks display. Patrice Ambroise, 38, his...
A woman who fled Afghanistan to pursue an education graduates from NYC high school
Zahra Shahnoory was 16 years old when the principal announced over her high school’s loudspeaker that the Taliban had entered Kabul, Afghanistan. Everybody started to scatter and, unable to find transportation home, Shahnoory left school on foot, hiding her textbooks in her hijab out of fear that the militant group, which prohibits girls from studying beyond the eighth grade, would kill her.
Graduates From Centereach & Newfield High School Turn Their Tassels In Celebration
The Middle Country Central School District’s high schools recently hosted commencement ceremonies for the 2024 graduating classes of Newfield High School and Centereach High Schools. The memorable ceremony highlighted the achievements and bright futures of their graduating seniors. The event was attended by students, families, faculty, and distinguished guests.
Saint Barnabas High School in the Bronx set to close, leaving families scrambling
BRONX - Parents and students at Saint Barnabas High School in the Bronx are faced with an unexpected summer project…searching for a new high school to go to. The school announced that it would not reopen in the fall. "It is with a heavy heart that a decision has...
The distressing truth behind an exhibit about antisemitism — it’s always timely
The first thing you see when you walk into 81 Leonard Gallery in Tribeca is an uncanny amalgamation of two faces: Adolf Hitler and Kanye “Ye” West. Is it a powerful dictator or a popular rapper? It’s both and neither, but a face and font of antisemitism regardless. Marina Heintze’s “Yitler” is like an artistic...
Knicks Announce History-Making $9 Million Contract With ‘Pure Playmaker’
The New York Knicks drafted guard Pacome Dadiet with the No. 25 overall pick of the 2024 draft. But they doubled up on their backcourt, selecting Marquette guard Tyler Kolek with the No. 34 selection. Kolek signed a four-year, $9 million contract. The Knicks announced the former Golden Eagle agreed...
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