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Proposed Trade Has Knicks Landing Warriors $22 Million 3-Time NBA Champ
The New York Knicks have had one of the most exciting offseasons of any NBA team. Could more moves be on the way for the Knicks?. SNY.TV’s David Vertsberger put together a list of five potential trades that would help the Knicks land a new center after the Knicks lost Isaiah Hartenstein to the Oklahoma City Thunder in free agency.
Pennsylvania Based Fulton Bank Closing Branches In PA, NY, NJ
The closures at the following Fulton Bank branches will happen on or around November 22, 2024:. 1701 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA. 1220 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA. 8000 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA. 2100 Street Road, Bensalem, PA. 1460 East Route 70, Cherry Hill, NJ. 514 North Kings Highway,...
6 charged in election fraud case from 2023 NYC Council primary in Queens
Five out of six defendants surrendered to authorities Thursday morning to face charges in an election fraud case linked to last year's New York City Council primary in Flushing, Queens.All six are being charged with absentee ballot fraud. They were all volunteers for the campaign of Yu-Ching James Pai, a candidate in the June 2023 Primary for City County District 20."As alleged in this case, the defendants went to the Board of Elections and filed fraudulent absentee ballot applications on behalf of 23 voters they had never met," said said District Attorney Melinda Katz,Appearing in court Thursday to face...
More trouble for Michael Shah in Meatpacking District
Real estate developer Michael Shah narrowly avoided a default in the Meatpacking District last year, only to have a different set of lenders emerge this year demanding money at two other properties in the neighborhood. A foreclosure lawsuit filed by Wells Fargo accuses Shah of failing to repay a $28...
NBA Rumors: Knicks Standing Pat On Could-Be Blockbuster Trade
The New York Knicks appear to be done making blockbuster trades for now, as The Athletic’s Fred Katz reports that he has “absolutely no indication that the Knicks are trying to trade” Julius Randle (h/t KnicksMuse). “None whatsoever,” the insider emphasizes. Knicks Standing Pat On Could-Be...
Two East Meadow students chosen in PSEG contest
PSEG Long Island recently announced the student winners of its fifth annual I Am Em-Powered Energy Conservation Video Public Service Announcement Contest. The top 10 award-winning PSAs were revealed on June 17 at a ceremony at the Long Island Children’s Museum, where the videos of the top 30 finalists are on display through the end of July.
Community bids farewell to Chris Carini, a devoted public servant and family man
If any message was clear at Hempstead Town Councilman Chris Carini’s funeral Mass on Monday, it was the one conveyed in the words of the Rev. Steven Camp, who said simply, “He was there.”. Carini, a champion of quality-of-life initiatives in Hempstead and the 5th Councilmanic District, was...
A journey from the classroom to the poker table
Retirement is a time for people to celebrate and chase lifelong dreams, and Merrick resident Peter Bloch is doing just that. He recently completed his third performance at the World Series of Poker in Las Vegas. Bloch has always been a fan of the game, learning from both his parents...
Blues and soul in Uniondale Park
The Killer Joe Band, and rock-n-roll, blues and soul band, rocked Uniondale Park with their free concert on July 22. Guests brought chairs and blankets to sit outside and listen to the band, complete with the lead singer, guitar, drums, and a horn section. Joe Ferraro, “Killer Joe,” started the...
Uniondale native Brandee Younger performs at Tilles Jazz Fest
Brandee Younger is a jazz harpist and a Long Island native. She grew up in Hempstead and Uniondale, and her musical talent and passion has blossomed into a successful career that takes her to venues across the country. Younger’s most recent performance was at the Tilles Jazz Fest last Saturday....
Village awards Grogan with State Senate Veteran Award
Steve Grogan, PIO and publicity chairman for the American Legion Post 335, received the State Senate Veteran Award on Monday. Grogan is a Vietnam-era veteran, who served on active duty for five years as a special agent with US Army Intelligence. He is now an active member of Lynbrook American Legion Post 335. Grogan designed a new membership drive for the post, which has been shared with other Nassau County posts.
Community supports East Meadow Fire Department at Fire Fest
The East Meadow Fire Department recently held its Craft Beer and Food Truck Festival, Fire Fest. This festival took place on July 13 and saw a great turnout. Attendees of this event had the opportunity to enjoy unlimited beer sampling, drinks from over 25 local breweries and distilleries, enjoy treats from top food trucks, while participating in exciting activities.
9-Year-Old Suffers Injuries After Fall At Pool In North Woodmere
The incident happened around 5:10 p.m. Thursday, July 25, in North Woodmere. The 9-year-old suffered contusions to her head, neck pain, and a possible fractured left arm, Nassau County Police said. She was transported by Nassau County Police Helicopter to a local area hospital for treatment and is currently listed...
"Rock & Roll Circus" Show Celebrates Summer at I.FLY Trapeze in Eisenhower Park August 17
I.FLY Trapeze, Long Island’s only flying trapeze and circus arts school, will host a “Wild West Circus” to kick off summer on Saturday, August 17, 2024 @ 8pm in Eisenhower Park, next to the Nassau County Aquatic Center off Merrick Avenue, just north of Hempstead Turnpike, in East Meadow, NY. Free parking available in lot 1A adjacent to the trapeze.
Former Nassau County Fire Service Academy Employee Indicted for Defrauding Workers’ Compensation
Nassau County District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly announced that a former employee of the Nassau County Fire Service Academy was indicted on Grand Larceny, Falsifying Business Records, and Fraudulent Practices of the Workers’ Compensation Law for fraudulently receiving more than $16,000 of workers’ compensation benefits. The defendant continued to volunteer as a firefighter in Massapequa and maintained other employment cleaning a local church and working at a tax preparation office despite allegedly submitting documentation stating that she was not working while she collected the benefits.
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