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New York Cares highlights the benefits of volunteering
The Bureau of Labor says more than 11 million people regularly volunteer across the United States. Studies show volunteering can have a positive impact on not only your self image, but also on your health. Sapreet Saluja, the executive director of New York Cares, joined “Weekends On 1” to discuss...
Denver Rated Most Polluted City In U.S. For Consecutive Days
What’s been top of mind for most Coloradans recently has been the air quality as of late. Smoke from Canadian wildfires has been filling up the Colorado skyline for the past few days and has seriously affected the quality of our air. However, it’s already been an issue for...
RECALL ALERT: Boar's Head recalls 200K pounds of deli meats amid multi-state listeria outbreak
Boar’s Head has issued a recall of more than 200,000 pounds of its products—including liverwurst and other deli meats—as federal health officials investigate a multi-state listeria outbreak that has left two people dead.
NYC hosts 'Day of Action' to encourage New Yorkers to vote
As we get closer to Election Day, a city agency is trying to encourage as many New Yorkers as possible to take part in the voting process. NYC Votes is an initiative of the city’s Campaign Finance Board. The board is an independent city agency that ensures local elections are fair, inclusive, and open.
BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL to Play The Gateway Playhouse Beginning Next Month
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical - the Tony and Grammy Award-winning Broadway hit about the life and career of one of the most prolific female songwriters in history - continues The Gateway's 75th Season and will run at The Gateway Playhouse from August 9 – September 8, 2024. Long...
Caveat to Present CATBARET This Halloween
Meow! Calling all cat lovers-join us for a purr-fect variety show this Halloween!. Catbaret, a cat-themed cabaret hosted by Gemma Smith, will take place on October 31st, featuring a night of comedy, music, and burlesque (or as we like to call it, purr-lesque). Audiences are invited to come in their most "cat-tastic" costumes for a chance to win the audience costume contest. There will also be a-meow-zing raffle prizes and FREE cat ears for all attendees!
Alert: Meat & Veggies Sold At New York Supermarkets Can Kill
Recalls are being expanded for vegetables and meat products sold in New York. The FDA recently warned about eating sliced meats from deli counters. At least 28 people have gotten sick, across 12 states, including New York. In fact, more New Yorkers have gotten sick than any other state. The...
Liberty State Park’s Uncertain Future
Jersey Cityans have had roughly a decade to see their home vastly change. High rises, trendy markets, and the occasional quirky coffee shop are just some of what would have been impossible to even conceive of just a few years ago. As the city’s profile continues to grow, so too has the average person’s inability to keep up with Jersey City’s cost of living. Therefore, it is no wonder that despite the renaissance, many are demanding that the brakes on commercialization be pulled on a very public issue – Liberty State Park’s (LSP) Revitalization Program.
N.Y. Lottery: NYC player scores $1M in Powerball game as one-time lump sum
A New York City lottery player has claimed a $1 million prize for matching the first five numbers in a Powerball drawing. Ricardo Ching of Jamaica, Queens, matched the numbers on March 13, according to New York Lottery officials. The ticket was purchased at Avadh Convenience, located at 3714 Broadway in Astoria, Queens.
RHONY Star Jessel Taank Announces Death of Family Member
“Real Housewives of New York City” star Jessel Taank shared her grandmother has died at the age of 100. In a July 25 Instagram Story, Taank wrote that her “grandmother passed away before we landed in London.” Taank was born and raised in the United Kingdom. “She...
Off-duty New York City school safety agent arrested in Manhattan: NYPD
NEW YORK (PIX11) — A school safety agent was arrested in Manhattan on Friday morning, according to police. Sylvia Brown, 54, was taken into custody just before 12 p.m. The off-duty New York City employee was charged with petit larceny and criminal possession of stolen property, authorities report. The details on what led to Brown’s […]
Upper East Side tragedy: Murder-suicide claims lives of mother and grandmother
According to the NYPD, a child custody dispute on the Upper East Side of Manhattan turned deadly on Friday, resulting in the tragic deaths of a mother and grandmother. The incident occurred at approximately 9 a.m. on East 88th Street, situated between York and East End Avenue. The location is nearby the entrance of Gracie Mansion.
First Alert Forecast: Sunny skies give way to clouds Sunday in NYC
Saturday night forecast in NYCSaturday's weather was just as good as it gets for late July in New York City. The sunshine mixed with low humidity levels made it feel amazing, and although a few clouds developed late in the day, those will be clearing out as we head into the overnight hours.Low temperatures will remain comfortable, ranging from the 60s throughout the suburbs to 70 in the city. Sunday forecast in NYCFor Sunday, mostly sunny skies early will give way to increasing cloudiness by the afternoon and evening hours. Those clouds should not yield any precipitation, for the most part, except for eastern Long Island and perhaps the Jersey Shore, largely holding off until the nighttime hours, though.Despite the extra clouds, highs are still anticipated to reach the mid and upper 80s across the region, with a low levels of humidity. Looking aheadWe'll be dealing with more scattered storms Monday as a low meanders offshore. Humidity will climb slightly as well, while temps will be in the mid 80s.The weather becomes unsettled again in the middle of the week as humidity and thunderstorms return.For now, enjoy this beautiful weekend!
Nazi-looted artwork returned to relatives of Holocaust victim over 80 years later: Manhattan DA
A piece of artwork stolen by the Nazis was returned to the family of Fritz Grünbaum, an Austrian-Jewish cabaret performer, marking the 11th Nazi-looted piece to be returned, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg announced on Friday.
Former Top Prospect Could Be In Play if Mets Go “All In” at Deadline
It shouldn’t be surprising that the emergence of a young third baseman has helped the New York Mets catapult into a playoff spot. However, not many would have expected Mark Vientos to be that youngster. With the slugger establishing himself in the majors, the Mets could be enticed to trade Brett Baty in a potentially impactful deal.
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