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Cargo logistics firm helps create perfect cricket pitch
One of the premier sporting events taking place on U.S. soil this summer was the ICC (International Cricket Council) Men’s T20 World Cup, a series of cricket matches hosted in the New York City suburbs. But while Long Island’s Nassau County is known for its lawns and beaches, the native grass was deemed insufficient for international play.
City partially funds longshot Rockaway trauma hospital proposal
When Mayor Eric Adams announced the city had made a budget agreement last Friday, he chose to highlight one specific budget note in one specific Queens neighborhood; the Rockaway peninsula trauma center. A trauma center – or more medical infrastructure in general – for the Rockaways has been a steady...
Niagara County law enforcement participate in campaign to stop impaired driving
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Niagara County Sheriff Michael J. Filicetti announced Niagara officers will join law enforcement agencies across New York State to keep travelers safe on the road this holiday weekend. Starting today, the statewide July 4th High Visibility Engagement Campaign prompted by STOP-DWI New York goes into effect-...
Meet the Cover Artist: Frank Genova
Most Fire Island & Great South Bay News cover artists this summer have come by us through a connection – professional or personal – they are someone’s friend or affiliated with an organization. Frank Genova, however, basically cold-called us. He responded to and did well on a social media summer solstice photo challenge. He emailed to thank us for the exposure and mentioned that he was also a painter. He referred us to his website frankgenova.com. The rest is history.
Manhasset Resident Inducted Into The Town Of North Hempstead Women’s Roll Of Honor 2024
The Town of North Hempstead hosted its 31st-anniversary breakfast, a momentous occasion to celebrate and induct the exceptional 2024 Women’s Roll of Honor honorees. This event occurred on June 18 at the Clubhouse at Harbor Links in Port Washington. Supervisor Jennifer DeSena, Town Clerk Ragini Srivastava and the town...
Gun seizures in NYC highest they’ve been in 30 years: NYPD
NEW YORK (PIX11) – Gun seizures in New York City are the highest they’ve been in nearly 30 years, according to the NYPD. In just the last six months, the NYPD seized 3,400 guns. NYPD Chief of Patrol John Chell shares the NYPD’s strategy on PIX11 Morning News. Watch the video player for more on […]
Enjoy Live Music This Holiday Weekend in the NYC Area
Everynight Charley recommends the following concerts. Contact the venue or the artists’ social media to confirm ticket availability, show times, age restrictions, COVID compliance, and other updates. Friday, July 5. Anthony Green at Rough Trade NYC. Grace Pettis, Robby Hecht at Cafe Wha?. Sidiki Diabate at Palladium Times Square.
Daniel Zarrilli Named Columbia’s Inaugural Chief Climate and Sustainability Officer
Earlier this week, Columbia University announced its first-ever position of chief climate and sustainability officer. Daniel Zarrilli will fill this exciting new leadership role and help the university achieve its ambitious climate commitments and sustainability goals. The chief climate and sustainability officer’s responsibilities “will include overseeing the implementation and delivery...
Queens boxer Zinnat Ferdous faces challenge representing Bangladesh in 2024 Olympic Games
With the Paris Olympics set to begin in weeks, Queens native, Zinnat Ferdous, is on a quest for gold. "I was ranked number seven. I've won two-time New York City ring master’s tournaments, and I'm a two-time national Golden Globe medalist. I've won the USA women's boxing championships back in 2023. I've won the 2024 Dominican Republic Open, the Copa Independencia Tournament, and the inaugural Mandela South African Boxing Club just a few months ago, so seven, seven big tournaments," said Ferdous.
Book Review: The Secret of Redemption
A bold narrative that confronts readers with uncomfortable truths and the intricacies of identity and religious conviction. Jeffrey Gale’s provocative historical novel, The Secret of Redemption, takes readers to November 2013. Set against the backdrop of Rabbi Levin’s service in a northern Manhattan synagogue, which provides sanctuary to a significant number of Holocaust survivors, the narrative unfurls amidst societal upheaval and haunting echoes of past horrors.
Port Authority Recognized for Ambitious MWBE Work
At construction sites across the region, the Port Authority has been looking to build more than just new infrastructure. Through nation-leading goals for participation by minority- and women-owned business enterprises (MWBEs) in its major projects, the agency is also looking to build up local economies and empower local communities. That...
Update: 2 Officers Injured After Police Car T-Boned In Westchester Crash
This story has been updated. A part of a busy Westchester County road has reopened to traffic after a police cruiser was hit and knocked into scaffolding, injuring two officers. Part of eastbound Prospect Street between Riverdale Avenue and South Broadway (Route 9) in Yonkers has reopened…
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.
Bloomfield Jr. Bengals capture football championship
BLOOMFIELD, NJ — The Bloomfield Junior Bengals football team traveled to Brooklyn, N.Y., on Sunday June 23, and captured the North Jersey Spring 12U 7-on-7 championship by beating the MoBetter Jaguars by a score of 25-6. The Jr. Bengals defeated Elizabeth, 27-0, in the semifinals. The team members are...
Local Arrested For Selling Illegal Fireworks in Inwood Dioscount Store
The Fourth Precinct POP Unit (Problem Oriented Policing) reports the arrest of a Plainview man for the Sale of Illegal Fireworks that occurred on Thursday, July 4, 2024 at 12:06 p.m. in Inwood. According to Police, the Fourth Precinct POP Unit conducted an investigation for illegal fireworks at a Discount...
NYPD search for missing swimmer on Staten Island all for nought, officials say
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.— Police called off a search Thursday amid reports of a missing swimmer after learning the person was apparently never in danger, an NYPD spokesperson said Friday. The incident was reported around 6 p.m. at South Beach, near the Franklin D. Roosevelt Boardwalk, according to emergency radio...
Paramus Police to Hold 'Night Out' Event
PARAMUS, NJ - In what has become a mid-summer tradition, borough police are hosting "Paramus' Night Out" on Tuesday, August 6. The event, which takes place behind the library, 116 East Century Road from 5-7 p.m., includes police vehicles, emergency service vehicles, information tables from local and area groups, live music, children's activities, free hot dogs, and a helicopter landing, among other activities.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER "National Night Out culminates annually on the first Tuesday in August," according to natw.org. "National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community. Furthermore, it provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances. The state of Texas and select areas celebrate the first Tuesday in October." For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Mets are nearing a familiar place with Brett Baty and need to act on it
What happens when you have two young players battling for one position? In some cases, one player wins the job outright and the other fades into oblivion. It’s happening with the New York Mets. Mark Vientos is hitting his way into becoming one of the most important members of the starting lineup. Meanwhile, Brett Baty twiddles his thumbs in Triple-A mashing those pitchers.
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