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MAYHEM Announces 40th Anniversary Tour
Black metal has a long and storied history going back to Venom in 1978, but one of the genre's most-essential bands, Mayhem, formed in 1984. The Norwegian band spent much of their early years mired in controversy, but their music and actions were essential in defining the sounds and public perception of the genre. To commemorate four decades of existence, Mayhem have announced a special tour that will span their catalogue from their genre-defining demo Deathcrush to more recent output like 2019's Daemon.
Dr. Li-Chiou Chen Appointed as Interim Dean of Seidenberg
The Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems is excited to announce that Dr. Li-Chiou Chen has assumed the role of our school’s interim dean, starting on August 16. Dr. Chen, a long-standing member of the Seidenberg community, brings an impressive track record of academic leadership and a deep commitment to student success. Her keen pedagogical insights and market-focused approach will guide the Seidenberg School through the upcoming academic year.
Call for Proposals: Social Justice Week 2024
Pace’s fifth annual Social Justice Week is taking place the week of October 26. This week of learning and reflection is designed to offer an ongoing memorial for Pace student Danroy “DJ” Henry, and to further commit Pace University to social justice and anti-racism. A community-driven effort,...
Three Men Stole Motorcycles, ATV From Middletown Dealership: Police
Joshua Hueston, 28, of Union City; Ronald Terry, 33, of Newark; and Luis Ruben Cuevas, 30, of Brooklyn, NY; were arrested on Monday, Aug. 26, the Middletown Township Police Department said in a news release. Officers responded to the burglary at the Motorcycle Mall of Monmouth on Route 35 at around 3:06 a.m.
Playoff Teams Poised to Exploit Yankees’ Weakness Against Lefties
The Yankees are facing significant challenges against left-handed pitching as they approach the playoffs, with a below-average offensive performance against southpaws noted recently. As teams like the Astros and Royals prepare for potential postseason matchups, their ability to exploit this weakness is highlighted, particularly given the Yankees' efforts to claim the AL East title. With Houston's formidable lefty starters and a surprising depth of left-handed pitchers on the Royals' roster, New York's October prospects could be impacted. However, not all playoff contenders possess strong lefty options, creating a mixed landscape that offers both challenges and opportunities for the Yankees.
Charges filed in latest Mamaroneck pedestrian crash, unlike bus strike that killed two
MAMARONECK ‒ A 67-year-old woman who was injured when she was struck by a car Saturday while crossing Mamaroneck Avenue at Prospect Street ‒ just down the hill from the village police station ‒ was in the crosswalk when the incident occurred at 10:30 a.m. Two months ago, a mother and son were struck and killed by a school mini-bus while crossing Mamaroneck Avenue in a different crosswalk. ...
Today in Hip-Hop History: BDP’s Scott La Rock Shot And Killed In The Bronx 37 Years Ago
On this date 37 years ago, Scott Sterling, aka DJ Scott La Rock of Boogie Down Productions, was shot and killed in the South Bronx. In an attempt to break up a fight on 167th and University Avenue near the Highbridge Housing Projects in the South Bronx, Scott Sterling, known to the world as DJ Scott La Rock of the mighty Boogie Down Productions, was shot and killed; he died on the scene.
Mayor Adams still considering cellphone ban in schools citywide
Mayor Eric Adams Tuesday said he is still considering a ban on cellphones in schools, but has more details to work out. “There will be some action in the upcoming school year, but the extent of a full ban, we’re not there yet,” Adams said at his weekly news conference.
Schools revamp how kids are taught to read amid lagging scores
Only about one-third of elementary school students in the U.S. are reading at grade level, according to the recent National Assessment of Educational Progress. In response, many schools are rethinking how they teach kids to read.In one New York City first grade classroom, Melissa Jones-Diaz goes letter by letter, teaching the specific rules that form the English language. For decades, most schools felt it was unnecessary to explicitly teach kids these rules, preferring to give students time with books on the belief they would most likely figure it out for themselves.Now, specific, detailed instruction is taking over."It was a big...
9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Honors Fallen Firefighters
We’ve become desensitized to stories about 9/11. We all seemingly know what the members of the Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) endured that day 23 years ago. We know that 121 fire engines, 62 ladder companies and 100 ambulances converged on the World Trade Center after al-Qaeda terrorists flew planes into first the North Tower at 8:46 a.m. and then the South Tower at 9:03 a.m.
Intense heat in forecast for NYC, NJ
NEW YORK (PIX11) — An intense round of heat is on the way into the tri-state region. Heat advisories have been posted for New York City, surrounding areas, and a good portion of New Jersey on Wednesday. While the region will be reeling from the high temperatures, it will be short-lived as a frontal boundary brings in a much cooler airmass.
Wines of Georgia Announces Second Annual Grand Tasting and Masterclass Event as Georgian Wine Value Increases in US Market
The integrated communications campaign organizes its proprietary NYC event and several other trade and press activations amid category growth. New York, NY, August 27, 2024 – Wines of Georgia, the organization that represents and promotes the wines of the country of Georgia and is financed by the National Wine Agency of Georgia, which is a legal entity under the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture of Georgia and the country’s wineries, is excited to announce its second Grand Tasting and Masterclass event in New York City on September 26. The largest of the campaign’s series of trade and press activities scheduled for the 2024 program year, the event targets NY-based wine trade and media to learn more about Georgian wine through a day of immersive tasting and educational masterclass events that showcase a wide variety of wines and styles from the region. In addition to the upcoming walkaround tasting, Wines of Georgia will participate in TEXSOM as one of the conference’s largest regional sponsors, August 25-27, and host two trips to Georgia dedicated to wine professionals.
Melania Trump marks 28th anniversary of immigrating to US
Former first lady Melania Trump celebrated her 28th anniversary of immigrating to the United States and praised New York City as a place that “captivated my heart.” Trump, who was born in Slovenia, moved to New York City in 1996 and became a U.S. citizen in 2006. “New York City captivated my heart the moment […]
Six hours in and counting, City Council isn’t easing up on Mastro
Can Randy Mastro, Mayor Eric Adams’ nominee for corporation counsel, win over the City Council? A tense nomination hearing on Tuesday suggests that the answer may be no. Council members questioning Mastro still seem wary of the former Giuliani attorney, and honorifics and promises of accessibility are unlikely to change their minds.
Leonard Riggio, Barnes & Noble Founder Who Amassed a Major Art Collection, Dies at 83
Leonard Riggio, the businessman behind Barnes & Noble who made significant forays into the art world, buying key works of Minimalist art and giving millions of dollars to the Dia Art Foundation, has died at 83. He had been battling Alzheimer’s disease, according to an announcement by his family.A&L Berg Foundation Launches New Program to Support Early-Career Latinx Art World Professionals Riggio was in the rare class of collectors who could claim they had both pioneered an entire industry and transformed at least one high-profile museum. His art collecting, though perhaps less widely known to the world writ large than his...
Adams offers $1K of his own money for the arrest of runaway driver
Editor’s note: The video aired on Aug. 26. WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, Manhattan (PIX11) — Law enforcement continues to search for a suspect in connection to a fatal wrong-way crash on Henry Hudson Parkway Saturday that claimed the life of a man who was supposed to get married just a day later. Kirk Walker, 38, was killed after […]
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