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Edison Council Tables Ordinance to Reduce Maximum Height for New Developments on Amboy Avenue
EDISON, NJ - The township has tabled an ordinance to amend the Amboy Avenue Redevelopment Plan. The ordinance would have reduced the maximum height for new mixed-use buildings. The council voted four to two to table the ordinance at their regular meeting on Wednesday. The ordinance aimed to reduce the permissible height for mixed-use retail and office buildings. The maximum height would be reduced from forty-five feet/four stories to thirty feet/3.5 stories, according to the proposal.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Members of the council expressed that they were not given enough information about...
Islanders’ Recent Deals Give Patrick Roy Roster Flexibility
The last of the small signings are out of the way for the New York Islanders. Simon Holmstrom signed a one-year deal while Dennis Cholowski did the same. It looked like Oliver Wahlstrom was heading to arbitration but general manager (GM) Lou Lamoriello signed him to keep him around for at least one more season.
Reports place Yankees as key contenders for Marlins’ Tanner Scott
On the same day the Yankees acquired Jazz Chisholm Jr. from the Marlins, a rumor emerged suggesting that another Miami player has drawn the attention of the Bronx Bombers. According to the NY POST, the Yankees are among six contending teams prominently involved in trade talks for Marlins All-Star left-hander Tanner Scott.
Little League East Region All-Star 11s baseball: South Shore rolls in opener, 15-0
BEVERLY, Mass. -- South Shore Little League showed zero hangover effect from Friday’s dramatic NYS championship as the Tottenville loop opened play at the 11-year-old East Region Invitational at Beverly Little League with a 15-0 mercy-rule shellacking of Bedford LL (New Hampshire). SS is back in pool-play action Sunday...
Yankees Aim To Activate Five-Time All-Star Before Next Week
Indeed, it has been a struggle for this Yankees team that has lost multiple key stars to their lineup this season. But they should be getting one of their key players as soon as possible. Designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton could be activated as early as Monday as long as everything goes to plan, according to Aaron Boone.
Chris Kreider Talks About Personal Relationship With Reilly Smith
Chris Kreider and Reilly Smith will likely be linemates, but what many people may not actually know is that these two forwards actually know each other on a personal basis.
Update: Haverstraw Police Offering Reward for Help in Homicide Investigation
Earlier this month, law enforcement from the Haverstraw Police Department were called to the scene of a scary scene in Haverstraw for the report of "shots fired". When law enforcement arrived on the scene they found one deceased individual who sustained multiple gunshot wounds. Over the last few weeks law...
Mystery abounds after decomposed bodies of man and woman found in Brooklyn building
It remains a mystery what happened to a man and a woman whose badly decomposed bodies were found inside a Brooklyn apartment, with a knife found near one of them. Police said the pair found in the apartment Wednesday morning on Ditmas Avenue in Kensington were a 54-year-old woman and a man in his 20s, who neighbors said may have been her nephew.
Report: Mets Showing Trade Interest in Michael Conforto
The Mets are showing interest in a reunion with outfielder Michael Conforto, per Mike Puma of the New York Post. Conforto, who is in the midst of his second season with the San Francisco Giants, is slashing .226/.298/.415 on the year with 10 home runs and 17 doubles across 299 plate appearances.
Mets trade for reliever Ryne Stanek
In a move to bolster an injury-riddled bullpen, the Mets traded for right-handed reliever Ryne Stanek, sending Minor League outfielder Rhylan Thomas to the Seattle Mariners in the trade. Stanek (33, today incidentally—happy birthday!) made his Major League debut for the Tampa Bay Rays on May 14, 2017, spending his...
Video shows a home health care staff assaulting a 95-year-old New York City woman
Video footage captured a disturbing incident in Harlem where a 95-year-old woman was subjected to physical abuse by her home health care aide. The caregiver, who was meant to provide care and support, was instead caught on camera assaulting the elderly woman. This incident has raised serious concerns about the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable individuals who rely on home health care services.
NYC Summer Streets kicks off in Queens, Staten Island
New York City’s Summer Streets celebration begins on Saturday in Queens and Staten Island, encouraging New Yorkers to get outside by turning hustle-prone streets into carless safety zones for pedestrians and cyclists.
Broom Drill In A Harlem Church: A Unique 1882 Tradition
In 1882, a unique and charming tradition known as the Broom Drill took place in a Harlem church in Harlem, New York. This event, combined with discipline, entertainment, and community spirit, quickly became a beloved activity among the congregants and the broader community in Harlem. The Broom Drill, characterized by...
Yankees Make Deal, Acquire Jazz Chisholm from Marlins
The New York Yankees have acquired infielder Jazz Chisholm in a deal with the Miami Marlins for Yankee’s catching prospect, Agustin Ramirez, among others. This is a great trade for the Yankees as Chisholm is only 26-years-old and is under team control until 2027. Jazz will bring speed, and life to a team that is lacking in both of those areas. On the year, Chisholm is hitting .249 with 13 homers and 50 RBI. The Bahamas native has also stolen 22 bases this year to boot.
Meet RHONJ star Danielle Cabral at Integrated Athletic Initiative’s 2nd Annual Night at Casa Belvedere
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Plans are underway for the much-anticipated 2nd Annual Night at Casa Belvedere, hosted by the Integrated Athletic Initiative, as part of the capital campaign for the new building and to build awareness for the Initiative. On Thursday, Aug. 1, the exclusive event will unfold at...
Police In Secret Cars Issued Insane Amount Of Tickets In New York
Police in secret vehicles helped issue nearly 40,000 tickets in a very short period of time. Just before the 4th Of July holiday, New York State Police announced a "crack down on drunk and drugged driving and other traffic infractions." Sad News: These 11 Popular Food Items Are Gone From...
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