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Winning $32K Lottery Ticket Sold At East Islip Convenience Store
A winning lottery ticket worth over $30,000 was sold at a convenience store on Long Island. The top prize-winning TAKE 5 ticket – worth $32,341 – was purchased in East Islip, at the 7-Eleven store located at 197 Montauk Highway. It was sold for the evening drawing held...
Hampton Bays HS Teacher From Ronkonkoma Accused Of Sending Inappropriate Texts To Student
On Monday, July 15, Southampton Town Police Department received a walk-in complaint of the inappropriate relationship between a student at Hampton Bays High School and a member of the faculty. During the interview with the juvenile, detectives learned that there was an inappropriate texting relationship between the student and the...
Today's heat could break records. Here's what to expect during the heat advisory this week
A heat advisory is in effect for southern New England from 12 p.m. Monday to 10 p.m. Tuesday. Temperatures are expected to reach a high of 94 degrees and together with the high humidity could cause heat-related illnesses, warned the National Weather Service's Norton office. The heat index value, which...
Island Harvest Food Bank helps feed food-insecure children this summer
LONG ISLAND, N.Y. (PIX11) — For 45,000 food insecure children on Long Island who rely on school meals, summer time can be a challenge. Organizations like Island Harvest Food Bank and its summer food service program provides healthy meals to kids 18 and under. The program is run in 26 locations to ensure kids across […]
Roslyn School District Announces New Roles & Appointments for 24-25 School Year
The Roslyn School District is pleased to announce several new roles and appointments for the 24-25 school year. Harbor Hill Elementary School Assistant Principal Justin Gabrus will transition to the role of Assistant Principal at Roslyn Middle School. Mr. Gabrus joined the district in 2021. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Childhood Education from SUNY Old Westbury, and his Master of Science at Touro College. He also holds several certifications, including, School Building Leadership, Childhood Education, and Literacy.
Roslyn Board of Education Members Sworn In
Michael Levine, David Seinfeld, and David Dubner took the oath of office as Board Trustees at the July 2, 2024, Roslyn BOE meeting. Meryl Ben-Levy was appointed Board President and Michael Levine was appointed Board Vice-President. The full board now consists of President Meryl Waxman Ben-Levy, Vice President Michael Levine, and trustees David Dubner, Alison Gilbert, Robert Koonin, Leigh Minsky, and David Seinfeld. Also sworn in for the 24-25 school year were Superintendent Allison Brown, District Clerk Nancy Carney Jones, Treasurer Winsome Ware, and Assistant Treasurer Ed Joyce.
Crime Blotter for The Week of July 24
The NCPD First Squad reports the arrest of a New Jersey man for an incident that occurred on Saturday, July 13, at 4:30 p.m. in Baldwin. According to detectives, officers responded to a disturbance at Coes Neck Park located at 1240 Coes Neck Road. Upon arrival, officers were informed that defendant Horace Rattigan, 36, of 15 Montclair Avenue, Paterson was involved in a verbal argument with a female victim, 39, and removed the victim’s cell phone and fled the scene on foot. Officers located the defendant nearby and attempted to place him into custody. Defendant Rattigan became violent and combative, and after a brief struggle, officers were able to secure the defendant. An officer sustained an injury during the course of the arrest and was transported to an area hospital for evaluation and treatment. Further investigation revealed the defendant had violated an active order of protection. Defendant Horace Rattigan is charged with second-degree assault, second-degree criminal contempt, fourth-degree grand larceny, obstructing governmental administration and resisting arrest. He was arraigned on Sunday, July 14, at First District Court, 99 Main Street Hempstead.
James Taylor and Grateful Dead tribute bands headline Hempstead Summer Concert Series
Greater Rockville Centre coverage is funded in part by Toast Coffee + Kitchen, now open in Long Beach. Click here to visit the website. The Town of Hempstead continues its 2024 Summer Concert Series tonight with a performance from James Taylor cover band Hourglass at Rock Hall Museum in Lawrence.
New York City FC Makes Multi-Million Philanthropic Gift to York College
This $7.5 million pledge, beginning with $2 million available immediately to York College, will fund health and wellness, athletics, and other programs. QUEENS, NY (July 16, 2024) – New York City FC today announced a $7.5 million philanthropic gift to York College to build on the Club’s ongoing relationship and support its mission of providing high-quality education to Queens and beyond. This represents York College’s largest philanthropic gift since its founding. These unrestricted funds will be used to aid in the growth of the college’s programs and services for students, faculty and staff around health and wellness.
2024 Mets Draft profile: Trey Snyder
A three sport star who played football, basketball, and baseball at from Liberty North High School in Liberty, Missouri, Trey Snyder stood out in high school and exhibition games, and is considered by some scouts and evaluators to be the best prep prospect in the very crowded field in the state of Missouri. After hitting .391 with 7 home runs and 22 stolen bases this past spring in his senior season, he was named Missouri Gatorade Baseball Player of the Year, giving Liberty North High School three consecutive winners, as former alumni Tate McGuire was the 2022-2023 recipient and Karson Milbrandt was the recipient in 2021-2022.
Man caught in tide floats from Queens, NY to New Jersey
MIDDLETOWN — A swimmer who went into the water in Queens on Monday morning was pulled from the water off Sandy Hook after treading water for 16 miles. Middletown Police Deputy Chief Paul Bailey said the man believed he went in the water near Breezy Point in Queens and got swept up by the tide.
Loud boom reported in parts of NJ, NYC
NEW JERSEY (PIX11) — Social media was abuzz Tuesday with reports of a loud boom noise heard in parts of New Jersey and New York City. NASA’s Meteoroid Environments Office told PIX11 News it estimates that a fireball may have flown about 49 miles above Upper Bay near Greenville Yard in Jersey City. Based on reports […]
Loud Booms Heard In NY, NJ Was Daytime Fireball, NASA Says
Locals reported hearing thunder-like booms and rattling just after 11:20 a.m. Tuesday, July 16. The USGS ruled out earthquakes, and residents across the tri-state reported witnessing fireballs to the American Meteor Society. After hours of anticipating, NASA confirmed a "daylight fireball" over New York City at 11:17 a.m. Reports filed...
Knicks Owner Describes Future Of NBA With Two Frightening Words
James Dolan is not a happy camper. The NBA has signed a new media rights deal worth over $74.6 billion. However, the league has faced criticism over its new revenue-sharing model. The most prominent critic of this model is Dolan, the owner of the New York Knicks. In a letter to the NBA’s Board of ...
Beauty salon owner pushed to her death by her own son, NYPD says
NEW YORK -- A community is shocked and saddened by the death of a beloved East Harlem salon owner.The life of 44-year-old Vianel Garcia was cut short on Sunday afternoon in Riverside Park in Washington Heights. Detectives say she suffered fatal injuries after she was pushed down a grassy embankment by her own son, 22-year-old Miguel Duval."A bunch of police were huddled in that corner. There was someone trying to do CPR for what felt like 20 minutes," witness Natalia Weaver said.Police said Duval was taken into custody just hours after his mother's death. He's now facing a charge of...
Judge Sharen D. Hudson: A Lifelong Commitment to Justice, Fairness and Rehabilitation
In the heart of Brooklyn, Judge Sharen D. Hudson stands as a beacon of justice and community advocacy. Currently serving as the Acting Supreme Court Judge in the Red Hook Community Justice Center, Judge Hudson tackles a diverse array of issues—from resolving housing disputes to addressing broader community concerns—with a dedication to preserving family unity and ensuring access to vital services. Central to her approach is the practice of alternatives to incarceration, aimed at breaking cycles of recidivism and fostering healing within the community.
Man Damages Stony Brook Home While Lighting Fireworks; Police Seeking Suspect
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Sixth Precinct Crime Section officers are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the person who set off fireworks causing damage to a Stony Brook home this month. A person set off fireworks in the direction of a Manchester Lane...
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