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In Brooklyn, a New Homeless Shelter Reignites Decades of Racism
Thirty-five years ago this month, 16-year-old Yusef Hawkins hopped off the 20th Avenue subway in Bensonhurst, a neighborhood in Brooklyn, to view a used car for sale. He would never make it back home. At the time, the neighborhood was primarily Italian and known for being a place where Black...
‘Affordable’ Gym With 60 New York Locations Files For Bankruptcy
Many New Yorkers are worried about the future of their favorite gym. Blink Fitness has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The New York-based fitness company has over 100 locations nationwide, including 60 in New York State. Company officials said filing for bankruptcy is a "strategic decision to execute an...
Wildfire Smoke From Canada Will Sweep Across New York
Today will be a hazy day across parts of New York as easterly winds will bring smoke from wildfires in Canada across the region. READ MORE: DO POLICE IN NEW YORK STATE HAVE TICKET QUOTAS?. The air quality across New York will remain in the moderate range which means people...
Old Farmer’s Almanac 2024-25 New York Winter Prediction
The Old Farmer's Almanac is set to release its official Winter 2024-25 prediction on August 27th but this morning they put out a teaser of what we could expect. READ MORE: WAS THE OLD FARMER'S ALMANAC SUMMER PREDICTION CORRECT?. According to their latest update we could be in for a...
Freeport Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show Returns August 24-25; Come on Down for an Afternoon of Fun!
Kaleidoscope Gem Shows is counting down the days until the advent of their popular, thrice-annual Freeport Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show later this August, with the event promising to attract attendees looking for a fun and enticing afternoon perusing the many unique and fine wares on offer from a multitude of vendors in air-conditioned comfort.
Queens woman accused of hoarding dozens of animals in urine-soaked home
QUEENS, N.Y. (PIX11) — A Queens woman is accused of hoarding dozens of sick animals in a filthy and urine-soaked home, and three cats didn’t survive the deplorable conditions, authorities said. Elizabeth Grant, 56, is facing 88 counts of aggravated cruelty to animals, overdriving, torturingor injuring an animal, criminal contempt, and failing to provide proper […]
Non-New Yorkers are moving in on NYC’s housing market, report finds
Residents of New Jersey, California and Florida accounted for the highest number of out-of-state home purchasers in New York, the analysis finds. Real estate firm PropertyShark found foreign buyers are purchasing fewer homes in the city but out-of-state residents are scooping up a higher percentage of properties. [ more › ]
National Weather Service: “Above” Average Precipitation This Winter In New York
The calendar says it's only mid-August, but weather experts are giving snow lovers exciting news about the upcoming winter. As I write this article, the date says August 15. However, Fall is near. Halloween stores are opening, and pumpkin spice season is days a way. In fact, Dunkin' is now selling a "spiked" pumpkin spice latte with 6% ABV. CLICK HERE to find out more.
Wrongful death suit against Disney serves as a warning to consumers when clicking ‘I agree’
Disney seeks to dismiss a wrongful death suit over a Disney+ subscription. Legal advocate says this is a “horrifying step further” in terms of service contracts. (AP Video: Ted Shaffrey) A wrongful death lawsuit against Walt Disney Parks and Resorts is serving as a reminder to consumers of...
Newark expands AI in schools, continues tutoring, construction plans, Superintendent Roger León says
Sign up for Chalkbeat Newark’s free newsletter to keep up with the city’s public school system.When Newark Public Schools opens its doors to roughly 40,000 students next month, the district will expand the use of an AI program in schools and implement solutions to ongoing facilities needs, Superintendent Roger León said in a wide-ranging interview this week. In a conversation with WBGO 88.3 FM host Michael Hill and Chalkbeat Newark this week, León provided insight into the district’s 10-year strategy, known as “The Next Decade: 2020-30,” which aims to tackle learning loss, implement new curriculum, scale up tutoring efforts, address...
Gas Powered ATV/UTV Ban Looming In New York State?
The fall will be here soon and many people are heading back to the woods or trails on their ATV/UTV. But is New York State planning to ban those that are powered by gasoline?. The summer is fading fast. However, the remnants of hurricane Debby have left plenty of mud and water behind and there are some who look at that as an opportunity to have some fun! Riding a four wheeler. side by side or dirt bike through the mud is so exciting!
World War II Warships Getting Major Support From New York State
The Buffalo waterfront is home to three United States Navy Warships, and two of those ships are in serious need of repair. So much so that it wasn't that long ago that they were taking on water, putting them on the verge of sinking. Over the last couple of years,...
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