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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,...
NY weather: Thunderstorms with penny-sized hail to hit Saratoga and Washington counties Thursday
A report from the National Weather Service was issued on Thursday at 6:17 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 7 p.m. for Saratoga and Washington counties. Wind gusts of up to 40 mph and penny-sized hail (0.75 inches) are likely. "At 6:17 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm near Fort...
Do Police Have Ticket Quotas In New York?
As we get closer to the end of the month, you might think that now is the time for police to be more inclined to give out tickets. Growing up I always heard that police have ticket quotas and would give out more tickets later in the month if they were close to not meeting those quotas.
New York State DEC Rescues Man in Hudson Valley Stuck Near Waterfall
Hikers across New York state can get themselves in quite a bind, especially after getting lost or injured while on the trail. But while being unprepared or careless during a big hike can lead to trouble, sometimes it's Mother Nature that just doesn't want to cooperate. And with the state...
Funk Flex to celebrate birthday with free ‘R&B Picnic’ in Manhattan
New York City is celebrating hip-hop DJ Funk Flex's birthday with a free R&B Picnic at Central Park's SummerStage, featuring music from Fridayy, Capella Grey, WanMor, Honey Bxby, Doug E. Fresh, Slick Rick, Dana Dane and more.
Suri Cruise makes bold fashion choice as she's spotted in New York City ahead of big move
Suri Cruise, daughter of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes, was seen showing off her eccentric sense of style as she went for a stroll in Central Park ahead of her big upcoming move
US colleges revise rules on free speech in hopes of containing anti-war demonstrations
NEW YORK (AP) — As students return to colleges across the United States, administrators are bracing for a resurgence in activism against the war in Gaza, and some schools are adopting rules to limit the kind of protests that swept campuses last spring. While the summer break provided a...
State giving $27.5M for women's and children's care in Elmhurst
Gov. Hochul on Wednesday announced the state will invest $27.5 million to expand maternal and pediatric healthcare facilities at NYC Health+Hospitals/Elmhurst. In a press conference at the hospital, Hochul said $20 million will be dedicated to adding three new floors to Elmhurst’s Woman’s Pavilion, more than doubling its size from 16,000 to 35,000 square feet, greatly increasing access to prenatal and mental healthcare.
Modernization Project for Exit 53 Interchange of LIE Completed
Construction is complete on a $27 million project that modernized Exit 53 of the Long Island Expressway, enhancing public safety and improving connectivity at one of the region’s busiest interchanges. The project, one of the most significant upgrades to the LIE since the addition of High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV)...
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