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Saint Barnabas High School in the Bronx set to close, leaving families scrambling
BRONX - Parents and students at Saint Barnabas High School in the Bronx are faced with an unexpected summer project…searching for a new high school to go to. The school announced that it would not reopen in the fall. "It is with a heavy heart that a decision has...
Polarizing Ex-Yankees Pitcher Continues Mediocre Performance in Minors
Domingo Germán came out of nowhere to pitch the 24th perfect game in MLB history for the New York Yankees on June 28, 2023. His perfect game came against the woeful Oakland Athletics, striking out nine batters on 99 pitches. But just two months later, Germán was placed on MLB’s restricted list following a clubhouse incident. It wasn’t the first time Germán received discipline for poor behavior. He served an 81-game suspension due to violating MLB’s domestic violence policy.
NJ air quality alert: High levels of ground level ozone predicted Sunday for Jersey Shore
High levels of ground level ozone will lead to an air quality alert in New Jersey from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday, July 7, according to the National Weather Service. The region will be under a "Code Orange Air Quality Action Day" as breathing outdoors will become unhealthy for some vulnerable groups of people, according to the Mount Holly station of the weather service.
Dangerous Bell Is Ringing Now! Unexpected Closure Hits Beloved Clothing Store Chain In Brooklyn, New York
The unanticipated closure of the final store in this state marks the end of a beloved clothes retail chain’s 17-year run. Urban Outfitters sent a final message to its customers before closing its doors for good in Brooklyn, New York. For seventeen years, this shop served the residents of...
Historic Jewish girls’ school in Brooklyn faces closure; community rallies to save it
BROOKLYN, N.Y. (PIX11) — Shulamith of Brooklyn, a 95-year-old Jewish girls’ school with a rich legacy, is on the brink of closure, sparking a community-wide effort to save the beloved educational institution. The school, which has been a pillar in the community for generations, now needs $1 million in donations to keep its doors open. […]
County of Westchester to Pave Midland Avenue Beginning July 8
Westchester County announced Friday that they will mill and repave Rye’s portion of Midland Avenue starting at 7:00am on Monday, July 8. Since Midland Avenue is a county-owned road, it will be Westchester County responsible for this process, which they estimate will span around two weeks. “[The project] will...
Honoring Service: Veteran Joseph W. Groglio Sr., Korean War
Our reporting on local veterans is a collaboration with RyeVets.org to highlight those from Rye who have served our country across times of war and peace. There are over 2,100 veterans from the City of Rye. Learn more about how you can help research and write biographies of those that have served.
Local Shelter Launches Affordable Essential Pet Services Clinic
Pet owners know just how fast necessary veterinary care services can add up. Especially when our four-legged besties are in need of their regular preventative care like vaccines and wellness exams. A well known local rescue and adoption center, who over the years have expanded to serve the area with...
22 Year Old Arrested for Reckless Driving, Assault on Theo Fremd Avenue
On Friday, a 22 year old man was arrested on Theodore Fremd Avenue in Rye for reckless driving and assault, among other changes. After failure to comply with a traffic stop, Wilver Hiraldo of Norwalk, Connecticut was observed traveling northbound on Theodore Fremd Avenue on an unregistered moped. When officers attempted to initiate a traffic stop, Hiraldo accelerated around stopped traffic and drove into the oncoming lane of traffic in an attempt to elude officers.
Orangetheory Fitness opening a studio in Wading River
Orangetheory Fitness is set to open its 15th fitness studio on Long Island, inside the Wading River Commons shopping plaza on Route 25A. Signage on site indicates that the gym will open soon. In the mean time, a sales office has been set up in the shopping center to pre-register clients.
Clifton fireworks on hold due to rain, now take place Sunday, July 7
Fireworks in Clifton scheduled for Saturday, July 6, have been postponed due to the threat of rain. "Family fun day" activities will commence at 4 p.m. in front of the Clifton High School Stadium, 333 Colfax Ave. The stadium opens at 6:30 p.m. for all ticketholders. Preshow and fireworks will...
Spinach Packaged in Newburgh, New York Recalled; May be Fatal
Grocery stores have pulled spinach packaged in Newburgh, New York from shelves due to a major health risk. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a warning over fresh spinach that was processed in the Hudson Valley and distributed to stores in New York. The spinach could contain bacteria that may be fatal or cause miscarriages in pregnant women.
House in Tenafly catches fire after massive tree crashes into bedroom
The crashing of a massive fallen oak tree on a New Jersey home was chaotic enough, but somehow the house it hit on Jefferson Avenue in Tenafly was on fire - just after a powerful storm blew through just before 9 a.m. Saturday.The family was inside the home at the time and had just gotten out of bed when the tree crashed into the bedroom. They ran for their lives, and neighbors came running out to see what the sound was - and what shook the homes around it."It felt like another earthquake - at first, you don't realize what's...
Photos: Crowds flock downtown for Alive on 25
Downtown Riverhead was jammed for the Alive on 25 summer street festival for a night featuring live music, food refreshments, craft beverages, vendors, and kids’ activities — capped off by a spectacular, crowd-pleasing fireworks display. The popular summer street festival, first launched in 2016, will return again this...
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