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An old fashioned solution to the rodent invasion in NJ
The hot weather has been bringing in some unwelcome guests into New Jersey homes, rodents. Essex County in particular has seen a rise in rodent activity throughout the summer. The heat becomes too much for rodents like rats in the wild so they turn to places like our homes for food and shelter.
Federal lawsuit challenges mask ban in Nassau County
Editor’s note: The story in the video player aired on Aug. 14, 2024. MINEOLA, N.Y. (AP) — A disability rights organization is challenging Nassau County’s ban on wearing masks in public except for health and religious reasons, arguing it is unconstitutional and discriminates against people with disabilities. The federal class action lawsuit, filed by Disability Rights of […]
N.J. man charged with attempted murder in July shooting, authorities say
Authorities in Passaic County have made an arrest in a July shooting that left a 43-year-old woman with injuries, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes announced Saturday. Angelo Jimenez, 23, of Elizabeth was arrested Friday and charged with first-degree attempted murder and second-degree weapons offenses from a July 21 shooting...
Handgun Seized, 5 Burglars Captured Following Wild Pursuit Through Wyckoff, Franklin Lakes
A Birch Road resident called 911 reporting two people inside her home, Franklin Lakes Police Capt. Robert Grassi said. Responding officers located a suspect vehicle, a white 2016 Ford Fusion, near the home and tried to conduct a motor vehicle stop. The vehicle fled and a pursuit ensued into neighboring...
Police fatally shoot man they say refused to drop gun in East Harlem, gun recovered at scene
Police officers fatally shot a man after they say he refused to drop a gun in East Harlem early Sunday.Officers responded around 12:30 a.m. to the intersection of 103rd Street and Third Avenue after someone called 911 about a man with a gun.The NYPD said officers demanded that the 62-year-old suspect drop his weapon, but he ignored their calls."The two officers discharged their firearms, striking the male. The officers immediately requested EMS and performed CPR," NYPD Chief of Housing Martine Materasso said during a briefing held at the scene.A gun was recovered at the scene, Materasso said.The suspect was taken to the hospital where he was pronounced dead.----------* Get Eyewitness News Delivered * More Manhattan news* Send us a news tip* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts * Follow us on YouTube Submit a tip or story idea to Eyewitness NewsHave a breaking news tip or an idea for a story we should cover? Send it to Eyewitness News using the form below. If attaching a video or photo, terms of use apply.
What Are These Colossal Boats Doing in the Hudson River?
Hudson Valley residents may notice a new guest on the Hudson River recently: a massive boat slowly making its way south to New York City. The ship is like nothing that has floated on the Hudson River before. It's not a barge, a dredger, or even a cruise ship. Instead, it's a specialized vehicle that is part of a huge international project.
Emerging Artists Theatre’s Spark Theatre Festival NYC Returns from Monday, September 9 to Sunday, September 29 at The Chain Theatre
Emerging Artists Theatre’s (EAT) bi-annual Spark Theatre Festival NYC, running from Monday, September 9 to Sunday, September 29 at The Chain Theatre will present over 60 workshop presentations during the 3-week run, including new musicals, dance, solo shows, sketch comedy, drag/burlesque,and plays. Award-winning EAT, now in its 32nd year...
Justin Peck’s ‘Decalogue’ Pushes Into New Ballet Forms
<First published online in the New York Times on May14, 2017>. Justin Peck — still not yet 30, yet resident choreographer at New York City Ballet since 2014 — makes ballets both with apparently complete assurance and as if conducting experiments. His latest work, “The Decalogue,” which had its world premiere with City Ballet on Friday night, is his most exploratory piece so far.
NYC hits Coney Island Cyclone operators with 2 violations, as iconic ride remains shuttered
The lonely Cyclone remains closed for repairs after a mechanism cracked this week. A mechanical malfunction on the century-old wooden rollercoaster Thursday was not reported to the Department of Buildings, officials said. [ more › ]
The Unstuffy Gala: City Ballet Delivers Youth and Style
<First published online in the New York Times on September 29, 2017>. Five years ago, New York City Ballet’s fall gala became an event for fashion onstage: an annual rendezvous in which new choreography joined new couture. Since 2014, the formula has been four creations, made by four different choreographers, each with a design team from the fashion world.
Will NYC Sanitation have scheduled trash pickup on Labor Day? Here’s what to know ahead of the holiday weekend
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Staten Islanders who typically put their trash out Sunday night for Monday morning pickup may be wondering what to do ahead of Labor Day weekend. There will be no trash collection on Labor Day and, according to the Department of Sanitation (DSNY), residents may experience collection delays as the department works to pick up the backlog of material.
Gunman sought after 17-year-old repeatedly shot inside Inwood apartment building
Police are investigating after a 17-year-old boy was shot inside an Inwood apartment building early Saturday morning. The teen was shot inside a stairwell leading to the roof at 128 Sherman Ave., near Academy Street, just before 2:30 a.m.
Wrong-way crash on Henry Hudson Parkway kills 2, driver flees on foot
Two men were killed in a collision on the Henry Hudson Parkway in upper Manhattan early Saturday morning after a wrong-way driver crashed into their car and then fled the scene on foot, police said.
Molly Qerim sizzles in ‘bad girl’ First Take outfit and shows off killer heels as fans fall in love with stunning host
FIRST Take fans were enamored with Molly Qerim’s outfit on the ESPN show last week. The 40-year-old Molly Qerim impressed while appearing at First Take‘s special on-the-road show from Fanatics Fest on August 16. Qerim hosted First Take alongside Stephen A. Smith and Chris “Mad Dog” Russo in front of a live audience. She wore […]
Shootings Down Across New York, Most In These 5 Communities
Newly released data shows shootings have dramatically decreased across New York. One part of the Hudson Valley leads the state. Shootings are down in many parts of New York State, according to top New York officials. On Tuesday, Gov. Kathy Hochul proudly announced shooting incidents across the state are down...
Chilly August in New York? Whiteface Feels Like Winter’s Already Here!
You think it's cool for August in New York? It feels like winter has already started at the peak of Whiteface Mountain. As the temperatures drop for a few days, making it feel more like fall in New York, the weather at Whiteface is an entirely different story. Many of...
Hudson Valley Towns Benefit from $30 Million in Federal Grants for Water Infrastructure
The Hudson Valley region is set to receive a substantial boost in its efforts to enhance water quality and infrastructure, thanks to $30 million in grants from the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). This funding, part of a broader $265 million investment by the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC), will support 30 communities across the state in tackling critical issues with their drinking water systems.
New Legislation in New York Will Add Holiday Cheer
Just in time for Leaf Peeper season, Apple Picker weekends, and the Holidays the Governor of New York has signed landmark legislation that will benefit New York's small craft manufactures of spirits, ciders, and meads. Now when you discover a small batch at a distillery or brewery in New York you will be able to ship to your friends and yourself.
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