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NYCHA residents protest what they say are inhumane conditions
NEW YORK – NYCHA residents rallied across all five boroughs Saturday, calling for improved living conditions.Residents are saying "enough is enough."NYCHA residents protest living conditions outside Jacob Riis HousesOutside the Jacob Riis Houses on the Lower East Side, residents protested with a list of demands, saying they are dealing with inhumane conditions.Linda Mitchell said she's been living there for more than 20 years, and the water in her apartment has been unclean for over three years."I just came from PA buying water just to wash. I live with a son. That's two people that gotta buy water to brush our...
Knicks Urged to Sign Former Starter as Isaiah Hartenstein Replacement
With the Knicks continuing to weigh their options in looking for a big guy to replace departed center Isaiah Hartenstein, the possibility of a trade is looking increasingly remote. The Knicks could move guard Miles McBride (perhaps with a first-round draft pick) to bring in a low-salaried option like Nick Richards or Walker Kessler, but more likely, they’re going to sign a minimum-contract player.
Former Knicks forward who was supposed to fill void last season signs overseas
This time last season, New York Knicks fans were convinced (or trying to convince themselves) that Isaiah Roby would be Julius Randle's backup. A few weeks earlier, the front office traded Obi Toppin to the Pacers, leaving a void in the frontcourt. Roby signed with New York on the final...
The U.S. Migrant Crisis: Federal Intervention Needed Now (video)
The United States is facing an unprecedented migrant crisis that requires federal intervention. Local governments are being asked to subsidize this crisis, but they are neither designed nor built to handle such a massive influx of migrants. This situation has escalated into both a humanitarian and fiscal crisis for cities like New York, Chicago, and Denver.
Residents Set to Save Thousands – New Jersey is Freezing Property Taxes
Living in New Jersey is not cheap. That may be the understatement of the year. It's difficult to make ends meet on an "average" household income, let alone a senior income. According to Bankrate, in April of 2024, the typical New Jersey resident over the age of 65 was only pulling in $1776.73 per month.
'He loved his community' - Wake services held in Seaford for late Hempstead Town Councilman Carini
Family, friends and the community gathered at the Charles G. Schmitt Funeral Home to celebrate the life of Carini, who died unexpectedly last Sunday at 49 while he visited family in Florida.
'I’ve always dreamed about winning': First-time champion crowned at Norwich Invitational
NORWICH - A few seconds after clinching the 98th Norwich Invitational golf championship on the 17th hole, Christian Jensen hugged his parents in an emotional embrace you would see when a PGA golfer wins the Masters or U.S. Open for the first time. For Jensen, winning his first Norwich Invite championship was tantamount to winning a major. ...
Ithaca Sees Warnings as New York Experiences Historic Tornado Outbreak
Being a Cornell student earns you many privileges — including being woken up by an emergency alert in the middle of the night while at home for the summer on another continent. However, Cornellians on campus on Wednesday, July 10 at 4:22 p.m. were urged to take shelter due...
9 Town Transit bus damaged in Essex crash
ESSEX, Conn. (WTNH) — Essex fire officials Monday responded to a crash involving a 9 Town Transit bus. Fire crews responded to the crash on Route 153 near the old Shoreline Clinic around 6:50 a.m. Officials said both drivers were wearing seatbelts at the time of the incident. The road was closed for a little […]
Town of East Lyme introduced Percy, the therapy dog
EAST LYME, CT (WFSB) - Percy has officially been named the comfort and therapy dog for the town of East Lyme as of Monday morning. In his new role, Percy will attend most community outreach events and will be available to provide support and comfort to the public during times of tragedy.
ABS inks MOU with USCG Research and Development Center
The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) and the United States Coast Guard Research and Development Center (USCG-RDC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that opens the door to collaborative research and development on technologies currently impacting the maritime industry. ABS and the USCG-RDC each have maritime innovation projects underway...
Gas prices go down two cents from last week in Watertown
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – Gas prices nudged down by two cents in Watertown from last week according to AAA of Western and Central New York. The organization released its weekly check on the average cost of a gallon of gas for the Western and Central New York region. The average cost of a gallon of […]
Top-prize TAKE 5 ticket worth over $14k sold in Brockport
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A lucky person in Brockport won a top prize winning TAKE 5 lottery ticket! According to the New York State Lottery, a one-prize winning ticket worth was sold at the Wegmans on 4th Section Road. That ticket was worth $14,715. This was not the only ticket won in New York — […]
Governor Hochul Awards Key Contract for Syracuse’s Transformative I-81 Project
(WNY News Now) – Syracuse – Governor Kathy Hochul announced the award of the fourth construction contract for the transformative Interstate 81 Viaduct Project. The award of the $313.5 million contract to CNY Alliance will begin construction on the Community Grid along streets on Syracuse’s eastside, in the former 15th Ward neighborhood. The Community Grid will replace the elevated highway in Downtown Syracuse and will relieve existing traffic congestion challenges in the city, while improving access to and from the interstate highway network and key destinations, including the downtown business districts, area hospitals, and higher education institutions.
Waterford police seeks assistance to identify Target shoplifter
WATERFORD, CT (WFSB) - Waterford police are seeking the public’s help in identifying a suspect involved in a theft at a local Target store. On July 14, 2024, around 4:47 p.m., the suspect reportedly entered the Target store and stole approximately $700 worth of merchandise, including a hoverboard and a scooter.
Schools: Supply Drives, New Leaders at Huntington, South Huntington
Numerous organizations are collecting school supplies for students. Here are a few: The office of Assemblyman Steve Stern is collecting supplies for the Scott Martella Supply Our Students Drive 2024, now through Wednesday, Monday-Friday, 10:00AM-4:00PM. The office is located at 95 Broad Hollow Road, Suite Read More ...
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