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Forest Hills Stadium in Queens at Risk of Closure Due to Lawsuit
Forest Hills Stadium in Forest Hills, Queens, has become the target of a lawsuit seeking to shut the historical venue down. The 101-year-old stadium has recently come under fire from locals, who have claimed that the venue’s main concert season lowers the neighborhood’s quality of life. Originally designed...
Las Vegas man faces charges for threatening government officials, including Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, 32-year-old Spencer Gear has been accused of threatening to assault and murder federal judges and state employees in Montana, Washington, D.C., New Jersey, and New York.
Grants are available for nonprofits through the United Way of NNY
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - The United Way of Northern New York has grants available for local nonprofits. President and CEO Dawn Cole says grant awards will total $220,000 and applicants can apply for up to $25,000. Watch the video for her interview on 7 News This Morning. The grant...
Nonprofit led by Guyanese native celebrates achievements of young girls
Sign up for our Caribbean Life email newsletter to get news, updates, and local insights delivered straight to your inbox!. The Guyanese Girls Rock Foundation (GGRF) held its annual Scholarship & Awards Fundraising Luncheon on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at Leonard’s Palazzo, located at 555 Northern Blvd., Great Neck, New York.
Saladino Recognizes Massapequa Graduate for Remarkable Athletic Achievements
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and his colleagues on the Town Board honored Lauren O’Brien, a recent Massapequa High School graduate who will attend Palm Beach Atlantic University in Florida this Fall, where she will play softball on an athletic scholarship. Lauren and her teammates at Massapequa High School won the Long Island Championship in 2023 and this year, were the Conference 1 Champions for the first time in school history. Lauren, a Centerfielder, was awarded the Nassau County Softball Coaches Association 2024 Player of the Year. She was awarded Conference 1 Player of the Year named to the All-County team. Her spectacular hitting and fielding were key components to her team’s success. Supervisor Saladino congratulated Lauren, presented her with a Town citation and wished her well in the future.
Jericho Graduate Named Top 50 Finalist For International Prize
Recent Jericho High School graduate Yashwin Sajja was named a top 50 finalist for the $100,000 Chegg.org Global Student Prize. This international prize recognizes the extraordinary efforts and achievements of students making change. Sajja was chosen from 11,000 students from 176 countries for his environmental efforts and research. Sajja said...
Bonanza’s Stand honored for 127 years of history in the Oyster Bay community
The oldest continuous family business within the hamlet of Oyster Bay, Bonanza’s Stank, is finally receiving the recognition it deserves with a historical marker. Founded by Italian immigrants John and Emma Bonanza in 1897, who came from Italy with a dream to sell their homemade Italian ices. They pushed...
Valley Stream District 13 Board of Education welcomes new leadership
Valley Stream District 13 held its annual Board of Education reorganization meeting to appoint leadership roles and swear in new trustees, marking a pivotal moment for the district as it prepares for the upcoming academic year with faces both new and old. Anthony Grosso was selected as the new board...
Some backyard fun and games at EGP Oceanside
The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce hosted a successful Backyard Bash on July 18 on the outdoor patio of EGP Oceanside. The event drew a lively crowd who enjoyed an evening filled with food, drinks, and entertainment. Attendees were treated to an open bar featuring beer and wine, alongside delicious food...
Fans said the same thing about Juan Soto’s postgame comments
Fans were saying the same thing about the comments Juan Soto made after his New York Yankees were pounded 12-3 by the rival New York Mets on Wednesday. The Mets beat the Yankees in both their games this week to drop the Yankees to 60-44. Soto, who is in his first season with the Yankees,... The post Fans said the same thing about Juan Soto’s postgame comments appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Former Top Prospect Could Be In Play if Mets Go “All In” at Deadline
It shouldn’t be surprising that the emergence of a young third baseman has helped the New York Mets catapult into a playoff spot. However, not many would have expected Mark Vientos to be that youngster. With the slugger establishing himself in the majors, the Mets could be enticed to trade Brett Baty in a potentially impactful deal.
Little League NYS All-Star 11s baseball: Never-say-die South Shore rallies for 3-2 win vs. Massapequa to cop state title
All-Star tournaments are a battle of attrition. It’s a test of which team has the will to bounce back in the most pressure situations -- especially in a double-elimination format. South Shore Little League, winners of the District 24 and Section 3 South title earlier this summer, had run...
Long Beach Prepares for 2028 Olympics, Mayor Leads Delegation to Learn from Paris Games
Long Beach is positioning itself as a pivotal location for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, with Mayor Rex Richardson at the helm of a delegation traveling to the 2024 Paris Games to gather intel on hosting such a massive event, as announced in a press release by the City of Long Beach. The trip is framed as an opportunity for Long Beach officials to learn from Paris's current experience, ensuring the Southern California city is well-prepared for its stint as a Venue City when the international spectacle makes its way stateside four years from now.
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