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New York state will ban realistic active shooter drills in schools
NEW YORK – New York state is banning realistic active shooter drills in schools.In a recent meeting, the state Board of Regents agreed with parents, activists and lawmakers who claimed the drills traumatize children and normalize violence.How schools in New York will prepare students for active shooter situationsNew rules will take effect at the beginning of the 2024-25 school year. In the future, schools will use age-appropriate methods that do not include the use of actors, props or violent depictions during school hours.Schools will also be required to alert parents and guardians that the drill will be taking place at least...
New York Announces $15 Million Funding Boost for Suicide Prevention Among Underserved Youth
A new initiative in New York has announced $15 million in conditional awards over five years to help community-based service providers develop programs aimed at reducing suicide risk among youth from historically underserved populations. Managed by the Office of Mental Health through the Connecting Youth to Mental Health Supports program, the initiative focuses on racial and ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ groups, including those in rural areas.
New York State Reparations Committee Sets First Meeting
The New York State Community Commission on Reparations Remedies will have approximately a year and a half to produce a final report. Following New York Gov. Kathy Hochul’s signing of a bill in December 2023 to establish a commission to study reparations for the descendants of enslaved people and New York’s broader role in the slave trade, the commission is now set to hold its first meeting.
Borrello Urges Albany Leadership to Reassess Climate Act Plans
A recent audit by New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli found that the state's Public Service Commission and NYSERDA lacked adequate planning, monitoring and assessment of risks and challenges in its efforts to help the state meet its targets set forth in the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA). State Senator George Borrello says the results of the audit confirm his view that their effort is a "disaster in the making"...
Southern Tier gets $18.2 million for high-speed internet
SOUTHERN TIER, N.Y. (WETM) — Thousands of households in the Southern Tier will get access to high-speed broadband internet thanks to a multi-million dollar federal grant. Governor Kathy Hochul’s Office announced that areas across the state are getting a total of more than $70 million in tax funds from the federal government through ConnectALL’s Municipal […]
Upstate New York May Be Home To Mobster’s $130 Million Hidden Treasure
The search for a mobster's $130 million hidden treasure continues in the Hudson Valley and Upstate New York. Legendary mobster Dutch Schultz may have buried a fortune somewhere in Upstate New York. Pine Plains Business Is Named After Dutch Schultz. In September 2020, Dutch's Spirits opened on Harvest Homestead Farm...
Hofstra University Pride Hoops Offers Rhode Island Guard Dywane Chess
Class of 2026 St. George’s School (R.I.) guard Dywane Chess has received an offer from Division I Hofstra University Pride Men’s basketball program, yesterday he reported via X. Additionally, the 6-foot-4 Bethlehem, Pa., native–who also plays for the Middlesex Magic AAU squad–holds offers from Albany, Holy Cross and...
Kura Sushi opens automated restaurant in Smith Haven Mall
Kura Sushi has opened a new restaurant in the Smith Haven Mall. This is the Japanese restaurant chain’s second Long Island location, following one that opened last in July 2023 in Carle Place. Kura Sushi features an automated revolving sushi bar, where a conveyor system circulates throughout the restaurant...
Abandoned Coach USA bus routes in 3 N.J. counties put riders, NJ Transit in a jam
With 21 days left before Coach USA stops operating 20 bus routes in New Jersey, public officials and other advocates have called on NJ Transit to find a way to continue the service. On July 11, Coach USA announced it was terminating contracts with NJ Transit to operate local bus...
Neptune Diner in Queens closing Sunday
The kitchen will be closing soon at a landmark diner in Queens.The Neptune Diner in Astoria will be going out of business on Sunday.The diner has been serving the community since 1984.The owner had a 35-year lease which expired in 2019. He says since then, he was not able to come to a long-term agreement with the landlord.ALSO READ | Video shows 95-year-old grandmother assaulted by home aide in HarlemJim Dolan has the story from Harlem.----------* More Queens news* Send us a news tip* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts* Follow us on YouTubeSubmit 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.
Mets make big bullpen addition
With the 2024 MLB Trade Deadline just days away, more moves have been made as we barrel toward July 30th. The New York Mets acquired reliever Ryne Stanek Friday. Stanek comes from the Seattle Mariners, who have been on the end of some already-meaningful moves. Stanek, 33, comes out of the bullpen, boasting a 4.38 Read more... The post Ryne Stanek adds to already-bolstered Mets’ bullpen appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
Quack-tacular Finish: Ducks Dash for a Cause at Huntington Fire Company and Phillipsburg Rotary Derby
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The inaugural Huntington Fire Company and Phillipsburg Rotary Duck Derby quacked its way to success this weekend, with over 600 tickets sold and eight lucky ducks crossing the finish line for fantastic prizes. The event, held to raise funds for local initiatives, drew an enthusiastic crowd and highlighted the community spirit. Nicole Hummer's duck number 558, took first place, earning her a $500 Visa gift card donated by the Huntington Fire Company. In second place was Johnathan Landone's duck, number 301, which won a $400 gift card donated by the Huntington Fire Club. Marlene...
Group assaults man on subway in Queens: NYPD
QUEENS - Police are investigating after a group of people reportedly assaulted a man on board a 7 train in Corona, Queens. Police say that the victim, a 26-year-old man, was riding the train at the 103rd Street–Corona Plaza station at around 11:50 p.m. on Tuesday when three suspects approached him.
Islanders’ Recent Deals Give Patrick Roy Roster Flexibility
The last of the small signings are out of the way for the New York Islanders. Simon Holmstrom signed a one-year deal while Dennis Cholowski did the same. It looked like Oliver Wahlstrom was heading to arbitration but general manager (GM) Lou Lamoriello signed him to keep him around for at least one more season.
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.
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