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Large Boa Constrictor Found Inside Home in New York State
Why did it have to be snakes? Recently, a person notified authorities over something unexpected they stumbled upon inside a vacant home in New York state. However, what officials found in this house was not anything you would normally see in New York. Boa Constrictors. Boa Constrictors are mostly found...
Health Care In New York State Among Worst In America, New Study
Potentially thanks to many hospitals with failing or near failing grades for patient safety, New York State ranks among the worst in the nation for healthcare. Did you know that the average American spends around $13,500 per year on health care?. That's according to the most recent estimate from the...
What to know as REAL ID requirements go into effect less than nine months from now
A federal initiative years in the making and pushed back due to the COVID-19 pandemic is set to take full effect in less than nine months. One local county clerk is advising residents to be ready when the requirements take effect. More from WBEN:
Sayville's Cornucopia to open additional store in Ronkonkoma's Station Yards
TRITEC Real Estate Company announced the lease signing of Cornucopia Natural Foods at Station Yards, the 53-acre mixed-use development at the Ronkonkoma Train Station. "This exciting expansion marks the next chapter for Cornucopia, initially based in Sayville, renowned for providing the highest quality food and wellness items to enhance the health of individuals, the community, and the world at large," said Tritec.
Four-month medical odyssey reveals Rocky Point boy, 11, has brain tumors
The stomach pain and vomiting began in March — and so did the visits to the doctor for 11-year-old Hunter Larosa of Rocky Point. But it took nearly four months of worsening symptoms, numerous consultations, and misdiagnoses before Hunter’s condition was finally diagnosed on July 12 at Cohen’s Children’s Hospital in New Hyde Park, family members said.
Shocker in Syosset: Police Respond to Shooting Report, Discover Victim with Gunshot Wound to Face
The Major Crimes Squad reports the details of a Shooting that occurred on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 11:10 AM in Syosset. According to Detectives, Officers responded to the vicinity of 225 Underhill Boulevard for a male in need of medical attention. Upon arrival, officers discovered that a 34-year-old male had sustained a gunshot wound to the face. The victim was transported to a nearby hospital where he is listed in stable condition.
Extra Extra: Some DNC setbacks for Mayor Adams (he missed his song, for starters)
In March 2023, Mayor Eric Adams spoke at rally in Times Square supporting New York Citys bid to host the 2024 Democratic National Convention. The convention is being held in Chicago instead, and the mayor plans to travel there Wednesday. Because leaving the Empire State is hard, here are some links. [ more › ]
NYC test scores: Math scores rose, while English scores declined, data shows
Sign up for Chalkbeat New York’s free daily newsletter to keep up with NYC’s public schools.Math scores rose across New York City public schools last school year while English scores ticked down, according to state test results released Wednesday by city officials.Among students in grades 3-8, 53.4% were considered proficient or above in math, an increase of 3.5 percentage points. The share of children considered to be reading on grade level slipped to 49.1% — a 2.6 point decrease.The dip in English scores comes at a pivotal moment, as schools Chancellor David Banks’ top priority is to raise literacy rates....
Manhattan College rings in new semester as a university
RIVERDALE, The Bronx (PIX11) — One local college is changing its name for the first time in more than 100 years. Manhattan College in the Bronx will start the upcoming semester under the new name Manhattan University. It marks the first name change for the Catholic institution since 1861. The change is meant to recognize […]
Outrage Erupts in Staten Island Over Disturbing NYPD Stop Gone Wrong
A video that has been making the rounds in Staten Island has sparked widespread outrage, capturing a chaotic NYPD stop that quickly spiraled out of control. The incident occurred in West New Brighton on the North Shore of Staten Island, drawing significant attention and criticism from the community. Video footage...
A guide to fresh farm produce on Staten Island in 2024
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — At the height of the Northeast’s growing season, regional produce can be purchased locally. For the city-dweller on Staten Island, here is where to find fresh-from-the-farm fruits and veggies right now. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link...
City’s contract offer is unfair to career probation officers
Since our last contract expired in November 2020, New York City probation officers, members of the United Probation Officers Association, have undergone major changes. Work schedules for supervising probation officers, who make up the majority of officers, have been changed from 9 to 5 Monday through Friday, with one night until 7 p.m. We now work Tuesdays through Saturdays or Sundays through Thursdays, two of those days until 10 p.m.
Oregon man charged with making hoax bomb threats targeting NY Jewish hospitals
NEW YORK CITY (TND) — Domagoj Patkovic of Portland, Oregon waschargedTuesday in a bomb threat hoax scheme which allegedly targeted New York Jewish hospitals. Patkovic allegedly worked with others to make anonymous phone calls to the New York City and Long Island hospitals threatening to detonate explosives. He is accused of making at least six such calls while livestreaming online.
Giuliani is no-show in court conference after not complying with subpoena
Rudy Giuliani failed to appear at a pre-motion conference in the Southern District of New York after he refused to respond to a subpoena, according to a lawyer for the plaintiffs. Eight Capitol Police officers filed a civil suit in Washington, DC federal court in December 2021 against Donald Trump...
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