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6 Cold Cases With Rewards In New York
New York State Crime Stoppers is offering rewards for information that helps solve these 6 cold cases. If you have any information about any of these cases, please contact the NYS Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-866-313-TIPS (8477). 1. Suspected Killer: Mtayari Z. Dixon. (NYSCS Case #2022-108) Mtayari Z. Dixon...
NYSP prepare for the first weekend of the New York State Fair traffic
GEDDES, N.Y. — The first weekend of the New York State Fair is already here, and with larger crowds expected to pass through between Saturday and Sunday — fairgoers having fun in a safe environment will be the priority for New York State Police. The state fair has...
Demolition Wraps Up For Manhattan Detention Complex At 124-125 White Street In Chinatown, Manhattan
Demolition is finishing up at 124-125 White Street, the site of the Manhattan Detention Complex (MDC) in Chinatown, Manhattan. Led by design-build organization Gramercy Group Inc., the $2.13 billion project will replace the aging detention center known as “The Tombs” with a 15- to 17-story facility standing 295 feet tall and spanning 1.25 million square feet. The property is bound by Walker Street to the north, the Manhattan Criminal Court Building to the south, Baxter Street to the east, and Centre Street to the west. The demolition process is slated to cost $125 million.
New York Walmart Makes Major Change To Self-Checkout
After an increase in thefts, a New York Walmart has made a massive change to its self-checkout lanes. Customers at one Walmart will be limited when it comes to using self-checkouts. Do You To Show Your Receipt At Walmart In New York?. If a Walmart exit greeter asks you for...
Rural New York Counties Face Spike in Gun Violence at Start of Deer Hunting Season
A recent study has uncovered a concerning pattern in rural New York and across similar regions: gun violence surges significantly at the beginning of deer hunting season. Research led by Patrick Sharkey from Princeton University highlights a troubling 49% increase in firearm-related injuries and deaths during the first week of the hunting season compared to the week before. This spike persists even after excluding rare hunting accidents from the analysis.
Woman injured in Sparkill shooting on Saturday
SPARKILL – A woman was injured after being shot on Saturday in Rockland County. According to the Orangetown Police Department, officers responded to the area of Edward Street and The Joseph B. Clarke Rail Trail in Sparkill at about 12:40 p.m. for a report of an unconscious female. It was determined that the unconscious female suffered from a single gunshot wound. The unidentified woman was transported to Westchester Medical Center for further medical treatment.
Governor Hochul announces $18 million investment in project at Oakdale Commons in Broome County
Governor Kathy Hochul recently outlined plans for the next two phases of a transformative, mixed-use development project that is breathing new life into the former Oakdale Mall in Johnson City, Broome County. Now known as Oakdale Commons, the distressed mall is undergoing a rebirth aimed at creating a vibrant, walk-able, mixed-use, mixed income, transit-oriented anchor destination for residents and visitors alike in the Southern Tier.
Massive Utility Bill Relief Coming From New York State
There is some great news coming to families who are struggling to make ends meet. New York State is going to be helping to pay the high utility bills for those who qualify. There is a good chance that your air conditioner has been cranking this summer. The heat and humidity have been brutal and it seems as though the summer heat is going to hang on for awhile. What will the winter bring? Will it be colder than most?
Wood Stove And Fireplace Ban For New York State?
As we wait for the fall to arrive, there are some asking "is New York State going to ban Fireplaces and wood stoves this year"?. The summer heat is still pressing on and the New York State Fair is about to begin. However, the cooler air is coming and many homeowners believe the most affordable way to heat their home is with firewood.
New York Goodwill Wil Not Accept These 10 Items
STUFFED ANIMALS - No stuffed animals, infant toys or games. HELMETS - Goodwill New York will not accept motorcycle or bicycle helmets. BEDS - No beds and mattresses, including bed frames and futons. - Goodwill New York will not accept your old treadmill or elliptical. MEDICAL DEVICES - Goodwill New...
Wimbledon Champion Henry Patten ’19 Readies for US Open
08.24.2024 | Men's Tennis ASHEVILLE, N.C. - After claiming the Men's Doubles title at Wimbledon back in July, UNC Asheville Men's Tennis alum Henry Patten '19 is ready for a return to the world stage of tennis at the upcoming US Open. The tournament runs from Aug. 26-Sept. 8 in Flushing, N.Y. at the United States Tennis Association (USTA) Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. The draws and match times will be announced tomorrow (Sunday, Aug. 25). Patten will team up with Harri Heliövaara of Finland yet again, after the duo's victory at Wimbledon. The duo is currently ranked No....
Indicted Former Rep. George Santos Loses Lawsuit Against Jimmy Kimmel For Using His Cameo Videos On Late-Night Show
Former Rep. George Santos (R-New York) lost his legal battle against Jimmy Kimmel. The former New York congressman accused the late-night host of infringing his copyright by airing videos of Santos on his show without consent. U.S. District Judge Denise Cote ruled that “the videos were used for political commentary...
Men’s Soccer to Kick Off Season
Returning for his sixth year with the program, head coach Carlo Aquista will lead Fordham Men’s Soccer into action this fall. Matt Sloan, a former All-Conference and All-Region selection standout at Fordham University, will join him as assistant coach. In addition to the six new additions to the squad...
Rams Football Ranked Third in Preseason Poll
The Patriot League is more competitive than ever, but Fordham Football should be in a prime position to contend for the league title this season. The Rams ranked third in the conference’s preseason poll and were one of three teams to receive a first-place vote. Lafayette College and the College of the Holy Cross nabbed first and second in the poll, respectively, after both staking claim in the 2023 Patriot League title as co-regular season champions with identical 5-1 conference records.
New York State Resident Reports “Cylindrical Shaped” Hovering Object
A New York state resident reported seeing what they first thought was a police helicopter hovering near the ground. However, as the witness continued to look on they noticed something very odd about this encounter. What exactly was this person from Watervliet seeing here? Is this some sort of thing...
Montessori school wins year extension on ‘Charlie Brown’s’
TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON—Apple Montessori Schools, which plans to construct an early childhood education school at 95 Linwood Ave., prominent site of a defunct Charlie Brown’s restaurant, was granted a one-year extension of the Zoning Board’s 2023 approval of its amended site plan application. The board on Aug....
16 towns back Ghassali’s housing case; strategy pending
MONTVALE—Mayor Michael Ghassali said 16 towns, including Montvale, have committed funds in a coalition against the state’s affordable housing law. He did not disclose a legal strategy to be used to challenge the law, approved in 1985. At press time, Aug. 22, Ghassali said Montvale and 15 other...
Old Tappan won’t throw in with proposed ‘four-town’ ambulance service study
PASCACK VALLEY—Following discussion at its Aug. 19 meeting, the Old Tappan Borough Council decided not to participate in a planned four-town study of joint ambulance services. However, the mayor emphasized that they remain committed to increasing daytime coverage for the local ambulance corps. Old Tappan’s decision leaves three neighbors—Hillsdale,...
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