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This tiny South Jersey town has built stunning boats for 60 years at Viking Yachts
BASS RIVER TOWNSHIP - At 4 p.m., the workday is over for the 1,500 or so craftsmen at the Viking Yachts boat works. The line of cars waiting to make a left out of the factory parking lot onto Route 9 is long enough to require a police officer to direct traffic. Of course, it wasn't always this way. Nothing rarely is. Greatness doesn't often start out great. Viking Yachts, now celebrating its 60th...
FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh announces resignation date
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Commissioner Laura Kavanagh announced that she will be resigning from the FDNY in August after about two years heading the department. The first woman to lead the FDNY will serve her last day as commissioner on Aug. 7, “almost one month after she announced her scheduled departure and months after she initiated these conversations with administration leadership,” according to a statement released by the FDNY.
‘Let’s Go Brenda’ shirts arrive at Jersey Shore businesses as Kamala Harris seeks presidency
Days after President Joe Biden announced that he would not be seeking reelection, two Jersey Shore businesses that offer “Let’s Go Brandon” merchandise say they haven’t seen a drop off in sales. The slogan that’s become a rallying cry for some Republicans opposed to Biden shifted...
Bus driver’s fatherly instincts kick in after spotting toddler running down busy street
NEW YORK (WABC) - A New York City bus driver put his instincts as a father to good work, rescuing a boy who wandered from his home right into the middle of a busy intersection. For Peter Warner, it was just another day driving his Staten Island route, until it...
LiGreci’s Staaten: A timeless venue | Then and Now
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — LiGreci’s Staaten, the popular dining, catering, and event venue in West Brighton, was constructed in 1956 after a fire on December 5, 1955, destroyed the large house on the property, according to Staten Island Advance archives. Mike Bilotto was the proprietor until Nick LiGreci and his brother, Jack LiGreci, purchased it from Bilotto in 1971.
SILive.com audio: Morning Report for July 26 has zoning changes in Staten Island, a new school principal and more
Good morning Staten Island, and welcome to the brand new daily SILive.com morning report. Today, we cover a wide range of topics, from zoning changes in Staten Island and a new school principal to a fresh ice cream parlor and weekend family activities. Our top stories include the impact of NYC’s massive rezoning proposal, the release of a mother in an infant’s death case, and the appointment of a new elementary school principal at Notre Dame Academy.
New Brand Name Store Coming This Fall To Rio Grande, NJ
If you lived in Cape May County in the 1990s, you had to drive 30 to 60 minutes to go shopping at the big-name clothing stores. For many years, going to the malls in Atlantic and Cumberland Counties was the only option for people living in New Jersey's southernmost county.
Guns & Drugs in Hotel Room & 4 Arrested in Atlantic City, NJ
On Wednesday, July 24, 2024, the Atlantic City, New Jersey Police Department executed a search warrant at a motel, located in the 3000 block of Pacific Avenue. The warrant was served by members of the Atlantic City Police Department's Special Investigations Section. During the search, Atlantic City police officers located...
Buyer acquires legendary family owned bar near the Jersey Shore that closed in spring
The Tilton Inn, a bar and restaurant several miles from the Jersey Shore in Atlantic County, has been sold three months after the family-owned business closed, ending a 60-year run, according to a Realtor involved in the sale. The green-roofed building on Tilton Road in Egg Harbor Township closed in...
'A nightmare' - Disturbing video shows 95-year-old grandmother assaulted by home aide in Harlem
Disturbing video obtained by Eyewitness News shows a 95-year-old woman being assaulted by a home health aide in Harlem this past weekend.The incident happened on July 21 after the home health aide was sent to take care of the woman who uses a walker and needs an oxygen tank.The video -- caught on the victim's Nest camera -- showed the aide whacking her with a pan and also hitting her repeatedly until she collapsed to the floor."It was a nightmare," said Michelle Mitchell, the victim's granddaughter. "It was horrific. It was one of the worst days of my life."Mitchell was...
‘I Could Give a F—’: A New York Judge’s Days on the Bench Are Numbered After She Was Caught on Video Threatening to Shoot Black Teens Accused of Trespassing at Graduation Party
A judicial conduct panel recommended that a New York state justice be removed from office after she was caught on police body camera threatening to […] ‘I Could Give a F—’: A New York Judge’s Days on the Bench Are Numbered After She Was Caught on Video Threatening to Shoot Black Teens Accused of Trespassing at Graduation Party
'STAY INSIDE': Police in NJ warn of 'large swarm' after bees attack 3 workers, severely sting 1
Three workers were stung by bees while trimming trees in New Jersey on Thursday morning, leaving one of them with severe injuries, police said as they urged residents to take shelter in their homes.
Major Retail Store Will Raise Membership Prices In New Jersey
For the first time in seven years, the membership fee at this beloved chain is going up in New Jersey and all across the nation. According to the US Sun, membership fees at Costco are on the rise, and you will either pay five or ten dollars more annually, depending on which plan you have.
Ridge and Valley Conservancy to host Ridgetop Circle fundraiser to support conservation efforts in Northwestern New Jersey
WALPACK TOWNSHIP, NJ (Sussex County) — Ridge and Valley Conservancy invites the community to an evening of conservation and celebration at their upcoming Ridgetop Circle fundraiser, taking place on Sept. 12 at 5:00 p.m. at the picturesque Walpack Inn. This event aims to raise funds crucial to RVC’s ongoing...
Listeria concerns lead to expanded recall of produce sold in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut
A voluntary recall of cucumbers and bagged salads sold in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut due to possible listeria contamination has been expanded to include additional produce.Earlier this month, Wiers Farm recalled whole cucumbers and bagged salads with pack dates of June 5 and June 6.While the products involved are past their shelf life, the recall has been expanded to others in response to an investigation.Products involved in the expanded recall were packed between July 5-12 and sold under the brand names Wiers Farm and Freshire Farms.According to the FDA, the move is being made out of an abundance...
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