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They got a mysterious $24,000 water bill. Then the shut-off notice came.
NEW YORK — In March, as Mayor Eric Adams began an aggressive crackdown on New York City landlords who were behind on water bill payments, a public school safety agent and her family were presented with a brand-new $24,000 water bill. If they did not pay at least $6,000...
Tenants call for more inspections in NYC rental assistance programs
NEW YORK -- Mold, mice, and mismanagement are just a few of the complaints some New Yorkers in rental assistance programs tell CBS News New York Investigates they have to deal with.Their solution is an increase in inspections, but the city is pushing back, saying that's not the answer.One man's underdog story"Now, nothing works," rental assistance recipient David Lopez said.Trying to get the central air conditioning fixed in Lopez's Jamaica apartment has become a David versus Goliath-type challenge.Lopez's multiple sclerosis symptoms often worsen in the heat, but he doesn't give up."I try to get it fixed so many times," he...
Surprise AL Team Shocks The Entire League By Acquiring Mets All-Star Starling Marte In Blockbuster Trade Proposal That Would Shake Up The MLB Postseason Race
A blockbuster trade proposal has an American League team shaking up the playoff race by acquiring New York Mets All-Star outfielder Starling Marte. The Mets’ recent surge will likely make president of baseball operations David Stearns a buyer ahead of Tuesday’s trade deadline. But offense is far from an issue for the red-hot Mets, so it makes sense for the team to consider shopping Starling Marte for pitching help.
Housing Lottery Launches for 5 Stuyvesant Place in Saint George, Staten Island
The affordable housing lottery has launched for Water’s Edge, a seven-story residential building at 5 Stuyvesant Place in Saint George, Staten Island. Designed by Issac & Stern Architects and developed by Brooklyn B Company Group, the structure yields 77 residences. Available on NYC Housing Connect are 23 units for residents at 130 percent of the area median income (AMI), ranging in eligible income from $82,115 to $218,010.
Reality TV-famous Staten Island bar to reopen as eatery Cantina Valencia
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A cozy Dongan Hills taphouse once featured on the reality TV show “Bar Rescue” — and reincarnated twice since — will soon open its doors as Cantina Valencia, featuring Tex-Mex classics and blackened favorites, many prepared on a mesquite grill. “The...
Former 'Jeopardy' Winner Accused Of Catfishing Kids Into Sending Him Inappropriate Pictures
A former Jeopardy winner found himself in hot water after allegedly catfishing kids into sending him inappropriate photos of themselves. Police arrested Winston Nguyen in June but initially released him without charges. Now, authorities have accused the 37-year-old of posing as a teenager on Snapchat. Prior to his arrest, the...
NYCHA residents of Brooklyn's Lafayette Houses speak out after living without gas for months
Residents of a NYCHA building are speaking out over what they say has been a months-long struggle to get their gas turned back on.The residents of the Lafayette Gardens apartments in Bedford-Stuyvesant say they have numerous tickets open with NYCHA, but they claim nothing has been done yet to resolve the gas issue.According to NYCHA, gas service interruption at the Lafayette Gardens began on April 8 and is currently affecting 156 apartments. Residents said issues have been going on for much longer."Gas service interruptions and restoration work are a matter of public safety and involve multiple partners and steps, including...
‘You Are Being Ridiculous!’: ‘Unhinged’ White NYC Coffee Shop Worker Berates Black Customer for Using Shop’s Bathroom, Video Shows
A TikTok video shows an enraged cafe worker in New York City berating a Black customer because she used the business’s bathroom. The video posted […] ‘You Are Being Ridiculous!’: ‘Unhinged’ White NYC Coffee Shop Worker Berates Black Customer for Using Shop’s Bathroom, Video Shows
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.
Braves manager calls out player in postgame rant
Atlanta Braves outfielder Ramón Laureano made several mistakes during the team’s 3-2 loss to the New York Mets on Thursday night. After the game, Braves manager Brian Snitker didn’t mince words about just how crucial one mistake in particular was. In the top of the tenth inning, the Braves attempted to score a run by Read more... The post Braves manager calls out Ramón Laureano for ‘unacceptable’ baserunning mistake appeared first on Awful Announcing.
Mike Francesa sends Yankees brutal message
The New York Mets destroyed the cross-town rival Yankees in a two-game series this week, completing a four-game season sweep, and while livid Yanks fans flooded social media with complaints, no one had a better rant than Mike Francesa. Francesa had seen enough after Wednesday’s 12-3 loss, lamenting how the Mets ran up the score. Read more... The post Mike Francesa roasts Yankees as ‘circus clowns’ after Mets sweep appeared first on Awful Announcing.
NJ struggling to control deer population
White-tailed deer continue to increase their numbers in suburban areas of New Jersey and even in the cities. The ongoing population growth has been acknowledged by groups and officials as a problem for land owners, drivers, and the state's ecosystem. So what can New Jersey do about it? The same...
Shock and Horror in Hicksville: Brothers Arrested After Savage Machete Attack at Local Hotel
The Eighth Squad reports the arrest of two undomiciled males for an incident that occurred on Friday, July 26, 2024 at 10:55 a.m. in Hicksville. According to Detectives, officers responded to the Days Inn, located at 828 S. Oyster Bay Road, for a disturbance. Upon police arrival, it was determined that a male victim, 43, was involved in a verbal argument with two individuals which escalated into a physical altercation. During the incident, defendant Jelony Conze, 21, used his 2005 Nissan Altima to strike the victim. Defendant Conze exited the vehicle, with a machete, and slashed the victim’s hands multiple times causing severe lacerations.
Old Farmer's Almanac predicts fall forecast. See what it says for North Jersey
For those eagerly anticipating a trip to the apple orchards and pumpkin patches this fall, don't forget a sweater as temperatures are predicted to be cooler than usual, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. The periodical released its annual fall forecast, and North Jersey residents are expected to see below average temperatures, while...
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