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Coney Island's July 4th festivities to draw thousands
As Independence Day approaches, Coney Island is gearing up for one of its biggest celebrations yet. Organizers anticipate a larger turnout this year than last, with thousands expected to flock to the iconic Brooklyn destination. The stage is set for the annual Nathan's Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest, a tradition synonymous with the Fourth of July at Coney Island.
National Dance Institute Presents ‘Earth’s Song’
Featuring Queens public school children, National Dance Institute’s (NDI) highly anticipated 2024 Event of the Year, “Earth’s Song,” took place from June 15th to June 18th at NYU Skirball in Manhattan. This extraordinary event showcased the talents of over 150 children from New York City schools, including Queens schools PS 123, PS 161 and PS 33, in a series of captivating performances celebrating our planet’s natural wonders and addressing urgent environmental issues.
Young dancers hope to open eyes with their moves at NYC Dance Alliance auditions
Hundreds of young dancers from around the country and Canada are in Midtown, just blocks from Broadway, putting their best foot forward in hopes of securing a financial boost for their college education.It's part of the New York City Dance Alliance, which is holding its National College Scholarship auditions. Its foundation has handed out more than $5 million to dancers - some of which go on to perform on the biggest stages in the world."We're all pushing each other, I am so incredibly inspired, this is a great place to be," said dancer Charlie Head.Some of the dancers are rising...
Harlem theater company to perform ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ at Marcus Garvey Park
HARLEM, Manhattan (PIX11) — The William Shakespeare play “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” is getting remixed in Harlem. Seeing a Shakespeare production in a park is a summer tradition in New York City. The Classical Theatre of Harlem has performed at Marcus Garvey Park for 12 years. “We needed to have a production that was about […]
JOAN KEE TO LEAD NYU’S INSTITUTE OF FINE ARTS
Art historian Joan Kee has been announced as the next director of New York University’s Institute of Fine Arts. She will step into her new role on August 19. Currently a professor of the history of art at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, Kee is an expert in modern and contemporary art of Asia and the United States. She holds a law degree from Harvard and a Ph.D. from the IFA.
Bronx food pantry needs refrigerator, freezer and AC
THE BRONX, N.Y. (PIX11) — A Bronx food pantry that feeds more than 500 families daily needs a refrigerator, freezer and air conditioner. Organizers of the Open Hand Association food pantry reached out to PIX11 for help. The nonprofit has struggled to keep its produce, milk and meat fresh during the hot summer months. Organizers estimate […]
CU Buffs opponent preview: QB health key to success at Texas Tech
There has been plenty to like about Joey McGuire’s first two seasons as the head football coach at Texas Tech. McGuire is just the second coach in Tech history to lead the program to bowl games in each of his first two seasons, joining the late Mike Leach. In the six years before he took over, Tech had five losing campaigns and only two bowl appearances and he’s turned that round. And, he’s navigated the transfer portal well and landed a top recruiting class this season.
New York Business Owner Arrested for $1 Million Medicaid Fraud
(WNY News Now) – New York – New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced the arrest of David Moore of Tompkins County, who through his company ASAP 2, allegedly stole over $1 million from Medicaid by using fictitious billing and an illegal kickback scheme to overcharge for transportation services. For years, Moore illegally paid Medicaid recipients to use his company, and then fraudulently overcharged Medicaid for the rides he provided.
Man charged with attempted rape of woman in Central Park; Hochul signs bills aimed at increasing access to state parks
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Police Release Photos of Suspect in Connection with Theft of Montclair Pride Flag
The Montclair Police Department has released security camera photos of a suspect in connection with the Pride flag theft last month. On June 7, the community raised the Pride flag on the corner of Church Street and Bloomfield Avenue. On Friday, June 14, a member of Out Montclair, a local LGBTQ+ advocacy group, reported it missing.
Hoboken Planning Board approves 420-unit, 2-building complex at Poggi Press site
The Hoboken Planning Board approved a 420-unit, two-building complex, which will be 10 percent affordable housing, at the Poggi Press site at last night’s meeting. The site had been earmarked for what Mayor Ravi Bhalla initially called a public safety headquarters at his 2022 State of the City Address, which quickly evolved into an up to $192.5 million municipal complex.
Judge suggests Trump felony sentencing may no longer be "necessary" after SCOTUS immunity ruling
In wake of the Supreme Court's ruling that presidents are granted total immunity for "official acts," a path has opened for Donald Trump to avoid sentencing for his conviction on falsifying business records to hide an affair with adult film actress Stormy Daniels. According to The New Republic, Juan Merchan, the judge who presided over the hush-money trial that landed Trump with 34 felony convictions, is no longer certain that sentencing, which was delayed to September, will ever happen.
Often chaotic Paterson council to hold fewer meetings. Will that be better?
PATERSON — Will fewer be better? That’s the assertion being made by Paterson City Council members — notorious for their lengthy, chaotic, and tumultuous sessions — as the explanation for their vote on Monday to reduce the number of public meetings they will hold. ...
NJ record lobster caught by Ocean County diver July 4; no one will ever beat that record
While you're sitting around the grill this July 4 holiday, raise a glass to William Sharp, who caught the mother of all New Jersey lobsters on this day in 2003. He was diving on the sunken remains of the Almirante, an old banana boat that everyone knows as the "flour wreck," which is a story unto itself. The 378-foot freighter belonged to the United Fruit Co. and was steaming from New York City to Colon, Panama, with a full cargo hold.
World's largest ScreenX auditorium to open at New Jersey mega-mall
A new entertainment venue is coming to American Dream. The East Rutherford, N.J. mega-mall will soon house the largest ScreenX auditorium in the world at a new B&B Theatres location coming to the property, featuring an 80-foot-wide center screen and side walls measuring 82 feet each with 242 feet of ScreenX viewing range for the moviegoer.
Giants GM has blunt message about Daniel Jones’ contract
The New York Giants lost Saquon Barkley to a division rival this offseason after they played hardball in contract negotiations with the star running back, and general manager Joe Schoen says there was a very straightforward reason for that. In the most recent episode of HBO’s “Hard Knocks,” which aired on Tuesday night, Schoen spoke... The post Giants GM has blunt message about Daniel Jones’ contract appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
25 in ’25: BJ’s announces newest location for the Garden State
BJ's Wholesale Club has announced two new store locations and one is in New Jersey. The new spot will be the Garden State's 25th location of the membership-only warehouse club. The announcement also includes the 10th BJ's location for North Carolina. “We are excited to deliver the unbeatable value our...
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