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Elite Design Systems completes year-long Roosevelt Island multi-media project with Key Digital® solutions at the core
Technology solutions provider Elite Design Systems (EDS) proudly announces the successful completion of an extensive multi-year multi-media project in collaboration with the Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC). This transformative initiative encompassed a wide range of cutting-edge installations and enhancements across the two-mile, 147-acre island in New York City’s East River, between Manhattan and Queens.
Schools struggle with staff shortages, from bus drivers to nurses
NEW YORK (WRGB) — A crisis in the classroom special, as we look at staff shortages facing schools. Districts, working hard to hire open positions - from bus drivers to school nurses ahead of the fall. For years, we've been highlighting the challenges facing our local schools. Many of...
NYC Sheriff Anthony Miranda talks illegal cannabis, fireworks
The Fourth of July is a time for celebration, but New Yorkers are not allowed to celebrate with fireworks in the city. The raid of a cannabis shop in Brooklyn led to the discovery of more than just illegal weed this week. The office of Sheriff Anthony Miranda released images...
Jersey City Hit-and-Run Leaves Two Moped Riders Seriously Injured
Two people were badly hurt in a hit-and-run crash while riding a moped in Jersey City on June 29, 2024. Authorities are investigating and asking for public help. Contact the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office if you have information. Key Takeaways. Two people were seriously injured in a hit-and-run crash...
Mountain Lion Reportedly Dangerously Close To Upstate New York
A number of reported mountain lions have been spotted just outside the Hudson Valley. The wild animal was reported in New Jersey, in a county that borders Orange County. Mountain Lion Reported Near Orange County, New York. A mountain lion was reportedly seen in Sussex County, New Jersey. A listener...
Peter Del Re and Kate Giglio Receive Brian Piccolo Award for 2024
The Greater Westfield Chapter of UNICO National recently presented Westfield High School seniors Peter Del Re and Kate Giglio the Brian Piccolo Award for 2024. The award is given to high school athletes in pursuit of higher education and who demonstrate qualities similar to Brian Piccolo such as courage, friendship, loyalty, teamwork, dedication, humor and anti-bias. Applicants must be graduating high school athletes with both academic and athletic achievements.
NY Jews unnerved by spike in antisemitism and raucous protests take to krav maga for self-defense
(New York Jewish Week) — Last year, as antisemitism spiked in New York City after Oct. 7, occupational therapist Ruth Peer began to hear about troubling incidents from the Jewish children she works with in Crown Heights. In one case, an elementary school-age patient told Peer that she was riding with her father when a...
NYC health officials prepping for bird flu
NEW YORK (PIX11) – The bird flu has spread to 12 states, and local health officials are starting to take notice. Dr. Eric Ascher, from Northwell Lenox Hill Hospital, joins PIX11 News to discuss the threat of the bird flu in our area, common symptoms of the disease, and what lessons learned from COVID will […]
Mother, 2 young children stabbed, critically injured in East Orange apartment
A mother and two young children were rushed to the hospital after being critically wounded in an East Orange apartment.The victims were attacked inside a second floor apartment on Park Avenue early Thursday morning.All three were taken to University Hospital in Newark with apparent stab wounds.Neighbors told Eyewitness News the victims are a mother and her two young children, ages 1 and 3 - and that one of those children just celebrated a birthday this week.We are told the mother is in her twenties and has lived in this building her entire life.Neighbors reported just seeing her Wednesday with her...
EVG Etc.: NYPL funding restored; gunshots or fireworks?
• Advocates and lawmakers frustrated by late City Hall report on homeless encampment sweeps (City Limits... previously on EVG) • A woman was killed in a hit-and-run on the FDR Drive near East Houston (CBS 2) ... Family blames construction signage from the East Side Resiliency Project for the fatal hit-and-run (Daily News)
Matt About Town: Experience the spectacle of Z-Burger’s annual Independence Day Burger Eating Championship
What if we told you the best Fourth of July-themed eating competition wasn’t in New York, but right here in the nation’s capital?. In today’s episode of “Matt About Town,” WTOP’s Matt Kaufax brought his buns, and his appetite, over to Z-Burger on Wisconsin Avenue in Northwest D.C., to experience the spectacle of the burger joint’s annual Independence Day Burger Eating Championship!
Roselle native meritoriously advanced while serving aboard USS Boxer
MILLINGTON, TENN. — Petty Officer 1st Class Katherine Chumbiray, a native of Roselle, was recently meritoriously promoted to the rank of petty officer first class while serving aboard the U.S. Navy warship, USS Boxer, operating out of San Diego, California. “Checking aboard my first command, USS Boxer, as a...
Things are happening at Downtown Cranford
CRANFORD, NJ — Storytime with Elmo: Storytime at Max & Luna was a delight, thanks to a special visit from everyone’s favorite red furry monster, Elmo. Not only were children treated to hugs and high-fives from Elmo, but Cranford Police Department Detective Lynne Galvez also read books about police officers and how they help members of the community. Thank you to Max & Luna for offering up their space to host storytime. Make sure you stop in and take a look at Max & Luna’s clothes, gifts and toys, including adorable outfits for the Fourth of July.
NJ101.5 listeners have voted for the best ‘dive’ bar in NJ
Thousands of votes came pouring in on Friday and through the weekend after we announced the finalists in the four-region contest to find the best Jersey dive bar. We ended up with five finalists because of a rare tie in Central Jersey between Ellery's in Middlesex Boro. and Lagoda's Saloon...
Free Pool Access at State Parks All Summer Long!
Governor Kathy Hochul has initiated a statewide campaign aimed at encouraging New Yorkers to embrace outdoor activities and recreation this summer. As part of the “Get Offline, Get Outside” initiative, she announced free admission to several New York State Park pools, alongside other initiatives promoting health and wellness.
Nutley HS boys volleyball team spikes down another successful season
NUTLEY, NJ — The Nutley High School boys volleyball team enjoyed another successful season. Under head coach Kevin Reilly, the Raiders finished with a 15-8 overall record, including finishing in second place in the Super Essex Conference–Colonial Division with a 7-3 divisional record. They also were the No. 6 seed in the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association’s North Jersey, Group 2 state sectional tournament.
NYPD Officer Tragically Killed in Long Island Salon Crash Caused by Drunk Driver
A tragic incident unfolded at Hawaii Nail & Spa in Deer Park, NY, where a vehicle struck the salon, resulting in the death of NYPD officer Emilia Kowalczyk, 30. She was in the salon to get her nails done in preparation for a wedding. Driver Charged. Steven Schwally of Dix...
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