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New Agreement Attempts to Safeguard LGBTQ+ Youth in Foster Care
Dan entered into the youth shelter system at the age of 17. As a young child growing up in Brooklyn, Dan said he experienced immense bullying and mistreatment as a result of his gender identity. After coming out as transgender in his junior year of high school, he said he felt a lot of pressure from friends, but also at home.
Calling All Actors: Two Stars Needed For a Downtown Movie
Our Filmmakers in Chief, Remy and Andrew Neymarc, known professionally as the Neymarc Brothers, are gearing up to film in Lower Manhattan this summer. The duo, whose credits include the viral short “Happy Valentine’s Day,” beat out an impressive selection of applicants for the Filmmaker in Chief creative residency with their film treatment, and soon they’ll start filming “Dance” downtown. The Neymarcs are looking to cast two lead roles: Gabriela and Raphael.
Simon Holmstrom’s Fit on the Islanders is Unclear
The New York Islanders selected Simon Holmstrom with the 23rd pick in the 2019 NHL Draft, meaning his first five years in the organization have concluded. He is a winger with a powerful shot and strong defensive instincts, and he has demonstrated moments of brilliance during his NHL career. At 23 years old, time is running out for him to realize his potential and his path to securing a top-six role has become more challenging due to uncertainties about his place in the lineup. Given his performances so far, what should his short- and long-term expectations be on Long Island?
Juan Soto hit an absolutely majestic home run
New York Yankees superstar Juan Soto has brought fans to their feet all season long. Whether it’s his undeniable determination or the way he hits the ball, Soto’s exciting play has been one of the team’s highlights this year. Soto added yet another highlight to the collection...
Small plane crashes at Long Island MacArthur Airport; pilot and passenger killed
An investigation is underway after a small plane crashed at Long Island MacArthur Airport in Islip on Monday, killing a pilot and passenger.The FAA says a single-engine Beechcraft Bonanza A36 crashed near the end of the runway at the airport around 6:15 p.m.Suffolk County police say the small plane took off in the southwest direction and, according to a witness, was airborne and for some "unknown reason" attempted to return to the airport. Upon return, the aircraft crashed.They say two adult men, the pilot and a passenger, were pronounced dead at the scene. They have yet to be identified.No other...
27-Year-Old Injures Cops At Merrick Planet Fitness: Police
Nassau County Police were called about a disturbance at the Planet Fitness in Merrick, located on Merrick Road, shortly before 8 p.m. Sunday, July 21. As they were arriving, Getho Brevette, of Merrick, drove away heading westbound on Merrick Road. Moments later, he crashed into another vehicle before leaving the scene and returning to Planet Fitness, police said.
Birthday Celebrations At The Glen Cove Senior Center
Each month, the Glen Cove Senior Center hosts birthday celebrations. This July, the center was joined by Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D – Glen Cove) to celebrate her mother, Dr. Millie DeRiggi. Dr. Millie DeRiggi celebrated her 86th birthday with the center on July 19. As...
Know Him? Crocs-Wearing Burglar Snags Cash From Long Island Macy's Store
If you recognize this fashion-forward burglar, police want to hear from you.Nassau County Police were called to the Green Acres Mall in Valley Stream at around 8 a.m. Sunday, July 21, for a burglary at the Macy’s store.Surveillance video captured a man entering the store through an unlocked door be…
Nassau County Police Conducting Intense Search for Missing 15-Year-Old New Cassel Girl
The Missing Persons Squad reports the details of a Missing Juvenile that occurred on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at 9:45 p.m. and was reported to police on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at 10:00 p.m. According to Detectives, Zara Harvey, 15, was last seen in her New Cassel residence. She is...
New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, Assemblymember William Magnarelli Announce $3M Investment in JMA Wireless Dome Renovation Project
New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie and Assemblymember William Magnarelli today announced a $3 million investment to support and advance the transformative JMA Wireless Dome renovation project. The pair made the announcement during a press conference at the JMA Dome flanked by Syracuse University leaders and several coaches, including Adrian Autry, head men’s basketball coach, Fran Brown, head football coach, Gary Gait, head men’s lacrosse coach, and Felisha Legette-Jack, head women’s basketball coach.
Terrible Humidity Returns To New York As Next Heat Wave Nears
The humidity is returning to New York State and could bring more severe weather and a fourth heatwave. In early July, New York State was in the top 5 percent of most humid places on the planet. The humidity on July 10 in New York was worse than in Florida...
Toxic Candy Found In New York Still For Sale, Many Hospitalized
Recalled candy, that may cause a fatal illness, is still available for sale in New York State. Many people have been hospitalized. The FDA continues to warn about candy from a California company that is getting many people sick across the United States, including in New York State. FDA: Destroy...
The Most Deadly Prison Riot In America Happened In New York
New York State has the notorious distinction of being the home of the deadliest prison riot in U.S. history. The 53rd anniversary of the tragedy is coming up in about a month and a half. The Attica Prison Riot, also known as the Attica Prison Rebellion, began on September 9, and ended on September 13, 1971, at the Attica Correctional Facility in Attica, New York. Attica is located at 639 Exchange Street in Wyoming County.
Upstate New York May Be Home To Mobster’s $130 Million Hidden Treasure
The search for a mobster's $130 million hidden treasure continues in the Hudson Valley and Upstate New York. Legendary mobster Dutch Schultz may have buried a fortune somewhere in Upstate New York. Pine Plains Business Is Named After Dutch Schultz. In September 2020, Dutch's Spirits opened on Harvest Homestead Farm...
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