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14-Year-Old Schelcy Velasquez Reported Missing After Leaving New Cassel Home
The Missing Persons Squad reports a Missing Juvenile that occurred on Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 8:00 am in New Cassel and reported to police on Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 3:40 pm. According to detectives, Schelcy Velasquez, 14, was last seen leaving her New Cassel residence. She is described...
Hicksville mainstay Peppercorns Restaurant to close after nearly 41 years
Hicksville’s Peppercorns Restaurant will close — and its iconic neon sign will be lit no more — come Aug. 1. So reads an announcement ownership posted Saturday on social media. “Peppercorns has become a home away from home for so many of you,” the post reads. “We...
NY Mets call up two-time cancer survivor from Syracuse farm team
Pittsburgh — Six years after receiving two different cancer diagnoses, four years after he was drafted by the Mets and three years after reaching Triple-A, Eric Orze finally received the news he had been waiting for: the Mets were calling him up to the big leagues. So when Syracuse...
The Borden Complex Nears Completion at 23-30 Borden Avenue in Long Island City, Queens
Construction is nearing completion on The Borden Complex, a five-story industrial building at 23-30 Borden Avenue in Long Island City, Queens. Designed by KSS Architects for Innovo Property Group, which acquired the property for $75 million with Atalaya Capital Management and Nan Fung Group, the 166-foot-tall structure will span 840,000 square feet and house logistics and warehouse space featuring truck courts, a distribution center, two stories of film and television studios, office space, and on-site vertical parking. Earlier this summer, IPG closed on a $435 million loan from Starwood Property Trust and JPMorgan to refinance the development. The development is located on a large parcel between Borden Avenue and Newton Creek.
Donations will help protect Secaucus PD’s K9 member
The Secaucus Police Department and the nonprofit 30x30 Fundraising are teaming up to provide a bullet-resistant vest for one of their most vital law enforcement team members, K9 Brix, and the community is invited to join in the endeavor. Law enforcement departments usually have to turn to nonprofits for K-9...
Behind-the-scenes of Staten Island smoke shop raids: ‘Magnets of crime’
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — New York City Mayor Eric Adams joined Borough President Vito Fossella and law enforcement officials Wednesday afternoon to get an inside look at the crackdown on illegal smoke shops conducted by authorities. Glancing through the windows of Amboy Snacks & Drinks Corp on the 7500...
Dangerous Bell Is Ringing Now! Unexpected Closure Hits Beloved Clothing Store Chain In Brooklyn, New York
The unanticipated closure of the final store in this state marks the end of a beloved clothes retail chain’s 17-year run. Urban Outfitters sent a final message to its customers before closing its doors for good in Brooklyn, New York. For seventeen years, this shop served the residents of...
2 children shot inside McDonald's in the Bronx
Two children were shot inside a McDonald's in the Bronx, police say.It happened Saturday just before 10 p.m. on 2516 White Plains Rd. in Allerton.A 12-year-old was shot in the left thigh and back and a 13-year-old was shot in the left leg. They were both taken to the hospital where they are expected to survive.The suspect fled the scene. Police do not have a description at this time.The circumstances surrounding the shooting are unknown.ALSO READ | Man suspected of driving drunk in deadly nail salon crash arraigned as community mourns victimsLucy Yang was at the vigil, where hundreds came to mourn the victims.----------* More Bronx news* Send us a news tip* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts* Follow us on YouTubeSubmit a tip or story idea to Eyewitness NewsHave a breaking news tip or an idea for a story we should cover? Send it to Eyewitness News using the form below. If attaching a video or photo, terms of use apply.
Fourth of July Accident Devastates Local Family: Fundraiser Launched for Recovery
Fourth of July turned tragic for one family when a fireworks mishap resulted in severe injuries to a local family. The incident occurred at approximately 10 p.m. at 9 Foxrun Court in Port Jefferson Station where a crowd had gathered to enjoy the holiday fireworks display. Patrice Ambroise, 38, his...
Kiddie coaster derails during carnival in Dobbs Ferry, Westchester County
There were some frightening moments at a carnival in Westchester County Thursday when part of a ride came off its tracks.A young child was shaken up in the accident.The investigation into how this happened is underway.The small rollercoaster started to come off of the tracks at the waterfront park in Dobbs Ferry at around 4 p.m.Adults ran to hold the Orient Express kiddie coaster up where it had derailed to prevent the children onboard from getting hurt."We we're definitely holding it up," said Jeffrey Schumacher, a Good Samaritan. "I was definitely using muscle to keep it upright."Onboard at the time...
Amazon Gift Cards Pulled From Stores in New York
Have you tried to buy an Amazon gift card in New York recently, but couldn't find one? You aren't the only one as it appears that Amazon gift cards are no longer available in stores across New York State. Amazon Gift Cards Pulled from Stores in New York. If you...
“Big Money” Winning Mega Millions Ticket Sold In New York
Someone in New York is waking up with a lot more cash in their pocket. The New York State Lottery announced that one "Big Money" winning ticket from Friday Night's Mega Millions drawing was sold in New York. READ MORE: CHECK OUT THE LARGEST LOTTERY JACKPOTS EVER WON IN NEW...
Greenwich Croquet Club Makes its Home in Bruce Park
Last weekend the Greenwich Croquet Club hosted the 34th Greenwich Invitational 6-Wicket Croquet Tournament on the club’s croquet courts in Bruce Park. The players, some are up for the summer from homes in Florida where the sport is popular, dressed in white, though club president Bill Miller joked that he was partial to his gray Crocs.
Where In New York State Will You Find The Deepest Waters?
Do you know where in New York State you can find the deepest river or lake? Or how deep each gets? We have the answers and some more fun facts!. Did you know that only four states have more freshwater than New York?. New York State Home To More Freshwater...
Fireworks light up the Larchmont sky celebrating July 4th!
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Late Afternoon Shooting in Haverstraw Results in One Fatality
The month of July got off to a scary start in the Town of Haverstraw. Late yesterday afternoon, Haverstraw Police were alerted to reports of "shots fired" at an area in town. Once reports for the shooting came in, law enforcement immidiately responded and rushed to the scene. Officers arrived to the area for the reported call, a location between Fairmount Ave and West Street and quickly went into action.
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