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J. Michael Cline Dies In Fall From Midtown Manhattan Hotel Suite; Fandango Founder Was 64
J. Michael Cline, a founding investor and former chairman of online ticketing service Fandango, died Tuesday after falling from the window of a high-rise hotel in midtown Manhattan. Hollywood & Media Deaths In 2024: Photo Gallery & Obituaries The New York Post had the news first. The NYPD confirmed to Deadline that a man of that name and age, 64, fell from the Kimberly Hotel at 145 East 50th. Reports said he died by suicide and left a note. Cline was a managing partner at Accretive, which funds start-up companies, and the executive chairman of Juxtapose, which has a similar...
Chambefest animated Atlantic Ave last Sunday
Fun was in abundance at the Chamberfest street fair last Sunday on Atlantic Avenue. Hosted by the Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce, neighbors participated in a day filled with crafts, rides, activities, and food. This event was sponsored by Huntington Learning Center, The Bristal Assisted Living, The Little Gym of Lynbrook, and the Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce.
Masked Burglar Smashes Way Into 2 Long Island Businesses
If you recognize this masked burglar who targeted two businesses on Long Island, police want to hear from you. The break-ins happened overnight, in the early hours of Thursday, July 18, in Carle Place. Nassau County Police said a masked man threw a rock through a glass window at Sunny Nail Spa on V…
Seen Him? Alert Issued For Missing Long Island Man
Police are asking for help in locating a Long Island man who was reported missing.Charles Cacoque, age 82, was last seen in the village of Freeport walking southbound on Babylon Turnpike at around 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 17.Nassau County Police said Cacoque has dementia and may be in need of medi…
Meet the new pastor of Valley Stream Grace United Methodist Church
The Rev. Eumin Kim has been named the new pastor of Grace United Methodist Church. When Kim learned he would be ministering to a congregation as ethnically diverse as the village where they live, he felt “excited,” if not completely in his element. Navigating new social situations as...
Governor Hochul unveils new digital portal to boost affordable child care in NY
Governor Kathy Hochul Friday announced the launch of New York's new digital portal that will help improve access to affordable child care. Alongside NY Senator Kristen Gillibrand at the Club Fed Childcare center on Clinton Avenue in Albany, made the announcement.
New York state civil service: These applications are open through August
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The New York State Department of Civil Service (DCS) has released its July through August application schedule for New York’s entry-level civil service exams. The open-competitive exams are an opportunity to start a career with New York state. These tests are open to anyone...
This Destructive, Invasive Insect Has Been Spotted In Upstate New York! See it, Kill It!
The Spotted Lanternfly is an invasive species to New York and must be killed. Their hatching season occurred in May and June and now they have been spotted here in New York State. It's time to take action. According to the New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), the Spotted...
The Deadliest Tornados In New York State History
Nearly 30 New Yorkers have passed away due to a tornado. New York State just set a record for the most tornados in one month. According to NY Databases.com nearly 30 people have been killed in tornados since 1950. With all these tornados touching down, we looked into the deadliest...
New York State DEC Says Man Tried to Escape Custody Using Rideshare
Ridesharing was once referred to as the "future of public transport", as companies such as Uber, Lyft, and others allow riders to use mobile apps to request rides from nearby drivers. This can help provide quick and easy transportation, while removing some of the excess congestion on our roads. Attempting...
New Yorkers Warned About So-Called ‘Parent Replacement Act’
A new California law is being described by some as a "warning" to parents about a proposal that New Yorkers will be voting on in November. Earlier this week, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a law that some New Yorkers fear will soon impact the Empire State. California Law Described...
Better Business Bureau warns of storm scammers
CENTRAL NEW YORK (WSYR-TV) — Homeowners and businesses continue to clean up after severe storms swept through parts of the central New York region. For those left with extensive damage, the Better Business Bureau is warning you to not fall victim to scammers. Many Central New Yorkers are still picking up the pieces after severe […]
Microsoft outage hits airlines, banks and more in New York
A major cybersecurity firm has blamed a faulty system update amid a Friday morning technology outage that disrupted the operations of major airlines, media companies, banks, medical facilities and telecoms firms around the globe. Crowdstrike, a U.S. firm that advertises being used by over half of Fortune 500 companies, said one of its recent content updates had a defect that impacted Microsoft's Windows Operating System, adding that the incident was "not a security incident or cyberattack." ...
Reshaping the future of learning
State education officials could potentially do away with the Regents exam, as part of its vision to provide multiple pathways to a high school diploma. The changes, if implemented, could alter the existing graduation requirements for public schools across the state — including in Rockville Centre, where alternative pathways such as Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate diplomas are already offered.
Want a free air conditioner? Today is the last day for New Yorkers to apply
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Time is running out, New York — today is the last day to get a free air conditioner, courtesy of the state. With the sticky heat casting a sweaty shadow over New Yorkers far and wide, Gov. Kathy Hochul is helping low-income New Yorkers get air conditioners via a $22 million addition to the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP).
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