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ADOPTED! That 'Fowl' Mouthed NY Parrot Has A New Home
A unique parrot was breaking the internet when an animal shelter highlighted this foul-mouthed bird. The Western New York shelter said they received over four hundred inquiries about him. Pepper is known to have some colorful language so he had to go to the right family. He has been adopted.
$100,000 Winning Lottery Ticket Sold In Western New York
This weekend was a very lucky weekend for one lottery player in Western New York. The New York State Lottery announced that a 2nd place-winning LOTTO ticket was sold in North Tonawanda. The ticket was sold at Budwey's Market In The Square located on Divison Street in North Tonawanda, which...
Big Lots to close stores nationwide, including 2 on Long Island
Greater Long Island coverage is funded in part by Toresco & Simonelli, a boutique injury and family law firm in West Islip. They fight for their clients. Click here to learn more and to get in touch. Bad news for Big Lots fans. The Ohio-based discount retailer plans to shut...
Renovations complete at Stony Brook State Park with $4.5 million project
STONY BROOK, N.Y. — The $4.5 million improvement project at Stony Brook State Park officially wrapped up on Monday, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced. She also announced a new construction plan for an additional $6.4 million in improvements. The next project includes a new park office, new and resurfaced parking lots and updated tennis courts, scheduled to be done sometime in 2025.
Stony Brook University & the Simons Foundation named recipient of 2024 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award
Stony Brook University and the Simons Foundation were recently named recipients of the Insight Into Diversity magazine 2024 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award. Insight Into Diversity is the largest and oldest diversity and inclusion publication in higher education. The Inspiring Programs in STEM Award honors colleges and universities that encourage and assist students from underrepresented groups to enter the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Stony Brook University and the Simons Foundation will be featured, along with 82 other recipients, in the September 2024 issue of Insight Into Diversity magazine.
Brooklyn native, former Oakland city attorney says Harris would bring ‘New York-style grit’ to White House
Brooklyn residents and community members have a lot to say after Sunday’s shocking announcement that President Joe Biden won’t run for a second term. Biden also endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to take his place. Harris, already the first Black female vice president would have the chance to make even more history in November.
Men’s Hockey Strengthens Roster with 15 Incoming Student-Athletes
By: Ryan Lynch & Phillip Bausk EAST MEADOW, N.Y. — The LIU men's hockey team strengthens its veteran-filled roster with the addition of 15 incoming student-athletes for the upcoming 2024-25 season, including two standout local talents. One of those incoming 15 are Nick Bernardo, a local product from Hauppauge, N.Y., was previously with the North American Hockey League's (NAHL) Maine Nordiques. Bernardo scored 32 points in 57 games during the 2023-24 campaign and showcased his standout defensive abilities throughout the season. Luca Leighton, another local product from Old Brookville, N.Y., had standout performances in the National Collegiate Development Conference (NCDC)...
Learn How to Become a Strong Community Organizer
Assemblymember Phara Souffrant Forrest is accepting applications for the second annual Bklyn ROOTS (Residents Organizing for Opportunities, Transformation, and Solidarity) cohort. Bklyn ROOTS is a series of training sessions designed to help residents of Assembly District 57 in Brooklyn, which consists of the neighborhoods of Fort Greene and Clinton Hill...
First project under Gowanus rezoning launches leasing for luxury apartments
The first project developed under the Gowanus rezoning has launched leasing. Developed by Domain Companies and VOREA Group, 420 Carroll consists of a 21-story tower and a 16-story tower connected by an underground tunnel. Situated on the Gowanus Canal, the development includes 360 apartments, with market-rate rentals currently priced from $3,925/month for studios to $9,600/month for three bedrooms. Approved by the city in 2021, the rezoning upzoned 82 blocks of the neighborhood to create 8,500 units of housing and new open space.
An affordable housing lottery just opened up on the Brooklyn waterfront
As much as we love Brooklyn, the rents are getting way out of hand—especially if you’re a little pickier about living somewhere with air conditioning and no roaches. Luckily, the city still has programs that set aside a certain amount of units in brand-new luxury buildings for all of us who aren’t millionaires (yet).
Black Punks set to feast in Brooklyn park again
Search our comprehensive guide to caribbean events in NYC for more local events — or submit your own!. When Erykah Badu headlines the two-day alternative global music fest in Brooklyn next month food, fashion, and a cavalcade of diverse attractions will accompany the first lady of Neo Soul. Her...
Off-duty NYPD officer arrested in Brooklyn: police
BROOKLYN, N.Y. (PIX11) – An off-duty NYPD officer was arrested Sunday night in Brooklyn, according to authorities. Noe Tattegrain, 37, was taken into custody around 10:30 p.m. He was charged with assault and suspended without pay, according to authorities. Tattegrain allegedly attacked his significant other during a domestic incident, sources told PIX11 News.
Gov. Murphy signs new medical debt protections into law
The new law bars credit reporting of and caps interest on medical debt and requires creditors to offer income-driven payment plans. The post Gov. Murphy signs new medical debt protections into law appeared first on New Jersey Monitor.
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