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Rocks Rock: Ridgewood Parks & Recreation Offering "Rock On" Geology Summer Camp for Kids
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Is your child interested in rock? Sorry, not rock — rocks? If so, Ridgewood Parks & Recreation might have the summer camp for you. At the week-long "Rock On" camp, children ages 6 to 10 can learn about plate tectonics, volcanology, earthquakes, types of rock, glaciation, identifying local rocks, mining and mineral exploration, gems and minerals. The camp will run from Aug. 5 to Aug. 9 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at The Stable on 259 N. Maple Ave. Each child will receive a basic illustrated reference book geared to their ages for further study after the Camp ends. It will cost $275 for Ridgewood residents and $290 for non-residents. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Register Online here. For more information, contact the Ridgewood Parks & Recreation department at 201-670-5560 or via email at recreation@ridgewoodnj.net. Read more Arts & Entertainment news from around Ridgewood here: Story Walk Returns to Ridgewood for Reading of “Keep Your Ear on the Ball” Ridgewood Public Library to Host Workshop Exploring the Future of Artificial Intelligence on Thursday, July 18 Local Ridgewood Artists Showcase Their Talent at Art Institute's 2024 Members' Invitational Summer Show For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University Professor Leslie Y. Garfield Tenzer Recognized with 2024 Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching
Professor Leslie Y. Garfield Tenzer has been named the recipient of Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University’s 2024 Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching. The Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching recognizes that outstanding pedagogy occurs in a variety of settings at the Law School—it can be found in courses of all sizes and types, in teachers with diverse styles, and across subject matters. Each spring, the Faculty Development Committee selects as a recipient of the award a member of the tenured or tenure-track faculty or a visiting professor with a contract longer than one year in duration. The award typically is based on the faculty member’s teaching during the current academic year.
A 7-month-old tree kangaroo peeked out of its mom's pouch at the Bronx Zoo and here are the photos
NEW YORK (AP) — The second baby of a tree-dwelling kangaroo made its public debut this week in New York, poking its pink head head out of its mom’s furry white pouch. The tiny Matschie’s tree kangaroo, or Dendrolagus matschiei, was born in December and is the second born to the same mother since 2022. It also was the third of its kind born at the Bronx Zoo since 2008. undefined AP Audio: Tree Kangaroo Bronx Zoo-baby
Valley Stream Man Slashes Woman With Knife During Fight: Police
Jose Velasquez, age 38, of Valley Stream, was arrested on Monday, July 22, in Valley Stream, Nassau County Police said. The incident occurred around 12:30 a.m. on Monday, July 22, at the J & F Jimenez Deli at 240 Rockaway Ave. According to Nassau County Police, the woman told officers...
1 dead in overnight shooting in Newark
Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred overnight in Newark. The shooting was reported about 2 a.m. in the 100 block of Woodside Avenue. One male was found dead at the scene, according to the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office. The Essex County Prosecutor’s Homicide Task Force is investigating....
Gleyber Torres, Alex Verdugo take Yankees fans to the brink after series loss to Rays
No matter how badly Aaron Boone tries to convince New York Yankees fans, nothing is changing with this team if they keep the status quo. The trade deadline must bring momentous and cutthroat alterations or else they can kiss their World Series hopes goodbye. After their series loss to the...
Manchester Baseball Field: To Renovate or Not to Renovate
The Mamaroneck High School (MHS) varsity baseball team, a consistent powerhouse in Section 1, is a force to be reckoned with. Under the guidance of Coach Michael Chiaparelli, Coach Donald Novak, Coach Ryan Preusse, and Coach Joe Glaser, the team has consistently produced skilled and tightly-knit rosters. The leadership and high-level coaching have propelled various Tigers teams to contend for section titles and regional championships, showcasing the success of the baseball program at Mamaroneck.
Little League NYS All-Star 11s baseball: South Shore ekes out 2-1 win over White Plains in opener
South Shore Little League’s 11-year-old All-Star baseball team has had its way with its competition so far this All-Star season as the Tottenville loop is unbeaten in nine starts, while copping District 24 and Section 3 South titles so far. Sal Iacono’s nine got a major challenge from White...
Legislators Mulé and Koslow Applaud Enhanced State Funding for Freeport PD, Local Law Enforcement
Recently, July 16, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced a record State investment of nearly $51 million for public safety on Long Island. Nassau County agencies received $1,494,692 and Suffolk County agencies received $1,307,677 for the GIVE funding cycle that runs from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. This funding also includes approximately $21.1 million in one-time capital funding to 39 police departments and sheriffs’ offices – including $387,042 for the purchase of law enforcement technology and equipment to allow those agencies more effectively solve, reduce and prevent crime.
Yonkers Breakdancing League Kicks Off
Yonkers Arts is thrilled to announce the launch of the city’s inaugural Competitive Breakdancing League, spearheaded by the renowned London Reyes, also known as B-Boy London. This groundbreaking program will focus on the education, practice, and competitive sport of the art of ‘Breaking’, marking a significant milestone in the cultural and artistic landscape of Yonkers.
NYPD reports nearly a ton of weed, mushrooms seized at unlicensed Bronx pot shop
The unlicensed cannabis shop in the Bronx where the NYPD says they seized hundreds of pounds of marijuana and psychadelic mushrooms. Mayor Eric adams joined police as they raided the shop, which is one of hundreds across the city shuttered by authorities under an enforcement blitz that began in May. [ more › ]
Tiempo 7/21/24: Latina educator shares her journey to 'Fight for Equity in the Bronx'
On this edition of "Tiempo," we talk to a Latina educator born and raised in the South Bronx.She opened a charter high school there, which has an impressive record for consistently sending more than 95 percent of its graduates to the college of their choice.Dr. Elaine Ruiz Lopez wrote a book about her journey called "The Fight for Equity in the Bronx."She details the struggles and challenges of her childhood in the South Bronx and the fight she endured to open the charter high school.But first, we catch up with the founder of LatinTRENDS magazine, Juan Guillen.The news and entertainment website chronicles the best of Latin culture, music entertainment and inspirational people.Originally launched as Dominican Times in 2001, the magazine's creators and editors rebranded the publication as LatinTRENDS in 2010 and now it's only available online.Tiempo airs Sunday mornings at 11:30 on Channel 7, WABC-TV in New York City.SUBSCRIBE TO THE TIEMPO PODCASTDiscover more podcasts from abc7NY hereWATCH Tiempo on our Connected TV apps for Fire, Roku, Apple TV and Android TV. Click here to learn more.MORE: Watch more episodes of Tiempo here!Tiempo airs Sunday mornings at 11:30 a.m. on Channel 7.
2 people hospitalized after Bronx house fire: FDNY
BRONX - Two people were hospitalized after a fire broke out at a house in the Bronx on Saturday, the FDNY said. Over 100 fire and EMS personnel arrived at the house located at 2925 Throop Avenue around 11:30 p.m. and got the fire under control after midnight. Police said...
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