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Patrick Roy is putting his touch on the NY Islanders roster and staff
When Patrick Roy took over the helm as the head coach of the NY Islanders, the team responded, rocketing up the standings and claiming third place in the Metro Division. Just over six months after Roy's hiring, he's rounding out his coaching staff and roster with players who fit his mold.
County of Westchester to Pave Midland Avenue Beginning July 8
Westchester County announced Friday that they will mill and repave Rye’s portion of Midland Avenue starting at 7:00am on Monday, July 8. Since Midland Avenue is a county-owned road, it will be Westchester County responsible for this process, which they estimate will span around two weeks. “[The project] will...
Match Recap | FC Cincinnati 2 1-1 New York City FC II (New York City FC II Win 4-3 On Penalties)
New York City FC II recorded a 1-1 draw against FC Cincinnati 2 on Sunday evening. A strong first half from the visitors saw them take the lead on the half-hour mark through Taylor Calheira. The forward's neat turn on the edge of the area created the space for him to finish into the bottom corner. The hosts would level in the 59th minute from Guilherme Santos. The two sides could not be separated during 90 minutes and that forced a penalty shootout to decide who claimed the bonus point. After ten spot kicks, City claimed a 4-3 victory thanks to heroics from Meyer.
Slashing incident in Central Park leaves man injured: NYPD
MANHATTAN, N.Y. (PIX11) — A man was slashed inside Central Park on Saturday, according to police. Two people walked up to the victim, 42, and started to argue with him around 9 a.m. near 67th West Drive, according to police. The suspects allegedly slashed the victim several times around his body with a knife. Police […]
20-Year-Old Balmville, New York Murder Still Unsolved, What Happened to Yvonne Torch?
It's been 20 years since Yvonne Torch was murdered at her hair salon in Balmville, New York. Little to no leads were found during the initial investigation, leaving police and the Torch family still wondering what happened on that day in June 2004. Who was Yvonne Torch?. Dateline NBC has...
NYPD makes multiple arrests at anti-Hillel rally in Clivner=Field Plaza
CUNY student associations, including Baruch College Middle Eastern and North African Society and the CUNY Jewish Antizionist Collective joined other activist organizations to protest the presence of Hillel International, a Jewish campus organization on June 5. The rally began at Clivner=Field Plaza outside Baruch College before demonstrators marched to CUNY’s...
New Yorkers seek relief from extreme heat in cooling centers
NEW YORK (PIX11) — It has been a hot and humid weekend, and New Yorkers are doing everything they can to escape the heat. However, the extremely hot temperatures could turn deadly if the right measures are not taken. The city has added 44 additional cooling centers at public schools for the weekend, including one […]
Donald Trump Is Reportedly Seeking To Bring Back ‘Stop And Frisk’ Policy
According to a new report by @nbc Donald Trump has made some updates to his website and shared his stance on criminal justice. The report states that Trump is advocating for the reinstatement of the contentious “stop-and-frisk” tactic by the New York City Police Department, labeling it as a sensible law enforcement approach. Even though ... Read more The post Donald Trump Is Reportedly Seeking To Bring Back ‘Stop And Frisk’ Policy appeared first on Hollywood Unlocked .
Family speaks of tragic deaths of teen sisters at Coney Island Beach
NEW YORK -- The devastated family of two teenage sisters who died after being pulled from Coney Island Beach on Friday night spoke exclusively to CBS New York on Sunday.Selfless was the first thing that came to mind when father Mohammed Ahmed described his daughters -- 17-year-old Zainab and 18-year-old Aisha Mohammed."My daughters are the best daughters, I can say, in the world," Ahmed said.He was still referring to them in the present tense because he said they're always with him.Here's what the family says happened The teens' lives were tragically cut short Friday night when they were caught in...
How to beat the summer heat in NYC at cooling centers, pools
The Tri-State Area is dealing with a second summer heat wave and an air quality alert.While some face temperatures head-on by sunbathing or going for a run, others look for relief with fire hydrants, beaches, and poolsCrotona Pool was packed on Sunday. While there was not a lot of room to swim laps, there was plenty of space to get wet, have fun - and more importantly, beat the heat.Families remembered to lather up with sunscreen because the rays are a scorcher, and if you are going to be outside for a few hours - you need protection.In terms of...
Five For Fighting Performs on Live With Kelly and Mark on July 4 With Nationwide Tour To Begin
Five For Fighting kicked off Independence Day with a performance on Live With Kelly and Mark at “Live’s 4th of July Family Party” in New York City. In addition the Grammy-nominated soft-rock star has announced an upcoming 4-month nationwide tour beginning in July until October. Moreover the tour will be split into two separate legs; a full-band Tour and a string quartet leg of the tour.
Community gathers to mourn victims after suspected drunk driver speeds into crowd on Lower East Side
Days have passed since police say a drunk driver sped into a crowd at a Fourth of July gathering and killed three people.That grief is still fresh as hundreds gathered to mourn and send well wishes to those still recovering.At Sunday's vigil, not a word was said about the drunk driver blamed in this tragedy. It was all about the victims and how much the community is hurting.There was a massive turnout with only about an hour's notice, bringing neighbors and families together to pray for each other as they deal with loss and grief - and for the recovery...
CONSTELLATIONS Comes to the American Theatre of Actors This Month
CONSTELLATIONS, a new play by Nick Payne, will run July 20 - 28 at the American Theatre of Actors, 314 West 54th Street, New York City. Nick Payne's dramedy explores the multiverse of possibilities of a relationship, raising profound questions about the difference between choice and destiny by exploring scenarios ranging from the hypothetical to the fantastical. As the characters navigate the twists and turns of their connection, audiences will be drawn into the play's innovative narrative and its take on the human condition. Where else but at one of New York's last original experimental theatres do you get a chance to experience an extraordinary play that delves into the depths of love, choice ... and the cosmos.
What happens to NYC affordable housing lottery units when someone moves out?
NEW YORK (PIX11) — New Yorkers enter New York City’s affordable housing lottery each year by the thousands, hoping to get selected for a new place to live. The New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development assisted in putting 15,000 households into affordable units this calendar year, according to an HPD spokesperson. But what happens […]
Cooling centers stay open as city prepares for more heat
Cooling centers in the city will remain open through Monday, with high temperatures expected to reach 90 for the fourth consecutive day. Officials encourage anyone who does not have air conditioning or a place to keep cool — especially senior citizens — to head to a city cooling center, some of which are pet-friendly. Find one here.
NYC public schools chancellor eyes cell phone ban, calling devices a ‘real distraction in schools’
A cell phone ban for New York City public schools could be implemented for the coming schoolyear, Chancellor David Banks said during an interview with ABC News on Sunday. Banks told ABC’s Bill Ritter that he’s thinking about the issue “very seriously” and has been engaging with parents, teachers and even students on the subject.
Here and Now 7/7/24: New NYC exhibit explores life and legacy of Shirley Chisholm
Shirley Chisholm made history as the first Black woman in Congress and as the first Black woman to run for president as a Democrat.She was a trailblazer in so many ways, and Here and Now takes a look at the very first major exhibit on the life and legacy of the former congresswoman, "Changing the Face of Democracy: Shirley Chisholm at 100."The exhibit opened on June 21 at the Museum of the City of New York.Then, Sandra Bookman sits down with Sean Decatur, the first Black president of the American Museum of Natural History, to discuss the recent removal of...
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