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NY schools must notify parents of lockdown drills, try to avoid unintended student trauma
Starting this fall, New York schools will have to develop procedures for notifying parents ahead of lockdown drills and will have to make sure that drills do not mimic a school shooting or other incident of violence. The state Board of Regents, which sets statewide education policy, approved the changes...
Gov. Hochul weighs banning cellphones in classrooms across NY
NEW YORK (PIX11) – New York lawmakers are considering a statewide ban on cellphones in classrooms. Gov. Kathy Hochul met with superintendents, teachers and union leaders from several school districts on Monday on the possible restrictions. “The principals, the superintendents also told me about what happens when students are there, capturing everything that happens with […]
Investigation Underway After 2-Year-Old Dies In Hot Car In Region
Police are investigating after a 2-year-old died from cardiac arrest in the region.The incident occurred in Sullivan County around 6:45 p.m., Tuesday, July 16, in the village of Monticello.According to Lt. Mark Johnstone of the Monticello Police, officers responded to a 911 call of a child in cardi…
11-year-old Ellenville girl selling jewelry outside in the heat surprised by police with new bicycle
“It’s about showing the youth and being engaged with our youth and showing them that if you work hard and do it honestly and try to put your best foot forward good things happen.”
New Paltz Sees More Changes as New Business Replaces Mediterranean Restaurant
New Paltz has been rapidly evolving this year. There have been over 12 major business changes in the New Paltz area alone. From restaurants like Schatzi's and A Tavola closing to new businesses like the first legal marijuana dispensary opening, the town has seen a lot of changes in the last 7 months.
Schools Give Students a Career Head Start with Help Desk Opportunities
Tara worked as a newspaper reporter and editor for more than 13 years and served as executive editor of the full suite of CDW Tech magazines until 2019. She enjoys learning about new technology and traveling with her family. In K–12 education, budget-strapped districts must try to keep up with...
Nathan’s Famous hot dogs are 5 cents today
NEW YORK (PIX11) — In honor of National Hot Dog Day, Nathan’s Famous is selling its franks for their original price of $0.05. Customers can only buy two cheap hot dogs each at some locations across New York and New Jersey. The hot dogs will be sold from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. across the […]
County Executive Neuhaus Signs Resolution to Purchase Maple Avenue Building in Chester
Goshen, N.Y. – On Monday, Orange County Executive Steve Neuhaus officially signed the resolution, entering into an agreement to purchase the Maple Avenue Building located in the Village of Chester. The future of the building has been under consideration for some time, including a failed referendum in 2019 until on July 2nd, the Orange County Legislature moved the process of acquiring ownership along with a unanimous vote.
Next Speaker in Leadership Series is Announced
GOSHEN – Orange County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus has announced that he will host the next installment of his Leadership Series at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23rd in the auditorium at the County’s Emergency Services Center, located at 22 Wells Farm Road in Goshen. The event will...
Alleged extremist group leader accused of planning to poison kids in NYC
NEW YORK -- The alleged leader of a violent extremist group plotted to poison children and minorities in New York City, authorities said Tuesday.Michail Chkhikvishvili, 20, was arrested in Moldova on July 6.According to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of New York, Chkhikvishvili is the leader of the "Maniac Murder Cult," an international racially and ethnically motivated violent extremist group.Authorities said Chkhikvishvili was staying with a relative in Brooklyn in 2022 and began using encrypted mobile messaging platforms to encourage others to commit violent hate crimes. He also claimed that he committed hate crimes himself while living...
One Year Ago Today – Beloved NYC TV Meteorologist, Elise Finch, Suddenly Died
It was one year ago today (July 16, 2023) that a beloved face in New York City television died. Elise Finch, a longtime meteorologist with WCBS-TV (CBS 2), died in a New York City hospital on July 16, 2023. WCBS-TV confirmed the news shortly after her death, which left her...
Inside César, a New N.Y.C. Restaurant in Soho Helmed by a Former Michelin 3-Starred Chef
One of New York City’s former Michelin three-starred chefs is back on the scene.The Celebrated Portland Chef Naomi Pomeroy Died in a River Accident Over the Weekend César Ramirez, who used to head up the kitchen at Chef’s Table at Brooklyn Fare, opened his namesake restaurant, César, on Tuesday. Located in SoHo, it’s a much larger space than he once had, with 13 counter seats and 36 table seats. The menu, however, has some similarities: There’s still a strong focus on seafood, and a few of Ramirez’s signature dishes appear here once again. “This restaurant is the fruit of my many years...
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