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NYC implements gun-detecting technology in subway
NEW YORK (PIX11) – New York City is officially launching a pilot program to test gun detection scanners in the subway system, Mayor Eric Adams announced Friday. The gun-detecting technology will be implemented at select subway stations over the next month, the mayor said. The 30-day pilot program is testing the technology as an added […]
NYCHA residents of Brooklyn's Lafayette Houses speak out after living without gas for months
Residents of a NYCHA building are speaking out over what they say has been a months-long struggle to get their gas turned back on.The residents of the Lafayette Gardens apartments in Bedford-Stuyvesant say they have numerous tickets open with NYCHA, but they claim nothing has been done yet to resolve the gas issue.According to NYCHA, gas service interruption at the Lafayette Gardens began on April 8 and is currently affecting 156 apartments. Residents said issues have been going on for much longer."Gas service interruptions and restoration work are a matter of public safety and involve multiple partners and steps, including...
Youth Focus: Mahopac's Samuel Grimm Makes Eagle Scout
MAHOPAC, N.Y. — Samuel Grimm, of Mahopac Troop 1, has achieved the rank of Eagle, Scouting’s highest honor, recently completing all the requirements necessary to earn this distinguished rank. For his Eagle Scout service project, Sam designed and built custom storage cubbies for Sycamore Park’s beach area. Working with Recreation and Parks Director Nina Kallmeyer, Sam identified a need for organized storage for visitors’ belongings while they swim. The new cubbies provide a much-needed solution, enhancing the beach experience for everyone who enjoys the lakefront at Sycamore Park. The project was installed just in time for the summer...
Mahopac Kids Get Hooked on Fishing
MAHOPAC, N.Y. — Dozens of area kids got an introduction to angling at Sycamore Park at this weekend’s Town of Carmel Fishing Deby. Organized by Councilman Robert Kearns in partnership with the Putnam Federation of Sporting Clubs, Kent Rod and Gun Club, the Oasis Club, and Fish On Bait Shop, the free outing gave 50 local children a lesson in fishing and more. Members of the Carmel and Kent police departments—both human and canine—were also on hand to help out. “Every child received a free pole, tackle box with hooks, bobbers, and worms,” Kearns said. “I want to thank the Carmel and Kent PD for volunteering their time. Our officers introduced K9 Pietro and K9 Saber, performed a demonstration, and taught the children all about what they do.”CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Kearns said Carmel Recreation and Parks director Nina Kallmeyer and the entire department team helped make the event a success, while Mike Tozz coordinated the donations of all the gear. With such a big turnout, Kearns said he hopes to make the derby an annual event. “We look forward to hosting it again next year!” Kearns said. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Volunteers come together to clean up local green space, call on NYC officials for more cleaning efforts
Organizers using this event to call for the City Council to dedicate 1% of the city budget to NYC Parks and Recreation in hopes that would help maintain green spaces like this.
‘You Are Being Ridiculous!’: ‘Unhinged’ White NYC Coffee Shop Worker Berates Black Customer for Using Shop’s Bathroom, Video Shows
A TikTok video shows an enraged cafe worker in New York City berating a Black customer because she used the business’s bathroom. The video posted […] ‘You Are Being Ridiculous!’: ‘Unhinged’ White NYC Coffee Shop Worker Berates Black Customer for Using Shop’s Bathroom, Video Shows
Fans said the same thing about Juan Soto’s postgame comments
Fans were saying the same thing about the comments Juan Soto made after his New York Yankees were pounded 12-3 by the rival New York Mets on Wednesday. The Mets beat the Yankees in both their games this week to drop the Yankees to 60-44. Soto, who is in his first season with the Yankees,... The post Fans said the same thing about Juan Soto’s postgame comments appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
‘One Shot Deal’: NYC program offers emergency aid for bills and rent payments
New York City's emergency assistance program, known as a 'One Shot Deal', can help residents pay their bills and rent in the event of unforeseen emergencies, and eligibility is determined on a case-by-case basis based on income, household size, and other factors.
Dangerous Yankees trade deadline dream comes true with Jasson Dominguez news
New York Yankees fans caught wind of some promising injury news this week when manager Aaron Boone provided updates on Giancarlo Stanton and Jasson Dominguez, both of whom are on the mend and hopefully nearing a return. Stanton is supposed to make a decision very soon on whether or not...
A massive indoor soccer facility is coming to FiDi
Socceroof is bringing another massive indoor sports facility to NYC. The company already has a few other locations around the city including in Crown Heights, Sunset Park and Long Island City, but this will be its first Manhattan spot. This indoor soccer facility will be at the Financial District’s landmarked...
France hires NYPD K-9s to help secure Paris Olympics
The NYPD K-9 unit has been hired by France to help beef up security at the 2024 Paris Olympics, police said. K-9 assets—both canines and handlers—were sent to the City of Light for two weeks at the request of the French government.
Braves manager calls out player in postgame rant
Atlanta Braves outfielder Ramón Laureano made several mistakes during the team’s 3-2 loss to the New York Mets on Thursday night. After the game, Braves manager Brian Snitker didn’t mince words about just how crucial one mistake in particular was. In the top of the tenth inning, the Braves attempted to score a run by Read more... The post Braves manager calls out Ramón Laureano for ‘unacceptable’ baserunning mistake appeared first on Awful Announcing.
US-Canada illegal border crossings surge – and those migrants are heading to NYC
CLINTON COUNTY, N.Y. - Mountain Mart, a gas station in the small city of Plattsburgh, New York, was once an unassuming pit stop before a trip to the nearby Adirondacks, or perhaps a stay near Lake Champlain. Thanks to its proximity to the northern border, it’s now better known as an outpost for migrants, the penultimate stop on their long journeys from home.
Early Addition: Olympic swimmers pee in the pool
Because that's how a true competitor marks their territory, here are your early links: A deep dive on the + POOL, tree branches are increasingly falling on subway tracks, actors in movies about the Roman Empire should have Italian accents, and more. [ more › ]
A Yankees-Giants trade that will make Red Sox fans sick to their stomachs
If you're a hitter that can hit at league average or above and you're on the trade market this season, the New York Yankees want you. As much as this would be a funny joke to make, it's almost completely true. The Yankees are in the market for offense, period. They have two spots in their lineup that are producing at a high level and that's Aaron Judge and Juan Soto. Beyond them, everybody has been disappointing.
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