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New Jersey woman sues McDonald's, claims she required hospitalization after eating
A New Jersey woman has filed a lawsuit against a McDonald’s franchise in Paterson, alleging that she and her child fell ill and required hospitalization after eating at the restaurant.
Bergen County jail kicks off 'groundbreaking' culinary class with five inmates
HACKENSACK — For the first time, and as part of a larger rehabilitation effort, Bergen County inmates participated in a culinary certification class to learn safe food handling practices. The new program is part of the overhaul of the jail to give it a new name and stigma-free image spearheaded by Sheriff...
Videos show meteor that passed over NYC and New Jersey
NEW YORK -- Did you see that? Several people reported seeing a meteor streak across the sky Tuesday in New York City, along with a loud boom and shaking buildings. NASA said initial reports suggest the daylight fireball passed over the Statue of Liberty before moving west into New Jersey. Social media users report loud boomSome people on social media reported a loud boom and wondered if there had been an earthquake. New York City Councilman Justin Brannan wrote, "Folks from the Jersey Shore to the West Side of Manhattan reported hearing a sonic boom.""I personally spoke with NYC Emergency Management and there is...
Your landlord may now have to install an AC unit in your apartment or be fined
Last year was the earth’s warmest recorded year ever. Now New York City is experiencing its third heat wave of the year, and we are not even halfway through the summer. As New Yorkers continue to battle the blazing heat and city humidity, a new bill has emerged to keep New Yorkers cool.
Heat Wave Brings Shark Sightings Close to Shore in New York, Officers Declare “High Alert”
Amidst another sweltering heat wave, New Yorkers trying to cool off at the beach are now facing an unusual threat: sharks swimming dangerously close to shore. On Monday afternoon, Lido Beach on Long Island was abruptly closed after a 7-foot-long shark was spotted just 25 feet from the shoreline. Town of Hempstead lifeguards confirmed the sighting and swiftly evacuated swimmers, restricting access to the water to ensure public safety. The quick response by lifeguards helped prevent any potential danger. Although swimming has since resumed, the Town of Hempstead Shark Patrol continues to monitor the shark’s location to safeguard beachgoers.
COVID cases skyrocket across New York City
NEW YORK (PIX11) — You may have heard more people around you mentioning they recently contracted COVID 19. In the city, COVID cases are up 317 percent between May and last week, based on a 7-day average and hospitalizations are up 160 percent. Some experts say the numbers are likely much higher. Stephanie Silvera is […]
What is the most rat-infested place in the US? Hint: It’s not New York
Contrary to popular belief, New York City is not the most rat-infested place in the US — it's just one of the most rat-infested places in the US. Yelp — the business and service review app — collected data on searches for pest control and exterminators, and found that it was not New Yorkers making the most inquiries for critter removal. It shared that report with The New York Post. Nationwide, interest in preventable pest control rose by 165 percent in June 2024 compared to the same time last year. As for the state-by-state breakdown — adjusted to reflect...
Update: Prepare for strong thunderstorms in Bergen County Wednesday night
An updated report from the National Weather Service was issued on Wednesday at 8:58 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 10 p.m. for Bergen County. Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 8:58 p.m., Doppler radar tracked strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near New Preston...
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