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Finding Her 'Voice': Glen Cove Native Turns Chairs On Popular TV Show
The 17-year-old, originally from Long Island’s Glen Cove, ultimately convinced all four coaches to turn their chairs during her blind audition on NBC’s “The Voice,” in an episode that aired Tuesday, Oct. 8. Performing Five for Fighting’s 2001 hit, “Superman,” Roberts had both Stefani and Reba...
Public school evacuated after crews strike nearby gas main in Jamaica, Queens
A school in Queens was evacuated Friday morning after crews struck a nearby gas main, according to officials.National Grid said a third-party contractor struck a gas main at 179th Place between 90th Avenue and Hillside in Jamaica.Out of an abundance of caution, the nearby P.S. 95 Eastwood was evacuated to another building off school property.Both students and staff were evacuated safely, and the crews were able to control the leak and secure the gas service, according to the FDNY.National Grid crews are now making repairs.No injuries were reported.This is breaking news. This story will be updated as more information becomes available.----------* More Queens news* Send us a news tip* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts * Follow us on YouTube Submit a tip or story idea to Eyewitness NewsHave a breaking news tip or an idea for a story we should cover? Send it to Eyewitness News using the form below. If attaching a video or photo, terms of use apply.
Rutgers had Grimace dance to OMG in the end zone because it's all about the Mets, baby!
Let there be no question which baseball team the Rutgers Scarlet Knights are supporting this October: It’s about the Mets, baby! Love the Mets. Or maybe it’s mostly about the vibes. You see, much like the Mets this season, Rutgers entered the year with middling expectations and has all the non-believers changing their tune in October.
Major Company Laying Off Over 1,160 Workers In New York State
A large number of New Yorkers are looking for a new job. The layoffs come after a major company announced a merger. Paramount Global is laying off 15 percent of its employees. According to a New York State Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) notice, Paramount Global confirmed plans to lay off 1,168 employees in New York State.
Pumpkin patch open for picking at Queens Botanical Garden
FLUSHING, Queens (PIX11) – The pumpkin patch at the Queens Botanical Garden will be ripe for picking starting Saturday. Families can get in the fall spirit with this annual event, running every weekend from Oct. 12 through Oct. 26. Visitors can enjoy harvest-themed photo opportunities and book readings with costumed characters at the Queens Botanical […]
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