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Glen Cove/Oyster Bay Community Calendar 7/24-7/31
To place an item in this space, send information two weeks before the event to [email protected]. 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (Locust Valley Public Library Community Room) Join yoga instructor Kristen for an energizing and relaxing yoga class. Kristen has worked with families throughout her career in nonprofit management and now shares her personal love of yoga with all children and adults as a way to play, recharge, connect and relax. All are welcome, no matter their experience level. Please make sure to register in advance. Contact [email protected] with any questions.
Brooklyn teen charged in gold bar scam involving Silver Spring 82-year-old
A 19-year-old man from Brooklyn is facing theft charges in connection with a so-called gold bar scam that swindled an 82-year-old Silver Spring woman out of more than $900,000, according to the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s office. Zhenyong Weng was arrested Monday in Silver Spring, according to a...
Queens native to play for U.S. men's soccer team at Olympics
It's an exciting time for soccer fans, as both the U.S. women’s and men’s teams are headed to the Olympics in Paris. This is the first time the men have qualified for the Olympics in 16 years. “Today is a special day for us. We announced our roster,...
Scholarship Awards at Loggia Glen Cove #1016
The July Membership Meeting of Loggia Glen Cove #1016 was a special occasion as the lodge honored outstanding young people with scholarships. Congratulations were extended to the scholarship recipients and their families. Recipients of scholarships on behalf of the local lodge included Olivia Gallo (scholarship in memory of Lisa Carrera),...
Mineola Art Show Highlights Environmental Awareness
Willow’s Cove, a premier hair salon in Mineola, is thrilled to announce the opening of a unique art exhibition featuring the captivating works of Jenny La Monica, a local artist and professor at Molloy University. The exhibition, titled “Repurposed Rainbows” opened on June 1st and will run through August...
Target Is Opening A New Store On at This Location In Queens
Target plans to open a 47,000-square-foot store in Astoria, Queens, next to the Astoria-Ditmars Blvd subway station. The store replaces the former Key Foods Supermarket, which was demolished in 2020. This will be the first Target in Astoria, Queens. The store will occupy the top two floors of a three-story...
Manhasset Parent Association For Special Education Receives Grant
The Manhasset Parent Association for Special Education (PASE) would like to thank the Manhasset Community Fund for their generous grant to our non-profit organization. Manhasset PASE was founded in 1990 to support the needs of special education students in the district. Our mission is to be a driving force in the development and enhancement of special education programs offered in Manhasset. The grant from the Manhasset Community Fund will allow us to fund programs that directly impact and benefit special education students in Manhasset. With this grant, we will be able to continue to provide programs, workshops and scholarships to our special education students and their families. It is with sincere gratitude and deep appreciation that we thank the Manhasset Community Fund for their continued support and generous grant to our organization.
Apply to Haiti Cultural Exchange's Artists-in-Residence Program
Haiti Cultural Exchange, (HCX) the nonprofit organization established to develop, present and promote the cultural expressions of the Haitian people, is currently accepting applications for the Lakou NOU 2024 Artists-in-Residence program. HCX created the Lakou NOU artist residency in 2016, providing four artists of Haitian descent with the opportunity to...
Manhasset Student Awarded American Legion Auxiliary Spirit of Youth Scholarship
National Headquarters of The American Legion Auxiliary recently awarded Cristina Caputi of Manhasset High School in Manhasset, New York, The American Legion Auxiliary Spirit of Youth Scholarship. Cristina Caputi will receive this scholarship to go towards tuition when she attends Villanova University as a freshman this Fall of 2024. Students,...
WVU pitcher Hayden Cooper signs free agent contract New York Mets
The string of West Virginia University pitchers getting professional opportunities continued Wednesday morning. Former WVU pitcher and one-year Mountaineer Hayden Cooper signed a free-agent contract with the New York Mets after going undrafted in the 2024 MLB Draft. Cooper started his collegiate career at Southeastern Community College in Burlington, Iowa,...
Porous Pavements That Soak Up Excessive Water Are Coming to Brooklyn
Construction started on the installation of seven miles of porous pavement along roadways to help manage stormwater, reduce flooding and prevent sewer overflows in Brooklyn. The Department of Design and Construction (DDC) is managing the $32.6 million contract for the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), and the first porous pavements will be seen in portions of Sunset Park, Borough Park and Kensington, according to a press release.
Islanders’ Lamoriello Needs to Follow Golden Knights’ Ruthless Trade Model
When Lou Lamoriello took over as the New York Islanders general manager (GM) following captain John Tavares’ departure, he created an identity on Long Island. This identity became a well-structured, tight-knit team rooted in defense, responsibility, and most importantly, loyalty. He achieved this loyalty through long-term contracts with no-trade clauses and in return, he received two deep playoff runs.
Two Local Hospitals Ranked Among Best In The Nation
North Shore University Hospital and NYU Langone-Long Island were ranked among the best in the nation according to the U.S. News’ Best Hospitals Honor Roll. The U.S. News & World Report releases its annual Best Hospitals ranking to inform residents about their best care options. The list offers rankings in different healthcare services, such as cancer care, cardiology, and orthopedics. The national Honor Role recognizes hospitals with a wide range of excellence.
18-year-old injured in drive-by shooting outside restaurant in Queens: police
Police are investigating after an 18-year-old was shot in a drive-by shooting outside of a restaurant in Springfield Gardens, Queens on Tuesday.It happened at 144-43 Farmers Blvd. just after 6:30 p.m., police said.When police arrived they found an 18-year-old male who had been shot in the torso.Police said the man was walking on the sidewalk when a dark-colored sedan pulled up and fired multiple rounds, striking the victim in the stomach.The victim was taken to Jamaica Hospital Medical Center and is in stable condition, police said.There are no arrests and police are continuing to investigate.----------* More Queens news* Send us a news tip* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts* Follow us on YouTubeSubmit 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.
Mets' Pete Alonso makes trade-deadline wish clear
During his All-Star Game media availability on Monday, first baseman Pete Alonso made it clear he wants to remain with the New York Mets beyond the July 30 MLB trade deadline."I’d love to stay and I don’t want to get traded," Alonso directly said, as shared by Alex Smith of SNY. "I love [New York]. It’s home."Alonso remains on track to reach free agency after the season and repeatedly was the subject of trade rumors as the Mets floundered in May. However, the Amazins entered the All-Star break at 49-46 on the campaign and in possession of a wild-card playoff berth.The...
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