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Serious Weather Warnings Issued For Hudson Valley, New York City, Long Island
Weather experts are warning New Yorkers of the chance of severe weather, including the possibility of a tornado. The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory for the Lower Hudson Valley and other parts of downstate. Heat Advisory For Rockland, Westchester, New York City, Long Island. The heat advisory is...
Kids must be up to date on all vaccinations to return to school
WHITE PLAINS – All children returning to school next week must be current with their vaccinations against a number of diseases and if they are not, they will not be permitted to return to the classroom. Westchester County Health Commissioner Dr. Sherlita Amler said it is the law that...
The Peekskill Riots Revealed the Racism and Antisemitism Hidden Beneath the Surface of the Anti-Communist Movement
Shortly after Deputy Sheriff Franklin Bowman arrived at an outdoor concert venue in New York’s Hudson Valley on August 27, 1949, he realized that he needed reinforcements. Paul Robeson, one of the most lauded African American entertainers of his time, was about to perform, and the crowd was going to be much bigger than expected. That meant there was more potential for trouble than expected, too. Car after car turned off of Hillside Avenue and continued down the long driveway to the concert grounds. Meanwhile, ahead of Bowman on the main road, hundreds of angry World War II veterans were getting ready to hold a demonstration against Robeson.
2 Accused of Hate Crimes in New York After UPS Driver Attack
On Sunday, August 25th, the Town of Ramapo Police Department shared the latest information regarding a frightening alleged hate crime that took place in Rockland County. The reported crime had taken place the day prior on Saturday, August 24th in the Village of Montebello. Reported Hate Crime in Rockland County.
Rollover Crash In Front Of KFC Caught On Video On Busy Yonkers Road
The crash happened on Tuesday, Aug. 27 just before 1 p.m., when a gray sedan and a dark-colored SUV collided in front of a KFC in Yonkers at 124 Nepperhan Ave., according to Yonkers Police. An investigation later found that the gray sedan unsafely pulled into traffic before hitting the...
Taking Engaged Pluralism at Vassar to the Next Level
POUGHKEEPSIE – Anyone who despairs of ever seeing an America that can overcome its crippling polarization, political and otherwise, should spend some time with Kimberly Williams Brown. Williams Brown, an Associate Professor of Education and the College’s new Director of Engaged Pluralism (EP), believes it is indeed possible to...
The 5th Annual Poughkeepsie Porch Fest: Music and Community Come Alive
This past weekend, I had the pleasure of attending the 5th Annual Poughkeepsie Porch Fest, an event that transformed the Southside Historic District into a lively musical playground. Porch Fest is a unique neighborhood festival where residents turn their porches into stages for live performances, creating an immersive and intimate experience for attendees.
Flood Damage Temporarily Shuts Down Hudson Valley Dollar General
An area Dollar General store was closed much of the day Monday due to flooding. Dollar General stores are very popular throughout the Hudson Valley area, and there is certainly no shortage of them. The American chain of discount stores is headquartered in Goodlettville, Tennessee. Dollar General operates over 20,000...
Newburgh Represented in a Huge Way on the Food Network
Chef Mike who has made a name for himself in Newburgh will be featured on the Food Network. Sometimes there are just people who stand out and Chef Mike is surely one of them. I met Chef Mike a few years ago when he was working at one of my favorite spots in Newburgh. Right away, he stood out for his kindness, dedication and his enormous passion for food.
Fordham University Welcomes Most Diverse Class in Its 183-Year History
On Aug. 25, Fordham welcomed the most diverse class of students ever to attend the University, a reflection of its historical efforts to open its doors to academically talented students from any and all backgrounds. More than one-quarter of incoming first-year students are first-generation college students. Fully half, 50%, are students of color—the highest percentage in Fordham history.
Troy Ave Released From Jail, Heads Home With a Lamborghini & Bag of Cash
Troy Ave has been released from New York City’s Rikers Island after being inside since February.Lea Michele Welcomes Baby No. 2 With Husband Zandy Reich He commemorated the occasion with an Instagram post on Monday (Aug. 26), sharing a picture of himself in front of a Rikers Island sign holding a bag of cash, a red Lamborghini Urus next to him. He captioned the post,”Ya boi home!” In a video clip shared by DJ Akademiks, the rapper is heard saying, “We out. I wanna go straight to the airport.” Earlier this year, the Brooklyn rapper turned himself in to begin his prison sentence...
New York City offers hundreds of affordable housing options for seniors
NEW YORK (PIX11) – New York City is home to nearly 2 million people over the age of 60, and these older adults are more likely to live below the poverty line, according to data from the NYC Department of Aging. The New York City Housing Connect website has hundreds of units open for seniors […]
Landscaper helps struggling Harrison couple
A neighbor in Harrison, New York recently jumped into action to lend a helpful hand to an elderly couple in need. After learning a husband and wife were struggling to maintain their property, a landscaper took it upon himself to get the job done. FOX 5 NY’s Richard Giacovas has the story.
Yankees' faint hopes dashed after potential playoff rival claims Michael Tonkin
On Tuesday afternoon, the Yankees' slightly-too-soon DFA of Michael Tonkin came to roost. Sure, cutting ties with Tonkin had grown inevitable. When he arrived, he seemed like a patchwork solution who was unlikely to carve out a bullpen niche, but his role intensified over time. He was a punchline when he was thrown into the fire immediately to protect a one-run lead in extras in Milwaukee (bzzzz, eh, didn't work), but recorded two saves for the Yankees this season, memorably tight-roping through the Phillies lineup to survive in extras just after the trade deadline.
All NYC Health + Hospitals’ Five Long-Term Care Facilities Earn 5-Star CMS Quality Rating
Four NYC Health + Hospitals Long-Term Care Facilities earned a 5-Star CMS overall rating. The stars tell New Yorkers and prospective patients about how well a facility is caring for residents’ physical and clinical needs. Facilities can earn a maximum of five stars, based on health inspections, staffing levels,...
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