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Town of Oyster Bay Opens New Tennis Courts at Haypath Park in Old Bethpage
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino, Councilman Lou Imbroto, Town Clerk Richard LaMarca and Tax Receiver Jeffrey Pravato announce that new tennis courts are now open at Haypath Park in Old Bethpage. The Town of Oyster Bay upgraded courts to ensure generations of residents to come will be able to enjoy a game of tennis at this beautiful park.
The True Story of the Amityville Horror
Since 1977, a lake house in Amityville, New York, has been the subject of multiple books, television programs, and almost 15 movies. However, the real story of the "Amityville Horror" is rarely told in the films, which focus more on a fiction based around the Lutz family and their alleged haunting. One of the most interesting facts about the Amityville case is that the hauntings have been debunked numerous times. The defense lawyer who initially represented mass murderer Ronald Defeo, Jr. has stated in multiple court documents that the entire haunting was a hoax. Still, the mythology of the Amityville home lives on.
New York state civil service: These are the salaries for exams open through August
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The New York state Department of Civil Service (DCS) has released its July through August application schedule for New York’s entry-level civil service exams, and some jobs pay better than others. The open-competitive exams are an opportunity to start a career in New York...
Late bedtimes and not enough sleep can harm developing brains – and poorer kids are more at risk
Emily C. Merz, Colorado State University and Melissa Hansen, Colorado State University. Shorter sleep and later bedtimes are linked to potentially harmful functional changes to parts of the brain important for coping with stress and controlling negative emotions, our recently published research found. And children in families with low economic resources are particularly at risk.
New Yorkers warned of texting scam imitating E-ZPass & Tolls by Mail
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The New York State Thruway Authority is warning residents about a texting scam imitating E-ZPass and Tolls by Mail via text message. Residents are told that E-ZPass and Tolls by Mail will never send anyone an email or text requesting sensitive, personal information such as social security, credit card number, usernames, […]
Woodhull School Students Graduate to Next Level
Woodhull School recently celebrated its spring concert and graduation ceremony to mark the achievements of 6th-grade and prekindergarten students. The evening showcased the students’ hard work and dedication with performances that highlighted their talents under the direction of music teacher Michael Vitale. In addition to the concert, graduate students...
Patriots survive last second scare in Brookhaven summer league
Ward Melville broke out to an early lead in Town of Brookhaven summer league action Monday, July 15, against Smithtown East and safely led until midway through the second half. Smithtown East inched closer in the final minute of play when the Bulls drained a 3-pointer to trail by one...
Slashing at Hofstra Incites Concerns Amongst Students About Their Safety
Two people were assaulted with a knife by a group of masked men outside of the David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Center on Wednesday, June 19 at 4:20 p.m., where the Academy Charter High School was hosting their graduation ceremony. Since Wednesday, six men have been charged with gang assault and weapons charges after being taken into police custody, according to FOX5 NY.
Decades-Long Search: Man Seeks Hero Who Saved Him From Drowning
Darren Sands, an Associated Press religion reporter based in Washington, D.C., vividly recalls the summer of 1992, which has left an indelible mark on his memory. He was just a child living in Roslyn. It was during this period that he had a life-altering experience when he was nine or 10 years old—one that involved a near-drowning incident at a summer camp.
Mets Daily Prospect Report, 7/22/24: Baro can’t do it himself
SYRACUSE 4, ROCHESTER 3 (BOX) Syracuse was down early, took the lead, lost it late, then got it right back en route to a 1-run win over Rochester. Matt O’Neill’s first Triple-A home run in the eighth proved to be the game winner, while Rhylan Thomas tallied three hits from the top of the lineup.
Excavation Begins for The Moon 27 at 42-38 27th Street in Long Island City, Queens
Excavation is underway for The Moon 27, a nine-story mixed-use building at 42-38 27th Street in Long Island City, Queens. Designed by Michael Kang Architect and developed by Hang Dong Zhang, the 50,706-square-foot structure will yield 56 residential units with an average scope of 685 square feet, as well as 12,334 square feet of commercial space, a cellar level, and a 30-foot-long rear yard. BS LIC Realty LLC is listed as the owner of the property, which is bound by 42nd Road to the northeast, Crescent Avenue to the northwest, and 27th Street to the southeast.
Ex New York Mets GM Omar Minaya’s wife found dead at family’s home as mystery surrounds cause of death
THE wife of the former New York Mets general manager Omar Minaya was found dead at the couple's home on Saturday. Rachel Minaya, a mother of two, was found at the property in New Jersey, as officials work to confirm her cause of death. Mystery surrounds what happened as suicide...
2024 Mets Draft profile: R.J. Gordon
RJ Gordon is the son of Jason Gordon, a professional golfer. He attended Notre Dame High School in Sherman Oaks, California, in his first three years of high school before transferring to West Ranch High School in Stevenson Ranch, California, in his senior year. He lettered twice at Notre Dame and in his one year at West Ranch. His senior year got cut short due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but he had a junior season, helping lead Notre Dame to a Mission League championship and a berth in the 2019 CIF Southern Division 1 Tournament by hitting .298//.459/.385 with two doubles, one home run, and three stolen bases.
Jeffries secures $1M for safer streets around Brownsville schools
Sign up for our Brooklyn Paper email newsletter to get news, updates, and local insights delivered straight to your inbox!. The streets surrounding three Brownsville schools will become much safer for students and pedestrians thanks to a $1 million cash infusion secured by Congress Member Hakeem Jeffries for his district in the fiscal year 2024 government funding bill.
Armani-branded condos snag Manhattan’s priciest contract
The Giorgio Armani Residences once again nabbed the top spot in Manhattan’s luxury market, marking the fourth time the branded condo has landed a top deal this year. The penthouse at 760 Madison Avenue, asking $32.5 million, was the most expensive of 20 homes asking $4 million or more to find buyers last week, according to Olshan Realty’s weekly report.
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