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Long Island beachgoers contend with crowds and closures
BABYLON, N.Y. - If you're thinking about beating the heat at the beach for the 4th of July holiday, you're not alone. People from across the Tri-State Area have been flocking to the beaches to beat the heat and humidity. Several beaches in our area had already hit capacity by midday. On Long Island, Gilgo State Park and Orient Beach State Park had filled to capacity by 10 a.m. Sunken Meadow State Park was filled to capacity by noon. Beachgoers on Long Island were urged to use Jones Beach and Heckscher State Park, where there were no early reports of delays. Officials warned of a moderate...
You can swim for free at these New York pools this summer
If you're a frequenter of the city's and state's many public swimming pools, you're by now familiar with the $2 entry fee that most of them ask for. That's, however, changing this summer: Governor Kathy Hochul just announced that the state is completely waiving entry fees at 14 state parks for the rest of the season. The list includes two public pools located in New York City: Roberto Clemente State Park Pool in the Bronx and the Riverbank State Park Pools in Manhattan.
Dog named 'Roxi' found with note on side of Long Island highway
LONG ISLAND - A dog named ‘Roxi’ is looking for a home after being left on the side of a Long Island highway on Monday. Officials say the white female English mastiff was found tied to a pole on the Southern State Parkway with a note and a bowl of food.
Nathan’s Famous 4th of July hot dog eating contest kicks off soon in NYC
CONEY ISLAND, Brooklyn (PIX11) – Soon, 29 competitive eaters will take on the sport’s biggest stage on Coney Island to eat as many hot dogs as they can in 10 minutes. A crowd of thousands watched Miki Sudo defend her title by eating 51 hot dogs during the women’s competition. Her previous record was 48.5 […]
Macy's 4th of July Fireworks 2024: Street closures, entry points, more
NEW YORK CITY - Thousands of people are set to gather in New York City for the 48th annual Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Show. The fireworks will launch from the Hudson River for the first time in 10 years. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 04: Drones perform a...
How to avoid and survive dangerous rip currents at NYC's beaches
The sea off the coast of Coney Island and the city's other beaches can be menacing. The drowning of two Brooklyn teens at Jacob Riis Park in Rockaway last month served as a reminder of how to respond if you find yourself struggling in choppy waters. [ more › ]
N.Y. Lottery: Powerball player takes home $50,000 in third-prize win
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A New York Lottery player recently won $50,000 with a third-prize winning Powerball ticket. The New York Lottery announced the winning ticket for the June 29 drawing matched four white balls and the red Powerball. It was sold at Speedway, located at 46 E Sunrise Highway in Merrick, New York.
Boots, Bulls, and Beers: East Williston's Country Night Tent Party!
The East Williston Tent Party's Country Night was a hit, with couples and friends arriving with coolers and cold drinks, dressed in their best country attire. The DJ's country music and a thrilling mechanical bull ride perfectly complemented the western theme, with most attendees taking a shot at the bull.
‘Hawk Tuah Girl’ set to spit fire at Long Island club bashes July 13-14
Greater Long Beach coverage is funded in part by Toast Coffee + Kitchen, now open in Long Beach. Click here to visit the website. In news that may make you want to clear your throat, social media darling Hailey Welch — aka “Hawk Tuah Girl” — is coming to Long Island July 13 and 14 to host two weekend parties.
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