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New York Islanders Re-Sign One of their RFAs
The New York Islanders have made another offseason move. The club have agreed on a one-year deal to bring back one of their restricted free agents. The 23-year-old Swedish forward Simon Holmstrom is the player coming back to the team after signing the contract. Holmstrom signs a one-way $850K deal, instead of taking his qualifying offer of $874K two-way option.
Roslyn School District Announces New Roles & Appointments for 24-25 School Year
The Roslyn School District is pleased to announce several new roles and appointments for the 24-25 school year. Harbor Hill Elementary School Assistant Principal Justin Gabrus will transition to the role of Assistant Principal at Roslyn Middle School. Mr. Gabrus joined the district in 2021. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Childhood Education from SUNY Old Westbury, and his Master of Science at Touro College. He also holds several certifications, including, School Building Leadership, Childhood Education, and Literacy.
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.
Councilwoman Susan Zhuang Arrested for Allegedly Biting Cop During Protest Against Homeless Shelter
South Brooklyn Councilmember Susan Zhuang (D-Bensonhurst) was charged with second degree assault, resisting arrest and obstruction of governmental administration after an altercation Wednesday morning during which she allegedly bit a police officer, city officials said. The incident occurred during a spontaneous protest against a planned homeless shelter in Zhuang’s district that has been the target […] The post Councilwoman Susan Zhuang Arrested for Allegedly Biting Cop During Protest Against Homeless Shelter appeared first on THE CITY - NYC News.
Italian restaurant serving Staten Island for 20+ years goes dark for the summer
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Lights have lowered temporarily at Nucci’s of Richmond Valley. But the curtain hasn’t dropped completely on the 22-year-old Italian restaurant, says its co-owner. Proprietor Paul Montella said he hopes to enjoy the summer with his family and is taking a well-needed break from...
What They’re Saying: live arts in Brooklyn this week, July 17
Movies with a View, presented by Pluto TV, is back for its 24th season and will run Thursdays from July 11 to Aug. 28. This week showcases “Pulp Fiction” (1994), an Oscar-winning hit from Quentin Tarantino, considered by many critics one of the best films ever made. It stars John Travolta, Samuel L. Jackson, Uma Thurman, Bruce Willis and more.
Brooklyn Heights townhouse closes for $22.1M, second priciest single-family home sale in the borough
The second priciest single-family home ever sold in Brooklyn has officially closed. The Anglo-Italianate five-bedroom townhouse at 1 Sidney Place in Brooklyn Heights sold for $22.1 million in April; Glossier founder Emily Weiss was identified as the buyer. About a half mile away, the borough’s most expensive single-family sale remains 8 Montague Terrace, which sold for $25.5 million in 2020.
Man repeatedly stabbed during fight on Brooklyn street: NYPD
PROSPECT HEIGHTS, Brooklyn (PIX11) — A man was stabbed multiple times in the neck on a Brooklyn street earlier this month, police said Wednesday. The 27-year-old man was fighting with two suspects when one of them allegedly pulled an object and stabbed the man three times near 662 Washington Ave. in Prospect Heights at around […]
Tow Truck Operator Seriously Injured in Collison
A tow truck operator was seriously injured Wednesday afternoon when he was struck by a car as he was hooking up another vehicle, Suffolk County police said. Justine Ballesteros, 29, of Huntington Station was hooking up the disabled vehicle in front of 65 9th Ave. Read More ...
Fandango Founder J. Michael Cline Dies After Falling From New York Hotel
James Michael Cline, the finance executive who founded the Fandango movie ticketing service in 2000 and remained with the company until 2011, died Tuesday morning of an apparent suicide in Manhattan after jumping from the 20th floor of the Kimberly Hotel. He was 64. 'Deadpool 3,' 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die' and 'Despicable Me 4' Among Most Anticipated Summer Films The NYPD said in a statement that officers responded to the hotel on 50th Street at 10:19 a.m. “Upon arrival, officers found an unconscious and unresponsive male with injuries indicative of a fall from an elevated position. The investigation remains ongoing.” The...
Lil Kim & Antonio Brown Lock Lips During Wild Night Out
It looks like things could be heating up between Lil Kim and Antonio Brown. Lil Kim and Antonio Brown recently linked up for an NYC yacht party, and needless to say, things got steamy. Throughout the evening, the two of them were spotted getting handsy, kissing, and more. They appeared to sit next to each other in a VIP section at the event, hosted by music manager Big Fendi.
LI man charged with hate crime for crashing vehicle into car of Muslim men in islamophobic road rage incident
A Long Island man was arraigned on Wednesday for hate crime charges after he allegedly told a group of visibly Muslim men that he wanted to kill all Muslims and then drove into their car last month.
Hospital for Special Surgery appoints chief of foot and ankle service
New York City-based Hospital for Special Surgery named Constantine Demetracopoulos, MD, as chief of foot and ankle service, according to a July 17 news release. Dr. Demetracopoulos succeeds Matthew Roberts, MD, who has held the role since 2013. Dr. Demetracopoulos will begin the leadership position Aug. 1. Dr. Demetracopoulos is...
Videos show meteor that passed over NYC and New Jersey
NEW YORK -- Did you see that? Several people reported seeing a meteor streak across the sky Tuesday in New York City, along with a loud boom and shaking buildings. NASA said initial reports suggest the daylight fireball passed over the Statue of Liberty before moving west into New Jersey. Social media users report loud boomSome people on social media reported a loud boom and wondered if there had been an earthquake. New York City Councilman Justin Brannan wrote, "Folks from the Jersey Shore to the West Side of Manhattan reported hearing a sonic boom.""I personally spoke with NYC Emergency Management and there is...
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