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Independent Living celebrates the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
POUGHKEEPSIE- Independent Living, Inc. is pleased to announce the 34th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act event, scheduled for July 27, 2024, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Walkway Over the Hudson. This event centers on celebrating the ADA which prohibits the discrimination against people with disabilities and enables Independent Living, Inc. to serve our community members with disabilities.
Major Update In 20-Year-Old Upstate New York Cold Case
The alleged "vicious killer" of a missing Hudson Valley woman is one step closer to going to trial. Megan McDonald, an NYPD detective's daughter, was killed in 2023. Her alleged killer wasn't arrested until 2023. Wallkill Resident Murdered In 2003. In late April 2023, Edward Holley was charged with murder...
Huge Star From The Outsiders Movie Hosts 50’s Night At New York Drive-In
It is a Summer ritual, heading to the Drive-In for a movie. This year many local drive-in theatres are doing special events and showing some classic films. The writers and actors strike last year resulted in fewer films being released which meant theatres have had to get a bit creative when it comes to keeping the movies fresh each week for Moviegoers.
Moonrise Bagels brings stuffed bagel menu to Poughkeepsie. Opening day details, hours
The wait is over. Moonrise Bagels, specializing in stuffed bagels, is opening its second location on Saturday. The first 150 guests at Moonrise Bagels Poughkeepsie, located at 26 Winslow Gate Road, will receive prizes ranging from free menu items, merch and a catered Stuffed Bagel breakfast for 12. The shop will be open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. ...
Central New York Driver Shares Terrifying Experience Of Rome Tornado
One local DoorDash delivery driver from Taberg found himself caught in Freedom Plaza of Rome during the terrifying tornado. His truck lifted off the ground, and he walked away safely. "I was actually doing a DoorDash order," Joey Long recounted, "and as I was coming back, I saw that the...
MASOTTO-DRISCOLL SCHOLARSHIP: Plainview, N.Y.’s Graf is honored
Samantha Graf will play goalkeeper at Marist College. (Photo courtesy of ENYYSA) Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association has announced that Plainview, N.Y. resident Samantha Graf will receive the Masotto-Driscoll Scholarship. At Plainview/Old Bethpage High School, Graf was involved in student government for four years and was senior class president....
Jacobson secures funding for new air conditioning at Plattekill Library
PLATTEKILL – It has been a scorcher of a summer, but the Plattekill Library has found some relief from the heat with the assistance of Assemblyman Jonathan Jacobson (D, 104). Jacobson has announced $15,000 in funding for the Plattekill Library to purchase a new air conditioning system for its...
NYCHA residents protest what they say are inhumane conditions
NEW YORK – NYCHA residents rallied across all five boroughs Saturday, calling for improved living conditions.Residents are saying "enough is enough."NYCHA residents protest living conditions outside Jacob Riis HousesOutside the Jacob Riis Houses on the Lower East Side, residents protested with a list of demands, saying they are dealing with inhumane conditions.Linda Mitchell said she's been living there for more than 20 years, and the water in her apartment has been unclean for over three years."I just came from PA buying water just to wash. I live with a son. That's two people that gotta buy water to brush our...
NYS Girls Wrestling Tournament coming to Albany
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – One of the state’s newest girls sports is gaining a major championship. The New York State Public High School Athletic Association made it official that a full state tournament will be coming to Albany next year. The date will be Thursday, February 27 at MVP Arena in Albany. It’s the same […]
Residents Set to Save Thousands – New Jersey is Freezing Property Taxes
Living in New Jersey is not cheap. That may be the understatement of the year. It's difficult to make ends meet on an "average" household income, let alone a senior income. According to Bankrate, in April of 2024, the typical New Jersey resident over the age of 65 was only pulling in $1776.73 per month.
City Starts Annual Farmers Market Aid Program For Seniors
The Department for the Aging kicked off its annual Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP), where qualified older New Yorkers can purchase fruits, vegetables and herbs at participating vendors across the city using coupons. This year, 55,000 coupon books will be distributed to 350 local organizations throughout the five boroughs, an...
NYC currently offering affordable housing units near the water
The Housing Connect website in New York City offers affordable housing opportunities, including apartments near the water, with rents significantly lower than the city's average, and amenities including pools, gyms, and concierge services.
New York City restaurants prepare for new outdoor dining guidelines
New York City's outdoor dining program has some new rules going into effect starting next month and restaurant owners are doing what they can now to get ready.Starting in August, businesses will have to apply to "Dining out NYC" by the end of the day on August 3rd.There will be a flat application fee of $1,500 for either a roadway or sidewalk cafe.Owners have the option to pay for both outdoor eating options for $2,100.Outdoor dining sheds first became a staple during the pandemic.Now, officials say the updated requirements will help make it a permanent fixture on city streets.ALSO READ | Councilwoman accused of biting NYPD officer at Brooklyn homeless shelter protestN.J. Burkett has the latest on the arrest.----------* Get Eyewitness News Delivered* More New York City 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.
Whole Foods confirms location of new store format years after ditching similar concept – and five more will follow
WHOLE Foods Market is gearing up for a national rollout of its Daily Shop concept. This is all starting with several New York City locations under this small-store format. The store announced plans to launch its second Daily Shop at 301 W. 50th St. in Manhattan’s Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood.
Man who put Staten Island Zoo on the map remembered, honored
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y — As a heartfelt way to honor the memory of Vincent N. Gattullo and to keep his legacy alive, the corner of Martling Avenue and Clove Road — at the main entrance of the Staten Island Zoo — was renamed for its late executive director who passed away in 2017 at the age of 86.
Severino combines with 3 Mets relievers on 1-0 shutout of Marlins
MIAMI (AP) — Luis Severino and three relievers combined on a four-hitter as the New York Mets beat the Miami Marlins 1-0 on Saturday. Pete Alonso doubled with one out in the fourth inning and scored when catcher Francisco Alvarez grounded into a fielder’s choice with the bases loaded.
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