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Upstate New York School One of First in Area to Ban Cell Phones
As Governor Kathy Hochul continues her statewide push to ban smartphones inside New York schools, a school district in the Capital Region has already implemented a plan to make its school a "phone-free" space. Should All Schools Do This?. Eventually, they will. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced this week that she...
North Rockland's Katelyn Tuohy cuts times from Olympic Trials, first win since turning pro
When Katelyn Tuohy ran to a 12th-place finish in the final of the U.S. Olympic Trials women's 5,000-meter race last month, she expressed satisfaction. Her finishing time didn't approach her all-tme best. But qualifying earlier in the Trials for the final was in itself a victory after injuries had sidelined her from competition...
Billy Joel closed out his long run at Madison Square Garden Thursday night
Billy Joel is movin' out. Of Madison Square Garden, at least, after his 150th show at the iconic New York City venue on Thursday night. The conclusion of Joel's residency came nearly 50 years after his first show at the Garden and more than 10 years after it started, MSG said in a statement.
New York’s Largest Hospital System Is Setting Its Sights on the Entertainment Business
Northwell Health, New York’s largest health care system, is betting that the entertainment business can bolster its bottom line, and drive health awareness in the process.Netflix's Reed Hastings Backs Kamala Harris With $7M Donation Northwell says it is launching Northwell Studios, a new production company that is developing scripted and unscripted film and TV content that will leverage its facilities, doctors and patients (with their consent, of course). Hospitals and health have long been a topic of interest for documentary filmmakers, and Northwell has taken notice. HBO’s One South: Portrait of a Psych Unit, debuted last month and was filmed at Northwell’s...
De Blasio: Harris is ‘perfectly positioned’ to run
Former Mayor Bill de Blasio said in an interview Wednesday that Kamala Harris is “perfectly positioned” to run for president. “In a sense, Kamala Harris is perfectly positioned for the kind of campaign we need to run. This is all about women. The decision of this country is going to be made by women, in particularly by suburban women,” he said on “Inside City Hall.”
West Nile virus in NYC: Locations of infected mosquitoes
NEW YORK - Mosquitoes with West Nile virus have been spotted in all five boroughs of New York City, according to city health officials. This year marks the virus’ 25th consecutive year in the city. While West Nile typically peaks during August, positive mosquitoes have been identified. West Nile...
Department of Sanitation calling for help spotting ‘Sidewalk Slobs’
NEW YORK (PIX11) — New York City’s Department of Sanitation is calling on residents who see something to say something about “Sidewalk Slobs.” The department launched a new website that allows people to report property owners who don’t clean up their side of the pavement. Businesses are required to maintain the sidewalk and 18 inches […]
SUNY New Paltz Women’s Volleyball Announces Incoming Recruiting Class for 2024 Season
New Paltz, NY — The State University of New York New Paltz women's volleyball team announced its incoming class for the 2024 season. The Hawks are coming off a solid 2023 campaign, which saw the team earn a regional ranking and land in the SUNYAC finals for the 10th time after earning a 20-plus win season for the 16th time under longtime coach Matt Giufre and second consecutive.
North Salem Superintendent Put On Administrative Leave
The North Salem Central School District announced on Wednesday, July 24, that Superintendent Duncan Wilson had been placed on administrative leave. In his place, Adam VanDerStuyf was named Acting Superintendent on Monday, July 22, according to the school board. VanDerStuyf, who has been with the district since 2015, has held...
Notre Dame vs. Army 2024 Centennial Clash: Game Preview & Key Players
The 2024 Shamrock Series will feature Notre Dame facing Army at Yankee Stadium in a game marking the centennial of their historic meeting that gave rise to the Four Horsemen legacy. Both teams have notable players and strategies, with Army focusing on a strong running game led by quarterback Bryson Daily and receivers like Eric Ford. Despite Army's recent struggles and Notre Dame's dominance in their matchups, the upcoming game is anticipated with special jerseys and iconic symbolism from the past.
Mets-Braves contest gets heated after hard collision in extras
The scene at Citi Field in Queens, N.Y. got spicy late into Thursday’s game between the Atlanta Braves and New York Mets. The Mets-Braves contest went into extra innings with the score tied 2-2. Ramon Laureano was the ghost runner for the Braves in the top of the 10th. Braves shortstop Orlando Arcia got Laureano... The post Mets-Braves contest gets heated after hard collision in extras appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Accountant sentenced to prison for charging $3M on N.J. employer’s credit card
A woman who worked as an accountant for a New Jersey company was sentenced Monday to more than three years in prison and ordered to pay $3.8 million in fines for charging millions in personal expenses on her employer’s credit card. Jennifer Vandever, 51, of Atco, was also sentenced...
POLICE OFFICER & POLICE OFFICER (SPANISH SPEAKING) EXAM APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
The City of Newburgh Civil Service Commission is now accepting applications for the upcoming Police Officer and Police Officer (Spanish Speaking) exams. The exam will be held on September 28, 2024, and the filing period is open from July 15 to August 15, 2024. To be eligible, applicants must have...
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