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NYPD: Armed car theft attempt thwarted by complainant on Staten Island’s South Shore
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A Tottenville residence became the target of an attempted grand larceny auto Sunday, until a male complainant apparently scared off the perpetrator. Police responded to the alleged incident just after 8 p.m. on the 200 block of Wood Avenue, where multiple high-end vehicles were parked on the residential block.
New Yorkers pay 164% more in rent than the average American
Living in the Big Apple is notoriously pricey, but the numbers are downright shocking. A new study by QR Code Generator, using Zillow data, shows New Yorkers pay an average rent of $3,783.80 per month. That’s a jaw-dropping 164% more than the national average. Even so, New York City...
Travis Scott announces MetLife Stadium concert. Get tickets today
This fall, the Garden State is going full Sicko Mode. Travis Scott just announced he will headline at East Rutherford, NJ’s MetLife Stadium on Wednesday, Oct. 9 as part of his ongoing ‘Utopia Presents Circus Maxximus Tour.’. The one-off concert makes up for Scott’s gig that was supposed...
Madonna’s son David Banda clarifies he’s not living on the streets: ‘My mother is very supportive of me’
Madonna’s son David Banda is clearing the air about his well-being. The 18-year-old made headlines over the weekend for claiming he’s “scavenging” for food after moving out of his mom’s multi-million dollar home in New York City. However, Banda walked back his comments in a...
Video shows tractor-trailer gas tank exploding next to firefighters on Clifton, NJ, major highway
A shocking video shows the moment a truck erupted into a towering inferno in New Jersey after a Monday morning accident — with the flying debris nearly wounding a city firefighter. The video — recorded by a rubbernecker who pulled his phone out at exactly the right time —...
Fireball erupts from truck on Route 3 forcing lane closures, evacuations
A tractor-trailer caught fire and erupted into a fireball Monday morning on Route 3 in Passaic County forcing lane closures and major traffic delays, authorities said. The incident occurred shortly before 10 a.m. near the Grove Street exit in Clifton, according to 511nj.org. If you purchase a product or register...
Robberies at smoke shop, deli on Staten Island carried out by 18-year-old, accomplices, cops allege
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — An alleged robbery that resulted in injuries at a smoke shop on Staten Island has landed two young defendants behind bars, one of whom is facing similar charges in another case. Dustin Johns, 18, of the 200 block of Schmidts Lane in Castleton Corners, is...
This new bakery and bar in Bloomfield, NJ looks incredible
Bloomfield, New Jersey has gotten a little sweeter in the past few months since Ladyfingers Bakery and Bar opened up. Located on Broad Street, not only is it a full bakery, they also serve brunch foods, craft coffee, custom desserts, and cocktails. Here’s just a peak at some of what...
4 dead in Bronx and Brooklyn shootings over the weekend
Make your contribution now and help Gothamist thrive in 2024. Donate today. Four people were killed in shootings across New York City over the weekend, including two men who were gunned down near a Brooklyn migrant shelter, according to police. A 21-year-old man and another man in his 30s were...
A look inside most expensive NJ home listed for $28 million
Big homes with big prices take longer to sell. The posh Colts Neck real estate market is as strong as any other with not a lot of inventory to go around. But finding someone who can afford a $28 million home takes time. That’s why this home (OK, mansion) on...
Truck explodes on Route 3 in Clifton closing all lanes and evacuating homes
A tractor-trailer exploded and caught fire Monday morning on Route 3 in Clifton, closing all lanes in both directions. The incident was initially reported at around 9:07 a.m. with callers on the highway reporting a commercial truck on fire as well as explosions, according to the Clifton Police Department. First responders on the scene observed additional explosions.
All Amtrak Service Disrupted Outside of New York City Monday Morning
Heads up for rail commuters! All Amtrak Service north of New York City has been temporarily suspended on this Monday morning. All service (in both directions) between New York (and Penn Station) and New Haven is temporarily canceled. The cancelation of service is all related to an unscheduled track repair...
Tractor-Trailer Fire With Multiple Explosions Shuts Route 3 In Clifton
Clifton police Lt. Robert Anderson said officers received a report of an explosion near Valley Road and Grove Street at 9:07 a.m. on Monday, July 22. Police responded and saw additional explosions at the scene. Route 3 is closed in both directions for an "undetermined amount of time" as multiple...
Ideal Tile fills out retail center on Route 35 in Middletown
Country Plaza, a newly renovated shopping center on Route 35 in Middletown anchored by the new Mexican restaurant Casa Calveras, is now completely leased. Ideal Tile, a retailer of porcelain, ceramic, stone, glass and mosaic tiles, has signed a lease for a 2,000-square-foot storefront in the retail center, which consists of two buildings, totaling 21,377 square feet, according to CBRE, the commercial real estate brokerage. The plaza is located at 1860-1876 Route 35. ...
Staten Island Borough President Fossella on flood protection, rezoning
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (PIX11) – The first stage of a $2 billion flood protection project is about to get underway on Staten Island. Plus, rezoning to bring more affordable housing to the borough is getting a big “no” from residents. Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella talks about those issues and more on PIX11 Morning […]
Assemblywoman Monique Chandler-Waterman calls for safe spaces amid ongoing gun violence, drownings
Sign up for our Caribbean Life email newsletter to get news, updates, and local insights delivered straight to your inbox!. Assemblywoman Monique Chandler-Waterman on July 13 joined residents for a fun-filled day of barbecuing, music, and community togetherness, at the return of East 34th Street Block party after a hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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