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Westchester-Putnam girls track: State medalists Crisp and Donovan share top award
Elisa Crisp and Haylie Donovan both pray at the starting line. Donovan even puts holy water on her legs before her races. Doing so increases the feeling God is with her when she runs, although there's also a luck component to it, too. ...
Community Gathers To Aid Family's 'Shattered Lives' Following Elmont Man's Death
“Just a week ago, we celebrated the first birthday of our beautiful twins, but now, life has taken an unimaginable turn.”. Sanan Malik, age 28 of Elmont, was driving a motorcycle in Garden City just before 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 29 when he collided with a car. Earlier Report:...
Central Islip teenager critically injured in single-vehicle crash
Suffolk County Police Third Squad detectives are investigating a single-vehicle crash that critically. injured a teenager in Central Islip on July 1. Jason Acosta was driving a 2010 Honda Civic northbound on Lowell Avenue, between Satinwood and East Sycamore Streets, when he lost control of the vehicle, crossed into the southbound lane, went off the roadway, and struck a utility pole at approximately 10:15 p.m.
Bergen County man rejects plea deal over attack of author Salman Rushdie
A Bergen County man has rejected a plea deal in the attack of author Salman Rushdie at a lecture in Chautauqua, New York in 2022, authorities stated. Hadi Matar, 26, of Fairview, was offered a plea deal by the U.S. Attorney’s office that would have covered both federal and state charges, stated a spokesperson from Chautauqua County who provided the update from District Attorney Jason Schmidt.
Longtime Firefighter, Marine, Navy Veteran From Westchester Dies: 'An Icon'
A beloved firefighter and veteran from Westchester is being remembered for his lifetime of service to others and his legendary clam-shucking skills. Rye Brook resident Raymond Nethercott, the most senior member of the Port Chester Fire Department's Washington Engine & Hose Co. #4, die…
Popular Westchester seafood restaurant to close, owners 'devastated'
The 9-year-old Saltaire Oyster Bar and Fish House in Port Chester, known for its raw bar, innovative cocktails and midweek "Saltire Supper" deals (it was in my "Summer Bucket List" story), is closing July 14. Owners Beth and Les Barnes said the reason was a lease issue and that they...
Bergen County gas station attendant charged, accused of overcharging customers
A Park Ridge gas station attendant at Delta Gas was charged and accused of repeatedly overcharging customers, police said on Tuesday. Police alleged the unidentified attendant at the Kinderkamack Road Delta would manually charge more money when customers would use credit cards. When called out on the discrepancy by drivers, the attendant pretended it was a mistake and gave back the money, police said.
Water in Queens Gas Station Fuel Tanks Causes Major Car Damage
Drivers in Queens, NY, are reeling after filling up at a popular gas station only to discover their cars severely damaged by water-contaminated fuel. The gas station, located off Grand Central Parkway, has been identified as the source of the issue, potentially due to water infiltrating the underground storage tanks during a June 26 storm.
A&E grants Sunnyside fire victims housing extension at 11th hour
A&E Real Estate has reached an agreement on living arrangements with Sunnyside tenants pushed out by a fire late last year, with help from a Queens elected official. Residents of 43-09 47th Avenue were displaced by a devastating fire sparked in late December by a contractor working with a blowtorch. Some tenants at the time took A&E’s offer of housing for six months, which expired today.
Slain Det. Rafael Ramos inspires next generation of NYPD recruits in Queens
This December marks 10 years since Det. Rafael Ramos was shot and killed in the line of duty.All these years later, his legacy continues to inspire new recruits to join the ranks of the NYPD.One aspiring officer said Ramos made an impact on his life at a very young age.Officer Mohamad Ghafari, 25, received his NYPD shield from the widow of his hero on Tuesday.Ghafari says as a young boy he spent every afternoon with Ramos, who was his school safety officer at the time."We would just hang out and talk for hours waiting for my mom to pick me...
Long Island City developers celebrate completion of 46-unit condo building and other milestones
Over 400 guests, including those involved in developing and selling Noble LIC, a 46-unit luxury condominium on 40th Avenue, celebrated several milestones with a launch party on Thursday, June 20. The first milestone recognized by attendees was the development’s offering plan being declared effective. This means that the paperwork detailing...
Mets offering $5 menu items one day a week: Here’s what you can get
NEW YORK (PIX11) – The Mets are offering $5 menu items for Tuesday games for the rest of the season, the team announced. The deal starts on July 9, when the Mets take on the Washington Nationals at 7:10 p.m. at Citi Field. Here are the menu items selling for $5 every Tuesday:
Queens leaders call for new swim safety measures amid apparent drownings at Rockaway Beach
Officials in Queens are calling for new swim safety measures after the apparent drownings of two teens in the waters off Rockaway Beach last month.Two bodies discovered in the waters off the Rockaways over the weekend are feared to be missing teens presumed drowned off Jacob Riis Park.The family of 16-year-old Elyjha Chandler told police that photos of one of the bodies appeared to be their missing boy. He and 17-year-old Christian Perkins went missing on June 21.Leaders are proposing a series of immediate measures they want to implement to help keep swimmers safe.That includes extending the hours that lifeguards...
Class of 2026 four-star Josh Powell talks Kansas interest, updates recruitment at CHSAA showcase
By CHARLIE PARENT NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. — Josh Powell, a four-star guard in the class of 2026, starred at this past weekend’s CHSAA June Showcase at Iona Prep, averaging around 17 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists across three games for Archbishop Molloy. Powell, who plays up an age for Wiz Kids 17U on the Adidas 3SSB circuit, brings a unique blend of physicality and perimeter scoring, excelling at getting to his spots in the mid-range game and walling off the inside on defense with his frame. “I’m a six five guard, strong, physical guard that can get to my spots,” he said. “I play a lot in the mid-range game, pulling up into my spots. And then I can shoot the ball at a high level, the so the three ball and everything, I can shoot wherever on the court. I get to the rim and I play hard. I play physical defense, I’m a dog on defense and [overall] just an all around on the three-level scorer.” Powell’s been known as a prolific scorer in his first two years of CHSAA play, but it’s the intangibles and rebounding that stuck out the most this weekend. “Everybody can score. Everybody can find somebody that can average 20 now in college,” he said. “So I have to try to do other things that separates myself from any other high school recruit. I know if I’m rebounding at a high level, just as I’m scoring, coaches will want that even more. Anytime I see the ball go up, I just crash the boards and get as many rebounds as I can.” Since the NCAA Contact Period opened up on June 15, Powell has heard from a whole host of schools, including Kansas, Miami, Mississippi State (offer), Illinois (offer), Seton Hall, UAlbany (offer), Marist (offer), Quinnipiac, Le Moyne, Kent State, George Washington and UCSB, among others. He has an unofficial visit with Seton Hall in the works, most likely for sometime within this week. Powell broke down his early options to ZAGSBLOG: Kansas: “Coach Norm Roberts called me on June 15. He was telling me how he’s seen me play out at Adidas, and he loved my game and how hard I play. He’s [Roberts] really familiar with the New York area, having coached at St. John’s and he really loves strong, New York City tough, guards. “There’s not even much to think about with a school like that. It’s a high major Blue Blood and a great school.” Seton Hall: “I talked with them for over 30 minutes after the game [Sunday]. Coach [Rasheen] Davis is a cool guy. He was telling me about the recruitment process. I know they play in the Big East with a lot of other great teams like St. John’s and UConn, so they definitely play good competition.” Miami: “I’ve spoke to coach Jim Larrañaga before but this was the first time he’s really contacted me personally. He texts me every two-or-three days. He’s cool, he’s been there [Miami] for a very long time and he used to go to Molloy too, so we always talk about that.” Mississippi State: “It’s been good. They always contact me and my AAU coach, so they’re good and I really like the [staff] they have.” Illinois: “Again, they contacted me and my AAU coach. They’re fanbase is crazy, though, they always text me on Twitter.” While high major schools are after Powell, he’s still keeping all doors open, building longstanding relationships with schools like Albany and Marist, who come to nearly all his games. In terms of securing offers from the high majors like Miami and Kansas, Powell knows he just needs to keep making the right plays and play at a high octane. “I think it’s just about continuing to play at a high level and play the right way,” he said. “I still have another year to play 17U and show these coaches that I can compete at a high level, I think that’s what will separate myself. So just doing that, keep playing my game and not forcing anything. I think I will eventually get the offers if I keep doing those things.” Follow Charlie on Twitter Follow Adam Zagoria on Twitter Follow ZAGSBLOGHoops on Instagram And Like ZAGS on Facebook.
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