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41-story tower on Greenpoint waterfront opens lottery for 115 apartments, from $1,782/month
Rendering courtesy of NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development. A lottery opened this week for 115 middle-income apartments in a 41-story luxury rental on the Greenpoint waterfront. Developed by Park Tower Group and Rockefeller Group, the company’s first project in Brooklyn, The Dupont will offer 381 apartments, a vast majority of which will have incredible East River and Manhattan skyline views. New Yorkers earning 80 and 130 percent of the area median income can apply for the units, priced from $1,782/month for studios to $4,001/month for two-bedrooms.
Self-professed ‘Wolf of Airbnb’ sentenced to over 4 years in prison for defrauding landlords
NEW YORK (AP) — A Florida man who boasted that he was the “Wolf of Airbnb” was sentenced Monday to over four years in prison for defrauding New York City landlords and a federal pandemic-relief government program. Konrad Bicher, 32, of Hialeah, Florida, was sentenced in Manhattan...
Gas leaks cost US fire departments more than half a billion dollars each year, finds study
Responding to gas leaks cost U.S. fire departments over $564 million in 2018, according to a new study published in Energy Policy. The study, led by PSE Healthy Energy, is the first to estimate the financial burden placed on first responders by gas leaks. In 2018, New York City experienced 22,090 gas leak incidents—more than the next 25 cities combined—conservatively costing the city $70 million.
Madonna’s Son David Banda Says ‘I Am Not Living on the Streets’ After Confusing Comment Drew Concern
Madonna’s son David Banda has attempted to clarify things after saying he was left to “scavenge” for food after moving out of the family’s New York City home. Banda, 18, took to Instagram on Sunday, July 21, with a follow-up message about his current situation. “To...
World Champion for Panettone Leads a New Bakery Open in Manhattan
Realmuto Alta Pasticceria, a 5,000-square-foot all-day Italian cafe and pastry shop is in soft open mode starting today at 117 Seventh Ave South, the longtime home of the West Village Gourmet Garage supermarket. Owner Francesco Realmuto, who also owns Filaga Pizzeria and L’Arte del Gelato in Manhattan has tapped Giuseppe Zito to lead the bakery — a decorated pastry chef who has been a world champion for his panettone. On the sweet side expect bomboloni, cannoli, and more. There’s a full-service lunch and dinner component by Mauro Campanale, who also relocated to New York for the role, that includes several handmade pastas and other entries, as well as savory pastries like salted cod macarons and fava bean and pecorino tarts. By night, there will eventually be apertivi options as well. The space — decorated to look like a “vibrant indoor Italian piazza” seats around 50, according to a spokesperson. Reservations are up online.
Duo Wanted For Stealing From Vehicle In Ronkonkoma
Authorities are asking for the public’s help to identify and locate the men who stole items from a vehicle on Long Island.According to Suffolk County Police Fourth Precinct Crime Section officers, the incident happened in Ronkonkoma in front of an Express Drive North home on Wednesday, July 10…
Knicks should throw struggling center a lifeline
Omer Yurtseven had an impressive rookie season with the Miami Heat in the 2021-22 NBA season. He emerged as a legitimate prospect for the future. However, a bone issue in his left ankle left him sidelined for most of his sophomore year. He was then acquired by the Utah Jazz on a two-year deal, with the franchise choosing to waive the big man at the start of free agency. According to an NBA executive who spoke with Heavy Sports' Sean Deveney under the condition of anonymity, Yurtseven could be the answer to the Knicks' search for an Isaiah Hartenstein replacement. “For what...
Many Arrested After New York Residents Drugged And Robbed, AG
A "wide-ranging conspiracy" that resulted in at least four deaths has led to many arrests. The FBI thinks there are many more victims. The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania seven people were charged in a "wide-ranging conspiracy" that resulted in at least four deaths.
Gleyber Torres, Alex Verdugo take Yankees fans to the brink after loss to Rays
No matter how badly Aaron Boone tries to convince New York Yankees fans, nothing is changing with this team if they keep the status quo. The trade deadline must bring momentous and cutthroat alterations or else they can kiss their World Series hopes goodbye. After their loss to the Rays...
Alex Verdugo's ignorant statement shows he's as lost as ever at the plate
Alex Verdugo's New York Yankees career could not have gotten off to much of a better start. After being acquired in an offseason trade with the Boston Red Sox, the 28-year-old was swinging such a hot bat to the point where he was hitting cleanup behind Juan Soto and Aaron Judge with regularity and was consistently driving in clutch runs.
Legislators Mulé and Koslow Applaud Enhanced State Funding for Freeport PD, Local Law Enforcement
Recently, July 16, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced a record State investment of nearly $51 million for public safety on Long Island. Nassau County agencies received $1,494,692 and Suffolk County agencies received $1,307,677 for the GIVE funding cycle that runs from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. This funding also includes approximately $21.1 million in one-time capital funding to 39 police departments and sheriffs’ offices – including $387,042 for the purchase of law enforcement technology and equipment to allow those agencies more effectively solve, reduce and prevent crime.
Trio Nabbed For Murder Of North Amityville 48-Year-Old In East Farmingdale
Suffolk County Police First Precinct officers in East Farmingdale responded to Garity Place after a passerby called 911 to report a man on the side of the road at approximately 1:35 a.m. Saturday, June 22. The man, Juan Carlos Diaz Geronimo, age 48, of North Amityville, was pronounced dead at...
Governor Hochul, Mayor Adams, and NYC Comptroller Lander Announce $500 Million for Affordable Housing
Agreement Designates Monies From the Battery Park City Authority’s Joint Purpose Fund To Be Spent for Affordable Housing. Builds on Commitment to Address New York’s Housing Crisis by Increasing Housing Stock With Safer, More Affordable, Quality Homes, Reducing Housing Cost Statewide. (WNY News Now) – Governor Kathy Hochul,...
2 Hudson Valley Courts to Get More Judges, Decrease Major Backlogs in New York
New York State Governor Kathy Hochul recently signed new legislation to address the major backlogs facing courts around the state. The latest legislation makes moves to decrease the intense backlog by adding more judges to these courts. New York Addresses Major Backlog in Family and Civil Court Cases. On Wednesday,...
New York DOT: Scary Footage of Near Accident in Work Zone [VIDEO]
Late last week, the New York Department of Transportation (DOT) shared scary footage of a near-miss accident that happened in a work zone in Otsego, New York. The summer is a popular time for road work across New York state. There are numerous major roads across the Hudson Valley that are currently under construction or undergoing maintenance resulting in work zones.
Listeria Outbreak Reaches New York State, Hospitalizes 7 People
A listeria outbreak linked to deli meats has sickened at least seven people in New York. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is investigating over two dozen reported illnesses across 12 states. As of Friday, 28 people have been sickened and hospitalized, with the most cases reported in New York state, with 7 people hospitalized. Two deaths have been reported, one in New Jersey and another in Illinois. The first case was reported May 29, and the most recent illness connected to the outbreak was reported July 5. The patients range in age from 32-94.
Digital Affordable Childcare Portal Launched For New Yorkers
Not long ago, we learned about the historic investment for New York State's child care assistance programs. On Friday July 19th, Governor Hochul helped to officially launch the web portal that will allow hundreds of thousands more New Yorkers access to those assistance programs. Digital Childcare Portal Launched For New...
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