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This Destructive, Invasive Insect Has Been Spotted In Upstate New York! See it, Kill It!
The Spotted Lanternfly is an invasive species to New York and must be killed. Their hatching season occurred in May and June and now they have been spotted here in New York State. It's time to take action. According to the New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), the Spotted...
New York Area Airports Make List of Most Unreliable In U.S.
If you want a stress-free travel experience this summer, you'll want to avoid these airports. Traveling on vacation can be an exciting experience but it can also be very stressful at times. A new study has revealed the most unreliable airports in the US, with two New York area airports making the top 10.
R.N.C. ends with unity, Dems remain divided
The 2024 Republican National Convention ended with Former President Donald Trump accepting the nomination to run for president. This is the third time the president has been chosen to represent the Republican party in a race for president.
A 7-month-old tree kangaroo peeked out of its mom’s pouch at the Bronx Zoo and here are the photos
NEW YORK (AP) — The second baby of a tree-dwelling kangaroo made its public debut this week in New York, poking its pink head head out of its mom’s furry white pouch. The tiny Matschie’s tree kangaroo, or Dendrolagus matschiei, was born in December and is the second born to the same mother since 2022. It also was the third of its kind born at the Bronx Zoo since 2008.
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.
Yankees Face Backlash Over DJ LeMahieu’s Weak Performance and Boone’s Controversial Move
Aaron Boone's excuse for DJ LeMahieu reflects the Yankees' struggle as fans come to terms with the team's need for a different solution. LeMahieu signed a six-year, $90 million contract after the 2020 season, reflecting high expectations. In 2024, LeMahieu's performance has been lackluster with a .177 batting average, 0...
‘NBA Draft Steal’ Jumps Ahead of 9-Year Veteran as Knicks Backup PG: Insider
Tyler Kolek‘s outstanding NBA Summer League play could lead to a potential bench role in his rookie year with the New York Knicks. According to SNY’s Ian Begley, Kolek jumped ahead of nine-year veteran Cam Payne in the Knicks point guard rotation. “This is where things stand with...
Park Slope Tenants Secure Agreement with City, Landlord to Keep Units Affordable
Stellar Management, the Fifth Avenue Committee and the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) signed an agreement that makes all the units at 341 10th Street in Park Slope affordable housing. The entities closed on an Article XI regulatory agreement for the building last week, ensuring...
89-year-old comedian recovering after she was randomly punched on New York street
NEW YORK (AP) — An 89-year-old comedian is recovering after being randomly punched and knocked to the ground while waiting to cross a street in New York earlier this month. D’yan Forest said she had just stopped at a coffee shop and was heading to a swimming pool when someone came up to her from behind and hit her in the eye. She lay on the ground in shock as police and paramedics came to her aid.
Yankees ‘not that into’ flashy trade deadline target despite obvious need
The New York Yankees had a successful first game after the All-Star break. Despite the 6-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays, the pinstripes fan base is starting to worry. Across their last 25 games, Aaron Boone’s squad put up a 9-16 record. The Baltimore Orioles hold first place in the AL East by one game over the Yankees. The Bronx Bombers can surely leap, but they might need reinforcements.
Fandango Founder James Michael Cline’s Suicide Note Found After Jumping To Death From NYC Hotel’s 20th Floor
James Michael Cline, the entrepreneur who founded the popular movie ticketing service Fandango, died Tuesday in an apparent suicide in Manhattan. He was 64. The New York Police Department reported that officers responded to a call at the Kimberly Hotel in midtown at 10:19 a.m. They found an unresponsive male with injuries consistent with a fall from a great height. The investigation is ongoing.
Kool DJ Red Alert honored with interactive sculpture in Harlem
NEW YORK - On Friday, hip-hop legend Kool DJ Red Alert was honored with his own statue in his home neighborhood as part of the ongoing Harlem Sculpture Gardens exhibit.Kool DJ Red Alert himself was in Montefiore Park as shouts of "Yeahhhhh!" echoed from the crowd when his likeness, named for his signature chant, was unveiled."This is something that's very rare, but in blessings, I'm here to witness it," Kool DJ Red Alert said.Red Alert remains a staple in hip-hop history, credited with inventing the mixtape as Afrika Bambaataa's DJ, still mixing on WBLS six days a week, 40 years after...
College scholarships awarded to 3 deserving Staten Island high school seniors
The Bayway Community Advisory Panel (CAP) Recently awarded $1,000 scholarships to 14 local students in the municipalities of Linden, Rahway, Elizabeth, and Staten Island, including three borough seniors: Erin Harris, a student at St. Joseph Hill Academy High School, Jose Perez IV of Curtis High School, and Sharif Rafa, also of Curtis.
Video: Juan Soto scores on thrilling Little League home run
Everything was going right for Juan Soto during the New York Yankees’ Friday contest against the Tampa Bay Rays at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, N.Y. The highlight of Soto’s night was undoubtedly his Little League home run in the bottom of the 4th inning. With two outs and the bases empty, Soto came up... The post Video: Juan Soto scores on thrilling Little League home run appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
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