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Cicalese enjoying first year as Port Jervis Mayor
PORT JERVIS — Dominic Cicalese moved from South Ozone Park, Queens to Port Jervis at the age of three after his father was named the city’s new postmaster. When Cicalese considered a run for Mayor of Port Jervis, he reflected on his upbringing in this old railroad town wedged between a river (Delaware) and a mountain (Greenville).
Putnam goes to the dogs (GALLERY)
KENT- The Putnam Veterans Memorial Park became a haven for dogs Saturday when the Putnam Kennel Club conducted its annual dog show. Four hundred dogs, comprising dozens of breeds, converged on the park with their owners and handlers from across the eastern U.S., in fantastic weather. Heather Foti of Putnam...
Brian Quillin: Greenport Vocal Coach Teaches Confidence in Music & Life
Upon meeting Brian Quillin at his home music classroom in Greenport, it quickly becomes clear that he’s found his calling as a private voice teacher. It’s not his deep knowledge of music theory, skills on piano and guitar, or crystal-clear singing voice that give away his proficiency in this new career — though those are vital tools in his belt. No, the key to his burgeoning success seems to stem from his uplifting aura of positivity and genuine enthusiasm for his students’ growth on and off the stage.
N.Y. Weather: More heat and humidity to close out July
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The weather throughout the last full week of July will be more of the same, according to AccuWeather. The remainder of the month will continue with the pattern of hot, wet weather that’s become so familiar this July. AccuWeather predicts temperatures in the low...
Hotels to NYC: Slow Down on Bill That Could Decimate Hospitality Economy
WASHINGTON (July 19, 2024) – American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) Interim President & CEO Kevin Carey issued the following statement today after the introduction of a New York City Council bill that would force hotels to abide by arbitrary operational mandates in order to stay in business. “This...
Luther Vandross, “Never Too Much” At ImageNation Outdoors In Harlem (Video)
The 22nd ANNUAL IMAGENATION OUTDOOR film and Music Festival will run from July 27th – to Sept 21st in Harlem, New York. In addition to outdoor screenings of Black films, live music performances, and DJs some of the festival highlights include; Drive-In Movie Series at East River Plaza and the HW50 Sidebar a celebration of Harlem Week 50th Anniversary (HW50) feat. films about Harlem and/or made in Harlem, the first annual ImageNation’s Afro Cinemusic Festival a 3-Day film and music festival in Marcus Garvey Park, Kids Night Out Back to School Event and the NYC premiere of Luther: Never Too Much at our annual ImageNation’s Soul Train Tribute which is also an official billboard Live Hip Hop and R&B Week event in also in Marcus Garvey Park and the ImageNation X FDBA Open Streets Movie Series, ImagiNation has partnered with BuyBlack.org to create BuyBlack Shopping Village, a marketplace that will be at most outdoor festival events and the festival lounge.
Former Knicks forward who was supposed to fill void last season signs overseas
This time last season, New York Knicks fans were convinced (or trying to convince themselves) that Isaiah Roby would be Julius Randle's backup. A few weeks earlier, the front office traded Obi Toppin to the Pacers, leaving a void in the frontcourt. Roby signed with New York on the final...
“What’s His Problem?” — Man Accuses Busker of Lip-Syncing, She Shuts Him Down Perfectly
A busker in New York City who was harassed by a random man on the street is being praised on TikTok for the way she conducted herself in the unsavory exchange.It seems like root of the man's gripe was that he couldn't believe Taylor Iman (@misstayloriman) was actually singing the tune she was belting out on the street.Taylor documented the exchange on the popular social media platform, and she begins her video with a recording of herself singing on a New York City street. She's got a speaker set up with a microphone on top of what looks like a...
Somers Resident Celebrates 100th Birthday in Style
SOMERS, N.Y. - Mrs. Virginia Flood, a resident of Heritage Hills for 47 years, celebrated her 100th birthday on Sunday, July 7, with family and friends at a brunch at Wee Burn Country Club in Darien, CT. Also known as Gee Gee or Ginnie, Mrs. Flood (nee Bernene) was raised in Bedford. She was an administrative assistant to the president of Northern Westchester Hospital for 25 years and has also been a member of Twigs, served on the Board of the VNA of Hudson Valley, and was Secretary of the Heritage Hills Condo Board. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Former OSU Infielder Roc Riggio Hits Walk-Off Home Run, Secures No-Hitter for Hudson Valley Renegades
Roc Riggio, a former OSU Infielder, hit a walk-off home run for the Hudson Valley Renegades, the High-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, securing a combined no-hitter and breaking a scoreless tie. Riggio's stats for this season with Hudson Valley: .222 batting average, 16 doubles, three triples, seven home...
German Fest 2024 takes place this weekend
PUTNAM VALLEY – Get out your lederhosen and your feathered hat! German Fest 2024 is being held this weekend in Putnam Valley. The German-American Social Club has once again organized the event planned for 11 Kramers Pond Road under a giant party tent rain or shine. Entertainment will be...
Hit man, 24, sentenced for stabbing NY man's neighbor to death during fence repair
A man hired to kill the neighbor of an Orange County man was sentenced to 18 years in prison last week, prosecutors announced. Damante Stansberry, 24, had already pled guilty to the murder of a 53-year-old Wallkill man committed in October 2022. According to prosecutors, Enoch Lowe had "long-standing animosity"...
Huge Star From The Outsiders Movie Hosts 50’s Night At New York Drive-In
It is a Summer ritual, heading to the Drive-In for a movie. This year many local drive-in theatres are doing special events and showing some classic films. The writers and actors strike last year resulted in fewer films being released which meant theatres have had to get a bit creative when it comes to keeping the movies fresh each week for Moviegoers.
Wanted New York State Man Arrested After Falling Through Ceiling
A man in New York state, who was wanted by police on three felonies, had thought he had found the perfect hiding spot from authorities. He thought wrong. Thing is, police didn't even have to try very hard to bust his cover either. The suspect basically gave himself up to police on his own.
‘Elegant Creature’ Spotted In New York State For The 1st Time
An "elegant creature" was just spotted in New York State for the first time. We learned why this may have "unprecedented" event likely happened. A flamingo flew to the Empire State. Flamingo Arrives In New York State. American Flamingos are typically found in the Caribbean, Mexico, and northern parts of...
07/21/2024: A Few Rainy Days in Our Future
The Latest Storm Tracker Forecast from Meteorologist Kevin Appleby:. The surface map is rather cluttered this morning with several nearby systems, including a cold front dropping through our region from the north into this afternoon. This front will spark just a few stray passing showers, with the vast majority of us staying dry. Monday looks to be mostly dry – but rain chances pick up regionwide Monday evening, setting the stage for an somewhat damp week ahead.
New York’s Largest Offshore Wind Project, Sunrise Wind, Commences Construction
Construction has begun on Sunrise Wind, New York's largest offshore wind project, Governor Kathy Hochul confirmed. The 924MW wind farm, developed by Ørsted, will provide clean energy for approximately 600,000 homes in New York upon completion. The wind farm is located around 30 miles east of Montauk, New York....
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