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New York: Watch Out for These Dancing Insects – They Hurt!
This summer, New Yorkers may come across a curious sight: thousands of white fluffy insects dancing on local beech trees. While these tiny dancers (check out how they shake it in the video below) may look fun, their name, as well as their painful defense mechanism, are no joke. Dancing...
15-Year-Old Girl Arrested at New York State Fair for Stabbing Two Others
One of the more disturbing trends in society today is the increase in violence among youth offenders. In Utica, the first homicide of the year was the death of a 15-year-old at the hands of what is believed to be another teen. That case has yet to be solved almost 9 months later.
Statewide Alert – Fears Grow In New York About This Virus
There is an ongoing, and growing, concern about a virus that is spreading in portions of New York State. After the COVID-19 pandemic, most people have gotten more cautious and germ aware when it comes to staying healthy and avoiding getting sick. Whether it is wearing a mask, social distancing, or just staying away from large gatherings, some of the things we learned in the pandemic still apply.
In western CT, businesses in small towns say they're devastated after flooding
State officials say they’re allocating $5 million for a program aimed at helping small businesses in western Connecticut after last week’s record-setting rainfall and flooding. State grants of up to $25,000 will be available for selected small businesses and nonprofit groups in Fairfield, Litchfield and New Haven counties....
Get a taste of Little Italy during the annual Ferragosto Festival
BELMONT, The Bronx (PIX11) — The tastes and culture of Italy will take over the Bronx during the annual Ferragosto Festival on Arthur Avenue. The celebration of all things Italian is back on Sep. 8 and will stretch from East 187th Street to Crescent Avenue starting at 12 p.m. Ferragosto Festival is free to all, […]
Yankees ignite playoff roster competition with latest outfielder waiver claim
The New York Yankees made the procedural decision to move reliever Ian Hamilton to the 60-Day Injured List on Monday afternoon in order to take a proactive look at a potential playoff burner. Don't worry. Hamilton's timeline for return hasn't changed -- or, at least, if it has, the change...
Serious Weather Warnings Issued For Hudson Valley, New York City, Long Island
Weather experts are warning New Yorkers of the chance of severe weather, including the possibility of a tornado. The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory for the Lower Hudson Valley and other parts of downstate. Heat Advisory For Rockland, Westchester, New York City, Long Island. The heat advisory is...
Lottery opens for 90 mixed-income apartments at first Gowanus rezoning project, from $784/month
Rendering courtesy of the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development. A housing lottery launched this week for 90 mixed-income apartments at the first residential project developed under the Gowanus rezoning. The two-tower rental at 420 Carroll Street includes 360 apartments, 25 percent of which are priced below market rate, commercial space, and a new public promenade along the Gowanus Canal. New Yorkers earning 40, 60, 100, and 130 percent of the area median income can apply for the units, priced from $784/month for studios to $3,298/month for three bedrooms.
New York City offers hundreds of affordable housing options for seniors
NEW YORK (PIX11) – New York City is home to nearly 2 million people over the age of 60, and these older adults are more likely to live below the poverty line, according to data from the NYC Department of Aging. The New York City Housing Connect website has hundreds of units open for seniors […]
Prince Harry to Visit New York City for the United Nations General Assembly for Climate Week
Prince Harry will be making a special visit to New York City for the upcoming United Nations General Assembly for Climate Week. “During UN General Assembly High-level Week and Climate Week in New York City, Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex, will be in town to advance a number of his patronages and philanthropic initiatives,” […]
All NYC Health + Hospitals’ Five Long-Term Care Facilities Earn 5-Star CMS Quality Rating
Four NYC Health + Hospitals Long-Term Care Facilities earned a 5-Star CMS overall rating. The stars tell New Yorkers and prospective patients about how well a facility is caring for residents’ physical and clinical needs. Facilities can earn a maximum of five stars, based on health inspections, staffing levels,...
Massapequa summer camps wrap up
Summer has wound to a close, but many Massapequa kids still have their camp smiles with them on the first day of school. The village hosted a variety of camp programs this year, from sports to the arts. The Summer Fine Arts Program welcomed 500 students, led by certified teachers...
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