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You can swim for free at these New York pools this summer
If you're a frequenter of the city's and state's many public swimming pools, you're by now familiar with the $2 entry fee that most of them ask for. That's, however, changing this summer: Governor Kathy Hochul just announced that the state is completely waiving entry fees at 14 state parks for the rest of the season. The list includes two public pools located in New York City: Roberto Clemente State Park Pool in the Bronx and the Riverbank State Park Pools in Manhattan.
Belmont Park winter racing to take place on a synthetic surface when the track reopens in 2026
Winter racing at Belmont Park will take place exclusively on a synthetic surface when the New York track reopens in 2026, a move made with the hope of keeping horses and jockeys safer and improving year-round conditions when also running on dirt and turf. The New York Racing Association unveiled...
‘The energy is amazing!’ Scenes from Gersh Park’s streetball opening night
There’s no better place for a hoop head than New York in the summer. And there may be no better place in the city than Linden Park in East New York — affectionately known as Gersh Park, after George Gershwin Junior High School, which borders the park. “The...
Win Tickets to AquaGlow & Qualify for a Flyaway to NYC for Jelly Roll
CAMP K92.3 wants to send you and your plus one to New York City to see Jelly Roll in concert! You could win a trip for two to catch Jelly Roll live at Madison Square Garden on September 27th, 2024. Listen weekdays for your opportunity to qualify for the grand prize trip!
NJ Gymnast Who At 9 Said Her Dream Was Landing Spot On Olympic Team Just Made It Happen
Hezly Rivera sure stuck the landing on that one.The 16-year-old Bergen County native who at 9 said she dreamed of making a spot on the USA gymnastics team did just that.She's headed to the Paris Olympics.Hezly, whose family moved from Oradell to Plano, TX, finished fifth in the all-aroun…
Glen Rock basketball court, site of shooting, reopened as borough weighs options
The Wilde Memorial Park basketball court in Glen Rock, the site of a shooting on May 21, reopened last week as the town considers all future options for the site. The borough has set up a special task force to observe and detail how much the court gets used. Once the task force finishes gathering the data, "we will have the necessary information to make the best decision moving forward,” the borough said in a statement posted on its Facebook page.
Chris Berman Has Made It Known Which Way He Leans Politically
Legendary ESPN host Chris Berman, who is often credited with helping launch the Worldwide Leader in Sports into the powerhouse that it became, has made it clear where he stands politically over the years. Berman, a 69-year-old Connecticut native, has given plenty of political donations to ...
Free Teen Swim Opportunities at Hoboken High School this Summer
Hoboken, NJ- The Hoboken Public School District has announced that it is offering Teen Swim opportunities at Hoboken High School this summer for residents at no cost. The following "Teen Learn to Swim" and "Teen Open Swim" sessions will be available on the following dates and times, for the following ages:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER ● Learn to Swim for Students Ages 13 to 15 from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM on Tuesday, July 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th and on Thursday, August 1st. ● Learn to Swim for Students Ages 16 to 18 from...
Newark’s Keith Colon to Make Boxing Pro-Debut at Prudential Arena
NEWARK – Keith Colon is set to make his professional boxing debut in his hometown of Newark at the Prudential Center on Saturday. “It's kind of been a long journey, but it's definitely been anticipated, and this opportunity to fight at all is a blessing,” Colon said. “I feel as though there's no better way to start my pro career than fighting home in front of my friends and family and support system.” Colon, a graduate of St. Benedict’s Preparatory School and a psychology major at Rutgers - Newark, has been training for the fight for some time.CLICK...
300 North Jersey athletes to watch in the 2024-25 school year
It's never too early to start looking ahead to the next year of high school sports in North Jersey. Off the heels of another successful North Jersey High School Sports Awards show, let's look ahead at the top athletes to watch in the upcoming school year. Most of the athletes on this list achieved either first...
Long Island native among top race walkers in the US
NEW YORK (PIX11) – Ruby Ray, a Long Island native who attends St. John’s University, is among the top race walkers in the United States. Ray, 19, recently competed at the U.S. Olympic trials in Eugene, Oregon. She fell short of qualifying for the 2024 Olympics in Paris, but she now has her sights set […]
Everyone Had Same Reaction To Joe Buck's Hall Of Fame Speech
Broadcaster Joe Buck received a tremendous honor on Monday night when he was inducted into the National Sports Media Association Hall of Fame. During his acceptance speech, Buck spent a significant amount of time recounting all the of the times his legendary broadcaster father Jack helped him ...
Immaculate Conception High School Guard Jaren Barnett Nets Offer from Delaware State University Hornets
Class of 2026 Montclair Immaculate Conception High School (N.J.) guard Jaren Barnett has received an offer from Division I Delaware State University Hornets Men’s basketball program, yesterday he wrote on X. The Hornets’ D-1 offer was the first for the 5-foot-10 Montclair, New Jersey, native. In addition to...
Grant Billmeier Adds 6’5 Guard Quentin Duncan; Becomes Fifth Member of the 2024 Recruiting Class
NEWARK, NJ–NJIT men's basketball head coach Grant Billmeier announced the fifth member of the 2024 recruiting class, welcoming Quentin Duncan to the Highlanders. Duncan, a talented combo guard, played a key role and was a consistent scoring threat on a Putnam Science Academy team that reached the Prep National Championship finals and was the No. 1 ranked team in New England in the 2023-24 season.
Hall of Fame Announces Notable Lineup of Guest Speakers
The stars will be out! Former and future Hall of Famers, car owners, media members, promoters and personal friends will be introducing the Class of 2024 during the upcoming induction ceremonies at the Northeast Dirt Modified Hall of Fame. The 32nd annual induction program will take place Wednesday, July 10...
Former Wisconsin volleyball assistant coach joins Columbia staff
Former Wisconsin volleyball assistant Angel Agu joined Columbia University as its newest assistant coach on June 28. Agu, a former four-year volleyball player at the University of Dayton, served as a volunteer assistant coach in Madison from 2018-19. In her two years on the Badgers’ sidelines, Wisconsin pocketed eight AVCA All-America awards and amassed a 52-14 mark — including 19 wins over nationally-ranked squads and a staggering 33-7 record in Big Ten play.
A look back…The High School Baseball Game Lou Gehrig Is Remembered For
June 26, 1920 – Lou Gehrig gets his first national mention when, as a high school junior for New York City’s School of Commerce, he steals the show in a high school championship game against Lane Tech in Chicago at Wrigley Field . The game was played in front of a crowd of more than 10,000 spectators. His grand slam home run, only the 19th ever hit in the ballpark, in the 8th gave the New York team a 12 – 8 victory. Scouts sit with open mouths as the ball sails out of the park.
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