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Poughkeepsie Man Arrested in Connection with Fatal Manhattan Shooting
MANHATTAN, N.Y. — A Poughkeepsie man has been charged with multiple counts, including first-degree murder, following a fatal shooting in Manhattan earlier this summer. Jayquan Straker, 35, of 22 Styvestandt…
Jersey Shore, Meet The Remote-Controlled Lifeguard! [VIDEO]
While the beaches along the NJ coastline are absolutely gorgeous, they're not always the calmest of waters. It's not unusual to hear about certain summer days putting the local lifeguards to work. New Jersey's beaches present a challenging job to lifeguards that requires them to stay vigilant and handle various situations.
A New Work That’s Steeped in the Classic, but Still Individual
<First published online in the New York Times on July 17, 2012>. SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — It’s startling how different New York City Ballet looks at the open-air Saratoga Performing Arts Center. The light has the effect of subtly changing faces, feet, musculature. Choreography, too. As I watched two performances here on Saturday, works as familiar as George Balanchine’s “Concerto Barocco” and “Symphony in C” suddenly revealed fresh details. The dancers looked happy, despite the afternoon heat, as if performing for friends. A high quotient of young people in the audience cheered and clapped at every opportunity.
Old Farmer’s Winter Prediction Good News For New York?
The editors of the Old Farmer's Almanac have leaked their 2024-25 Winter prediction for New York State. READ MORE: CHECK OUT THE FARMER'S ALMANAC'S 2024-25 WINTER PREDICTION. New York State is split into three different regions in the prediction and it looks like all three regions are in for a warmer and drier than normal winter this year.
Man Robbed in Broad Daylight by Bike Riding Goon in New York City; Victim was Knocked Out and then Robbed
An individual on a bicycle assaulted a man, causing him to lose consciousness, and proceeded to steal from the victim on a street in Brooklyn, as reported by the police on Friday. An alarming incident took place shortly after 10:30 a.m. on Sunday near Metropolitan Avenue and Manhattan Avenue in...
Two Men Allegedly Lead Police on High Speed Chase Through Sullivan and Orange
New York State Police said that they pursued two suspects from Westchester County, that lead them on a high speed chase that took them through two counties. The chase took police on two of the areas busier state routes, and then ended with a crash on the New York Thruway.
Authorities: Former Plainfield mayoral candidate indicted for alleged attempt to mail fraudulent voter applications
Dr. Henrilynn Ibezim attempted to mail nearly 1,000 fraudulent registration forms to Union County officials during his 2021 campaign for mayor, according to authorities.
Millburn Residents Read 37,537 Books During Library’s Summer Reading Contest, Plus Future Events
MILLBURN, NJ — The Millburn Free Public Library recently reported impressive statistics for its annual Summer Reading Contest. 1,199 readers read 37,537 books. Participants included:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER 921 kids 100 teens 178 adults Over the summer, the library hosted many interesting and fun activities for children, teens and adults, including the Second Annual Pride Celebration, live and virtual author visits, crafts, a Juneteenth celebration, a cybersecurity presentation, a Medicare presentation, a live concert series, hybrid events, the seed packet library, a class about cyanotype (solar printing), a pop-up at Liv Breads, an Aquatic Adventures program,...
Buying a car? NJ giving you a break if you get an EV
TRENTON — New Jersey is getting a fifth year of the state’s Charge Up New Jersey electric vehicle incentive program, which promotes clean vehicle adoption by incentivizing the purchase of EVs and EV chargers. Starting Wednesday, all eligible vehicles with a sticker price of $55,000 can receive a...
Top 5 Stories on Brownstoner: A Brownsville Affordable Housing Lottery
An affordable housing lottery has started for 165 truly affordable apartments in an under-construction Brownsville building, with one-bedroom units starting at $484 per month. The lottery is for the third and final building in the 100 percent affordable Ebenezer Plaza complex, developed in a partnership between Ebenezer Urban Ministries Center (formerly the Church of God of East Flatbush) and a group of other affordable housing developers.
New York students rise to task of being ‘PGA for a Day’
“Welcome Mister President, Madame President,” says the current President of the General Assembly, Dennis Francis. He ushers high schoolers Erik Ponomarev and Fariha Akter into his office before his bilateral meeting with the top diplomat who holds a different presidency for the month of September – the Security Council.
Broadway Week – September 3-15 – Pre-Theatre Menus Designed for Theatergoers
Broadway Week is an exciting happening in the Theatre District for two weeks from September 3rd to the 15th when Broadway favorites are on a 2 for 1 offer. See a performance for the first time or see it again! Some of the great shows that participate include Wicked, Chicago, The Great Gatsby, Sufffs, Hamilton, Water for Elephants, Aladdin, and more!
Luminaries and Hopefuls Join to Ensure Choreography’s Future
<First published online in the New York Times on November 7, 2010>. If ballet is to have a future, it needs new choreography. Let nobody doubt that steps are being taken to make that future happen. The New York Choreographic Institute is dedicated to promoting the development of choreographers by providing dancers, rehearsal space and time, symposiums and seminars on choreography and other theater arts, and choreographic fellowships with individual companies.
Test of a prototype quantum internet runs under New York City for half a month
To introduce quantum networks into the marketplace, engineers must overcome the fragility of entangled states in a fiber cable and ensure the efficiency of signal delivery. Now, scientists at Qunnect Inc. in Brooklyn, New York, have taken a large step forward by operating just such a network under the streets of New York City.
Nutley Family Service Bureau Garden Party Proceeds Positively Impact Community Service
The funds raised through the Garden Party allow NFSB to expand its reach and enhance its existing programs, ensuring that essential services are readily available to those in need. From providing counseling and mental health support to empowering individuals with resources, your generosity has enabled us to uplift and strengthen our community's well-being.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The Garden Party's impact extends beyond immediate assistance. By supporting the NFSB's mission, you are actively investing in the future of our community, fostering a more resilient and compassionate society that thrives on empathy and care. VISIT...
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