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Spec-Quack-ular: 'World's Largest Rubber Duck' Coming To Rye Playland
"The World's Largest Rubber Duck" will arrive in Rye Playland on Friday, Aug. 16, and stay through Sunday, Aug. 18, serving as the centerpiece of the park's "Second Annual Duck Days of Summer" celebration. The 61-foot-tall duck, which aims to bring "love and joy to the globe," according to its...
22-Year-Old New Dad Found Dead Following Arizona Building Collapse
A man was killed in Arizona after the warehouse he worked in collapsed, leaving behind a son born just two weeks earlier. The Arizona man, presumptively identified by authorities as Oswaldo Antonio Montoya Torres, was working the night shift at the Freeport warehouse on July 24 when a downburst hit. The sudden gust of wind caused the warehouse’s side to cave in. While others escaped, Torres was unfortunately entrapped within the rubble of the collapse.
Mail carrier robbed at gunpoint on Queens street: police
QUEENS, N.Y. (PIX11) — Police are on the hunt for a man who allegedly robbed a United States Postal Service mail carrier at gunpoint in Queens on Monday. The robbery was caught on camera. Surveillance video showed a man walk past the mail carrier at the corner of 55th Avenue and 63rd Place around 12:30 […]
Mets Acquire Tyler Zuber From Rays
The New York Mets have acquired reliever Tyler Zuber from the Tampa Bay Rays for Paul Gervase. Anthony DiComo was the first to report the trade. Zuber has a 2.70 ERA in two appearances this season for the Rays. In parts of three MLB seasons, he has a 5.13 ERA over 56 games.
Daredevil social media influencer stole ATMs across N.J., $38k in handbags, cops say
A social media influencer known for filming himself speeding through dense city traffic in luxury cars at ultra-high speeds and baiting police into chases, was charged by authorities for a series of robberies in Bergen County that targeted ATMs and luxury handbags at a consignment shop, police alleged in charging documents.
Free Health Fair for Westchester Families: A Community Wellness Event
Free Health Fair for Westchester Families: A Community Wellness Event. Westchester families, mark your calendars for this upcoming health fair in Mamaroneck. The Healthier Mamaroneck Access to Care Health Fair will offer families the opportunity to access several valuable health resources, information, and goodies, and best of all, it’s all free. This health fair is open to all families. Organizers also say this upcoming fair will also be a great space for the Spanish-speaking immigrant families of our community to take advantage of all of the resources that will be available this weekend. Families won’t want to miss this free and family-friendly day of health and fun.
McCoy signs deal with San Diego Padres
Hofstra University baseball outfielder Alex McCoy announced he signed a free agent contract with the San Diego Padres on Wednesday, July 17, just one day after the culmination of the 2024 MLB Draft. While the deal is official, a physical signing is still pending. As a Baltimore native, McCoy transferred...
Updates from the Hicksville Water District
Water District Holds Awards Ceremony for 2024 Water Conservation Poster Contest Winners. The Hicksville Water District (HWD) recently held an awards ceremony to celebrate the 29 winners of the District’s 2024 Water Conservation Poster Contest. An annual tradition in the District, the poster contest helps Hicksville’s elementary school students...
Inouye Adds Jake Long to Softball Staff as Assistant Coach
BRONX, N.Y. - With the fall semester just around the corner, Head Softball Coach Melissa Inouye announced Tuesday the addition of Jake Long to her staff for the upcoming season. Long makes his way up the coast to The Bronx from Gainesville, Fla. where he spent the past two seasons...
Yankees Surprisingly Sign Ex-Outfielder and World Series Hero as a Pitcher
The New York Yankees have already made a big splash in the trade market. The team acquired Jazz Chisholm Jr. from the Miami Marlins on July 27. The Yankees are not done making moves before the July 30 trade deadline. The team made two moves on July 30 bringing arms...
Suspected Gilgo Beach Serial Killer Rex Heuermann May Seek Separate Trials For Multiple Murders
Suspected Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann may seek separate trials for the six murders he is currently charged with, according to his defense attorney. Heuermann, 60, of Massapequa Park, took longer to get to court than anticipated, spurring Judge Timothy Mazzei to quip to court officers, “Did you walk him over from the jail?”
Mets trade away homegrown veteran reliever
The Mets are trading Josh Walker to the Pittsburgh Pirates, as first reported by Fansided’s Robert Murray. The left-hander was recently designated for assignment after appearing in just 10 games for the Mets, putting up a 5.11 ERA with 11 strikeouts and six walks in 12 1/3 innings of work.
Far Rockaway Burglary Suspect Fights with Arresting Officers, According to Officials
The Fourth Squad reports the arrest of a Far Rockaway man for an Assault that occurred on Monday, July 29, 2024 at 7:08 a.m. in Island Park. According to Detectives, Officers responded to a residence on Kildare Road for a Burglary. Officers located the subject in the vicinity of Long Beach Road and Carolina Avenue. They attempted to place defendant Malik Hodge, 28, of 314 Beach 45th Street, into custody. One Officer sustained injuries during the course of the arrest as the defendant was violent and combative while resisting arrest. The Officer was transported to a local area hospital for treatment and evaluation. The defendant was also transported to a local area hospital.
Yankees release infielder ahead of trade deadline
PHILADELPHIA — The Yankees announced a roster move on trade-deadline day morning. Minor-league infielder Jeter Downs has been released an signed a contract to play in Japan with the Fukuoka Softank Haws, the Yankees announced. SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE YANKEES NEWSLETTER:. Heading into Tuesday, the Yankees had made...
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