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FDNY Crews Control Two-Alarm Queens Fire in Excessive Heat
FirstOnScenePhotos shared some images of Fire Department of New York (FDNY) firefighters operating at the scene of a recent house fire in Queens. A stubborn, smoky, two-alarm fire in a private dwelling brought FDNY companies from around the borough on Tuesday afternoon, July 9, 2024. First-arriving companies were met by...
Former Mets player who went from fan-favorite to villain is hoping for a 2025 comeback
The All-Star Break is always a good time for a “where are they now?” segment anywhere you look. Making the news hours before the Home Run Derby on Monday was former New York Mets fan favorite turned villain Noah Syndergaard. What is he up to?. According to Jon...
Extreme heat causes train service delays for NYC subways, NJ Transit
NEW YORK (PIX11) – If your morning commute includes riding the rails, you may want to consider a Plan B. The A, E, F and J subway lines were running with delays in both directions Wednesday due to a loss of power at the Delancy Street-Essex Street train station, according to the MTA. Normal service […]
Heat waves trigger Amtrak delays, SEPTA slowdowns
You're not the only one moving slower in a heat wave. Extreme temperatures can cause Amtrak delays and lead to slowdowns on SEPTA.Why it matters: Climate change impacts transportation and we're feeling the effects with hotter, longer commutes.The big picture: Prolonged high temperatures can cause outdoor rail tracks to expand and deform.That means Amtrak and SEPTA trains can operate at slower speeds when heat spikes and railways are closely monitored for kinks.Abnormalities aren't very common, but precautionary measures are taken to keep riders safe.State of play: Travelers are experiencing longer lag times on Amtrak. As the heat dome formed in...
RXR eyes conversion of distressed Helmsley Building
When in distress, convert. That’s the rationale driving Scott Rechler’s rescue plan for the debt-burdened Helmsley Building. Months after a monster loan backed by 230 Park Avenue landed in special servicing, then maturity default, the head of RXR is analyzing whether a conversion of the office building would boost revenue enough for his firm to eventually right the $670 million mortgage.
Sun fall to Liberty, allow 30 points from Sabrina Ionescu
NEW YORK — The Connecticut Sun fought back into the game after falling behind early to the New York Liberty Tuesday at Barclays Center. Things were tied going into the fourth quarter. However, a silky 3-pointer from Sabrina Ionescu followed by a layup from Kennedy Burke in the opening...
Community bus trip heading to Yankee Stadium
RICHFIELD SPRINGS — The public is invited to come along Saturday, Aug. 10 on a Community Bus Trip to Yankee Stadium. The Yankees will be playing the Texas Rangers. Deadline for registering has been extended to Friday, July 26.
Alleged extremist group leader accused of planning to poison kids in NYC
NEW YORK -- The alleged leader of a violent extremist group plotted to poison children and minorities in New York City, authorities said Tuesday.Michail Chkhikvishvili, 20, was arrested in Moldova on July 6.According to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of New York, Chkhikvishvili is the leader of the "Maniac Murder Cult," an international racially and ethnically motivated violent extremist group.Authorities said Chkhikvishvili was staying with a relative in Brooklyn in 2022 and began using encrypted mobile messaging platforms to encourage others to commit violent hate crimes. He also claimed that he committed hate crimes himself while living...
Mayor Adams gets fiery during weekly briefing
A typical Tuesday at City Hall involves Mayor Eric Adams taking questions from the media. But this week’s briefing was more intense for the mayor, who was hot under the collar, highly critical of the media and defensive of his administration. Adams fought back when he was asked about...
One Year Ago Today – Beloved NYC TV Meteorologist, Elise Finch, Suddenly Died
It was one year ago today (July 16, 2023) that a beloved face in New York City television died. Elise Finch, a longtime meteorologist with WCBS-TV (CBS 2), died in a New York City hospital on July 16, 2023. WCBS-TV confirmed the news shortly after her death, which left her...
Girl Scouts of Nassau County Announces Levittown Resident to Serve on Board Development Committee
Girl Scouts of Nassau County announced today that Levittown resident Rebecca Martinez has been nominated to the Girl Scouts of Nassau County Board Development Committee through 2026. Rebecca Martinez was sworn in during the organization’s 59th Annual Meeting, which was held at the Ruth S. Harley University Center on the Adelphi University campus. Girl Scouts of Nassau County’s Board of Directors and Board Development Committee comprises lifelong Girl Scouts, community leaders, and nonprofit and corporate executives who provide leadership, innovation and constant support to the Girl Scouts of Nassau County council.
Barton Mines inducted into state's Historic Business Preservation Registry
NORTH RIVER | Sen. Dan Stec (R,C-Queensbury) presented the management and staff of Barton Mines Corporation (Barton) with a certificate inducting the company into the New York State Historic Business Preservation Registry. Stec nominated Barton for this honor, citing its lengthy history and the continued importance the company has in the region through its operations in the towns of Johnsburg and Indian Lake and the City of Glens Falls.
Severe thunderstorms approach Vermont, threatening powerful winds and large hail
The storm was expected to arrive around 4 p.m., according to the National Weather Service, hitting the central and southern parts of the state. Read the story on VTDigger here: Severe thunderstorms approach Vermont, threatening powerful winds and large hail .
Gov. Hochul weighs banning cellphones in classrooms across NY
NEW YORK (PIX11) – New York lawmakers are considering a statewide ban on cellphones in classrooms. Gov. Kathy Hochul met with superintendents, teachers and union leaders from several school districts on Monday on the possible restrictions. “The principals, the superintendents also told me about what happens when students are there, capturing everything that happens with […]
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