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Higher temperatures are worsening the spotted lanternfly problem. Here’s how to get rid of them
Spotted lanternfly (SLF) nymphs have started their infestation earlier than usual this year. They are also growing up sooner. On Friday, the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (DAM) verified the first SLF within the five boroughs was in Long Island City, Queens. The first sighting of an adult in 2023 was in the same area nearly a week later — which might not sound like a big deal, but it is in SLF time.
Adorable baby joey finally comes out of its mom’s pouch at the Bronx Zoo
A rare tree kangaroo born in The Bronx at the end of December has finally come out of the marsupial pouch. The tiny Matschie’s tree kangaroo, considered endangered by International Union for Conservation of Nature since 1996, can be seen poking its head out of its mother’s pouch in a post by the Bronx Zoo on X. At birth, the tree kangaroo joey is the size of a jellybean, and the majority of its physical development occurs in the mother’s pouch. Joeys don’t emerge fully from the pouch for about seven months, the zoo said, and returns to it frequently to nurse....
Mary Tyler Moore's former Greenwich house sees $2 million price reduction
After hitting the market last September for $21.9 million, the former house of actor Mary Tyler Moore has taken another price cut this month. Last week, the price of home belonging to the "Ordinary People" actor was cut down by $2 million— down to $16.9 million, according to Zillow records. In April, the price of the property was cut by $3 million — down to $18.9 million at the time.
Manhattan Poodle Reunited With Rescuers And Vet Care Teams After Recuperating From Alleged Abuse
Months after allegedly being abused by its owner, a poodle puppy named Rocket has been reunited with its rescuers. The estimated one-year-old pup is now safe and sound thanks to the efforts of those who rescued him. On May 16th, the New York Police Department (NYPD) came to the rescue...
Somers Resident Celebrates 100th Birthday in Style
SOMERS, N.Y. - Mrs. Virginia Flood, a resident of Heritage Hills for 47 years, celebrated her 100th birthday on Sunday, July 7, with family and friends at a brunch at Wee Burn Country Club in Darien, CT. Also known as Gee Gee or Ginnie, Mrs. Flood (nee Bernene) was raised in Bedford. She was an administrative assistant to the president of Northern Westchester Hospital for 25 years and has also been a member of Twigs, served on the Board of the VNA of Hudson Valley, and was Secretary of the Heritage Hills Condo Board. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
N.Y. Lottery: Two TAKE 5 winners score more than $50,000 in prize money
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Last night’s lottery drawings were filled with winners!. Two lucky people in two different boroughs pulled top prizes last night from the popular TAKE 5 lottery game, worth $19,100 and $34,505 respectively. That’s one way to beat the heat. The $19,100 prize got...
See it: Baby kangaroo born at Bronx Zoo makes first appearance
A baby Matschie's tree kangaroo, an endangered species from Papua New Guinea, made its first appearance at the Bronx Zoo on Thursday, marking a significant birth for the zoo and a result of its participation in a breeding program.
Week Five: Monday, July 22: Exploring Water
"Adventure Begins at Your Library!" To celebrate the joy of reading and bestow the spirit of adventure on your summer, the Yonkers Public Library has eight weekly themes to help you get the most out of your summer reading journey. Water is everywhere! Water makes up most of our bodies,...
Travelers can now hitch a ride on free driverless shuttle buses at JFK airport: ‘Wave of the future’
Self-driving shuttles are taking off at JFK airport. Travelers can now hitch a free ride in two driverless buses around the Queens airport parking lot under a pilot program launched by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Tuesday. The futuristic experience seemed to intrigue some passengers — while others were more skeptical. “A little terrifying, but cool,” Maria Rosiello, a 57-year-old educator from New Jersey said of the trip. “Very clean, but it’s also brand new. It was interesting, the wave of the future.” Another traveler, Terri-Anne, of Brooklyn, said that she prefers “human judgment,” but “if it’s just a short...
GLEN ISLAND SAND ART COMPETITION RETURNS, SATURDAY, AUGUST 3
(New Rochelle, NY) – Get your thinking caps on, assemble your team, and dust off your pails and shovels and register for the Glen Island Sand Art Competition, which takes place, Saturday, Aug. 3 at 11 a.m.!. Teams should be comprised of at least two participants, with a maximum...
Westchester rocks: Catch a Taylor Swift tribute, Ladysmith Black Mambazo and more
You don’t have to hightail it out of Westchester to catch a great summer concert. Joe Bonamassa will scorch through bluesy guitar solos for two August nights at Port Chester’s Capitol Theatre. ...
Mamaroneck Students Pursue Arts In College
MHS has a vast arts program, with classes covering topics from ceramics to filmmaking. Many gifted seniors will continue their refined artistry in college, taking with them their talent and creativity to wherever they may go. With summer just around the corner, here is a highlight commemorating graduating seniors who are pursuing art as they continue to the next milestone in their lives.
Discover Larchmont’s Culinary Gems During Dine LA
Larchmont restaurants are participating in Dine LA, offering local foodies an opportunity to try out some of our neighborhood’s top eateries. Here is the Buzz’s quick guide to the must-visit spots in the area. Larchmont’s own Michelin one-star restaurant serving contemporary Californian cuisine meets refined elegance. For Dine...
'The Woodpile' Chronicles Family and Bedford History
BEDFORD, N.Y. - This week will see the debut of feature filmmaker and Fox Lane High School Tingley Scholarship winner Sam Griff when “The Woodpile” comes to The Bedford Playhouse on Tuesday, July 23. The film explores the history of the Wood Family of Croton Lake Road, the homes known as “the Woodpile,” and the stories of the current homeowners. It demonstrates how each family updated their home for modern living while restoring and preserving pieces of Bedford’s history.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The film features Bedford Town Historian John Stockbridge, Wood family historian...
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