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New Canaan 11U softball wins town's first Little League Connecticut state softball championship
For the first time, a New Canaan softball team is Little League state champion. The New Canaan 11U Little League All-Stars won the Connecticut State Championship last week in Milford, beating Waterford 10-0 and 13-1 in the best-of-three series to claim the title. On their title run through pool play,...
Bridgeport firefighters respond to fire aboard 200-foot yacht in Long Island Sound
BRIDGEPORT — Firefighters responded to a large yacht that was fire on the Long Island Sound Friday afternoon, according to a city official. The Bridgeport Fire Department learned of the blaze at around 3:30 p.m. An estimated 23 people were on board the 200-foot yacht, said Terron Jones, a spokesperson for the city of Bridgeport.
Stop & Shop recalls Italian breaded chicken cutlets due to mislabeling
Stop & Shop brand Italian breaded chicken cutlets have been recalled due to a missing a milk allergen specification on some of the packages, the store announced on July 18. The chain, which has 88 stores throughout the Nutmeg State, noted that there have been no reports of injury or illness related to the chicken cutlets and that all of the mislabeled products have been "removed from sale." Those with milk allergies can have symptoms like wheezing, vomiting, hives, digestive problems or anaphylaxis (which can lead to the body going into shock and causing death) after consuming milk products, according to the Mayo Clinic. Milk allergy is one of the most common allergies among children, though most grow out of it, the clinic added.
Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Greenwich
The State of Connecticut Mosquito Management Program has confirmed that mosquitoes trapped near the Eastern Greenwich Civic Center in Old Greenwich have tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). These are the first positive cases identified in Greenwich this year by the Connecticut Agriculture Experiment Station (CAES). Along with Greenwich, WNV-positive mosquito pools have also been detected in Darien, Norwalk, New Canaan, New Haven, and Stamford.
Small Business Spotlight: James Cress Florist
" Here at PSEG Long Island, we believe in helping our local community in achieving their energy efficiency goals. Hear from George Karatzas, owner of James Cress Florist in Smithtown, and how the Business First Program helped him saving money on LED lighting through rebates. To learn more, go to https://psegliny.com/business . "
Ama Karikari-Yawson, a Baldwin-based author seeks to promote book diversity
There is a lack of representation of characters of color in children’s literature, according to Ama Karikari-Yawson, a Baldwin-based children’s author and a co-founder of Milestales Publishing and Education Consulting. “There is a word gap that very often impacts minority communities and communities of color,” she said. “That...
Police: 16-year-old charged in CT shooting that injured teen
A 16-year-old faces charges in connection with a shooting at a housing complex in Norwalk that injured a teen. Officers responded to the Roodner Court Public Housing Complex at 261 Ely Ave. just before 7 p.m. on Saturday on a report of shots fired, according to the Norwalk Police Department. The first officers on scene found evidence of a shooting but could not immediately locate a victim, ...
Supporting kids with special needs across Long Island
The Association for Children with Down Syndrome’s Early Intervention Clinic offers special-needs kids under age 5 from across Long Island services and support. “It’s the happiest place in the world,” said Jane Shimkin, director of early intervention for the association, which is headquartered in Plainview. The program...
RVC kicks off Music on the Green summer concert series
The Village of Rockville Centre kicked off its annual Music on the Green concert series on July 10 with performances by two local musical acts — Sarah & Sofia and 2 Italian Dads. Deputy Mayor Kathy Baxley introduced the summer concert series about six years ago, with the goal...
Suffolk D.A.: Huntington man charged with hate crimes
Brendan Marchetti Allegedly Told Four Muslim Men That He Wanted to Kill All Muslims. Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced on July 17 that Brendan Marchetti, 35, of Huntington, was arrested for Criminal Mischief in the Second Degree, as a Hate Crime, and other related charges, for threatening to kill four Muslim men and then ramming his vehicle into theirs.
Family Centers Acquires New Downtown Stamford Location
On Thursday, the SPCA Westchester based in Briarcliff Manor, NY, announced in a post on Facebook that their Humane Law Enforcement Unit (HLE), under the direction of Ernest Lungaro, arrested Penny Berk of Bedford, NY and charged her with 5 counts of Animal Cruelty. SPCA Westchester is a No-Kill Animal Rescue Center that also does Humane Law Enforcement for Westchester County.
Major Upgrades Complete at Oyster Bay Golf Course
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board today announced the completion of a $5 million upgrade at the Hon. Joseph Colby Golf Course in Woodbury. Improvements include new tee boxes on all 18 holes along with a new irrigation system for the entire course. “We’re delivering a...
Parents of Long Island native held hostage in Gaza address RNC
Before J.D. Vance took the stage at the Republican National Convention on Wednesday night, the parents of Hamas hostage Omer Neutra, addressed the convention crowd.Omer grew up in Plainview and is one of the five American hostages believed to still be alive in Gaza.He took a gap year after high school to stay with cousins in Israel but loved it so much, he chose to stay and join the IDF.The 22-year-old was kidnapped during the October 7 terror attack in Israel.Omer was manning a base near Kibbutz Nir Oz on October 7 when he was taken captive.His parents have spent...
PCCP Provides Acquisition Loan on Hempstead Retail Center
PCCP, LLC provided a $36-million senior loan to Agus Holdings to acquire The Hub Shopping Center, a 248,569-square-foot shopping center located at 132 to 178 Fulton Ave. in the Town of Hempstead on Long Island. The property is 99% occupied with a tenant roster including Home Depot, Stop & Shop, Old Navy and AT&T.
Kiwanis Club of East Meadow gives back with 'Christmas in July' toy drive
This summer, the Kiwanis Club of East Meadow will be collecting toys for their first-ever Christmas in July event. The Toy Drive, which began in late June, and will run all the way through July 31, with all collectings and proceeds going to the Nassau University Medical Center’s pediatrics unit.
From Broadway to W. Haven: Nick Fradiani headlining Savin Rock Festival on July 27
PHOTO — Broadway star and “American Idol” winner Nick Fradiani will headline Day 2 of the Savin Rock Festival at 8:15 p.m. Saturday, July 27, in West Haven’s Old Grove Park, 1 Palace St. Fradiani will entertain festivalgoers with original songs, classic covers and Neil Diamond gems during a high-energy show. The Guilford native and former West Haven resident won Season 14 of “American Idol” in 2015 and just finished starring as Diamond in the Broadway production of “A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical.” (Publicity Photo)
Takkii Ramen, a new Japanese eatery, opens in downtown Riverhead
Downtown Riverhead has a new Japanese eatery. Takkii Ramen, which focuses its menu on the popular noodle and broth based dish, opened in June on West Main Street just west of Griffing Avenue. Takkii Ramen is a part of a small chain of Japanese restaurants started in Pennsylvania. Khalid Masrour...
Plainview Water Dist: Conserve during heat wave
As summer officially sets in, the Plainview Water District (PWD) is encouraging residents and local businesses to practice water conservation, especially in light of the recent heat wave affecting New York and the surrounding region. The rising summer temperatures have and will continue to lead to increased water usage, highlighting the opportunities to conserve by preventing unnecessary waste and strain on resources.
Hofstra Student-Athletes Honored on CAA Commissioner’s Academic Honor Roll
Hempstead, NY – 298 Hofstra University student-athletes were named to the Coastal Athletic Association Commissioner’s Academic Honor Roll for the Spring 2024 semester. The conference announced 3,876 student-athletes from across its CAA member institutions. Student-athletes named to the Commissioner’s Academic Honor Roll must have participated in a CAA-sponsored sport, attained a minimum grade point average of 3.0 during the designated academic term, and have been enrolled as a full-time student. The conference is honoring student-athletes for three different levels of academic achievement. Those with a 4.0 grade point average are recognized as Hight Honor with Distinction, followed by the recognition…
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