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Harvey Weinstein to remain locked up in New York while awaiting rape retrial
NEW YORK - Harvey Weinstein will remain in custody in New York while awaiting retrial on rape and sexual assault charges in Manhattan, prosecutors confirmed Monday as the former movie mogul made a brief court appearance related to California's request to extradite him there.But after the New York case is complete, he will return to California to serve his pending 16-year sentence for a separate rape conviction there first, Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz said in a statement."Today, defendant Harvey Weinstein was formally arraigned on a governor's warrant issued by Governor Kathy Hochul, who exercised her authority for him to...
Capital Region restaurant inspections: August 12-16
These are the inspections from August 12 to 16 reported by the NYSDOH divided up by critical violations, non-critical violations, and no violations. You can find a list of all restaurant inspections for the last several years on the NYSDOH website.
New York Residents Struggle As Inflation Soars in 2024
The recent surge in inflation has had a significant impact on Americans across the country, including residents of New York State. As consumer prices continue to rise, individuals and families in New York are feeling the effects of these increases in various aspects of their daily lives. Inflation Trends in...
Upstate experts say new species of ticks are starting to show up in central NY
Upstate Medical University tick experts are finding new kinds of ticks migrating to parts of upstate New York. Deer ticks continue to be the most common kind of ticks you’ll find across the state. But climate change and human behavior are responsible for some new tick varieties turning up in Dr. Saravanan Thangamani’s tick lab in Syracuse.
Chemical Used In Rocket Fuel Widespread In Food Sold In New York
Top health officials claim rocket fuel that's linked to "serious health issues" is "contaminating our food and water." That's according to Consumer Reports, which actually states "rocket fuel has been contaminating our food and water for years." Chemical Used In Rocket Fuel Found In Many Food Products. Perchlorate is a...
Large Boa Constrictor Found Inside Home in New York State
Why did it have to be snakes? Recently, a person notified authorities over something unexpected they stumbled upon inside a vacant home in New York state. However, what officials found in this house was not anything you would normally see in New York. Boa Constrictors. Boa Constrictors are mostly found...
Sweets Sold At Target, Walmart In New York State May Kill
Over 30 recalled products sold in popular stores across the Empire State now come with the FDA's highest-risk factor, because eating the candy may lead to "death." In May, Hudson Valley Post reported about the candy recall. The FDA just updated the recall and gave the recall the highest risk level.
Watch: Connecticut Firefighters rescue 19 people, dog from 'life-threatening' floods
OXFORD, Conn. - Firefighters safely rescued 19 people and a dog from raging floodwaters Sunday evening in southwestern Connecticut during a Flash Flood Emergency. The state experienced widespread and catastrophic flooding across Fairfield and New Haven counties, which caused numerous water rescues, several mudslides and a major gas leak. Thunderstorms producing heavy rainfall dropped nearly 10 inches of rain in the hardest-hit areas of the state, with rainfall rates between 1 and 2 inches per hour.
Disney changes course on wrongful death lawsuit
NEW YORK - Disney has changed course, and now says it will not seek arbitration following the death of a doctor from Long Island. Amy Tangsuan, a doctor at NYU Langone from Plainview, died when she had an allergy attack after eating at a Disney Springs Raglan Road restaurant. Tangsuan had a severe dairy and nut allergy. Friends said she was vigilant whenever she dined out, repeatedly asking about the possible presence of those allergens in food. The lawsuit claims the waiter at the restaurant guaranteed certain foods would be made allergen-free. Tangsuan died from "anaphylaxis due to elevated levels of dairy and nuts in...
Free Waterfront Festival Outdoor Concert at TOBAY Beach on September 8th
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board announced a Free Waterfront Festival and Outdoor Concert will take place on Sunday, September 8th at TOBAY Beach Marina. This family-fun day will feature marine and outdoor exhibits, a children’s snapper derby, police boat demonstrations, food concessions and a free concert featuring Captain Cool Band with yacht rockin’ hits. The festival will run from 12:00pm to 4:00pm.
Hofstra Journalism Students Report from DNC on WLIW-FM
Camryn Bowden and Kenny Forman are students at Hofstra University. They are currently in the field in Chicago at the 2024 Democratic National Convention, reporting daily on key issues that Long Islanders need to know. Each day, they’ll be sending stories to WLIW-FM to air during All Things Considered at 4:48 pm and 5:48 pm Monday through Thursday. Listen live, listen at the links below, or follow “Hofstra Student Reporting” wherever you get podcasts so you never miss these short but pressing stories.
Three generations of lifeguards celebrated by Town of Oyster Bay
The McGovern men have been lifeguarding TOBAY beach for more than 50 years. John, Kim, and Jack—the grandfather, father, and son trio—were recognized by the Town of Oyster Bay on National Lifeguard Day. “The great lifeguarding tradition began in 1967 for the McGovern family, when John first joined...
Ralph’s Famous Italian Ices celebrates 25 years in Port Washington
Ralph’s Famous Italian Ices celebrated its 25th anniversary in Port Washington this summer. Owners Robert Pachtman and Laura Vaccaro are Port Washington residents. “It’s great to have been here so long,” Vaccaro said. “We’ve always supported the town.”. Ralph’s is centrally located in Port Washington...
Farrell Named A Team Captain, Joins Carles And Infuso In Leadership Role
Hempstead, NY - Senior midfielder Eoin Farrell has been named a team captain for the upcoming 2024 season, it was announced today by Hofstra Head Men's Soccer Coach Richard Nuttall. He joins Roc Carles and Pierce Infuso, who were announced as captains earlier this year. "Eoin has shown great leadership...
Syosset library hosts bilingual adult arts and crafts programs
Patrons of the Syosset Public Library have influenced programming this summer. One group of three women, who called themselves the “library ladies,” has pushed for more cooking classes, and Chinese-speaking patrons have received art classes taught in Chinese. Many of these new additions to the program schedule are taught by outside instructors.
Trio Recruits Own Kids To Steal From Roosevelt Field Macy's, Police Say
The incident happened in East Garden City, at Roosevelt Field Mall, shortly before 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17. According to Nassau County Police, a security guard stopped two women and a man who left the store while concealing dozens of items that weren't paid for. The trio were accompanied by three children, ages 3, 10, and 13.
Port Washington Business Improvement District honors outgoing board members
The Greater Port Washington Business Improvement District recently honored and acknowledged the service of two outgoing members of its board of directors, Bill Haagenson and Bob Weitzner, mayor of Port Washington North. The Business Improvement District supports local businesses through various programs and initiatives designed to attract visitors and boost...
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