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New York City duo charged in Somerset County car burglaries
BERNARDS TOWNSHIP – Two New York City men have been charged in connection with car burglaries at two Somerset County parks. Jose Cabanzo-Pena, 28, and Luis Eduardo Pena-Garzon, 32, both of Queens, were arrested June 24 in Mountain Park after an investigation found they had been targeting parks in Somerset County for motor vehicle burglaries, Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald said. ...
What $1 million or less gets you in Essex County
For prospective homebuyers eyeing the real estate market in areas of Essex County, here's what sold for or under $1,000,000 between July 15 and July 21. Here, we provide a breakdown of the top 10 properties in each area, selected based on their proximity to the desired price range and the most spacious living areas available.
Franklin Township Police Log For May 19 to June 1, 2024
(Note: Police released this information on July 24.) Franklin Township Police received a complaint of a male shooting a crossbow in a parking lot in the area of Jacques Lane. Officers responded to the area, contacted the involved party and advised him of the dangers of shooting a crossbow in that area. The male understood the concerns raised and left the scene voluntarily.
Politically connected Hudson County attorney’s law license suspended by state review board
The law license of a politically connected Hudson County attorney with a history of ethics complaints has been suspended for six months by the state Supreme Court Disciplinary Review Board for practicing law during a prior suspension in 2016 and “conduct involving dishonesty, fraud and deceit.”. John Collins, an...
Monmouth County DWI Task Force announces locations of this weekend’s sobriety checkpoints
At least two sobriety checkpoints will be set up this weekend at the Jersey Shore, according to authorities. In Deal, police will screen motorists on Ocean Avenue from 9 p.m. Friday to 1 a.m. Saturday. All northbound vehicles will be pulled over into the Deal Casino Beach Club parking lot where officers will...
Billy Joel concludes record-breaking 10-year residency at MSG
NEW YORK CITY - Tonight marks the end of an era as Billy Joel will perform his final show at Madison Square Garden. This will be his 150th show and the end of his record-breaking 10-year residency at the Garden. Joel's journey to Madison Square Garden began in 1978. In...
Robert DeLong & Atlas Genius At The Echoplex On Oct. 21
Atlas Genius and Robert DeLong have teamed up for a co-headlining tour set for this fall. The two-month trek includes a stop at Los Angeles’ iconic venue Echoplex on Monday, October 21. Australian alternative rock band Atlas Genius and electronic artist Robert DeLong will embark on their co-headlining tour...
Advocates sue Gov. Hochul over her decision to halt NYC congestion pricing
Advocates argue in legal filings that Gov. Kathy Hochul has no legal authority to halt congestion pricing. A group of advocates filed a pair of lawsuits claiming the governor lacked the legal authority to order the MTA to pause the Manhattan tolling program. [ more › ]
NYC student OMNY card program expanded for coming school year to include more free rides
NEW YORK, N.Y.-- Students in New York City will be getting expanded access to the buses and trains starting in September. The new student OMNY cards that are being handed out to begin the upcoming school year can be used round the clock, the MTA and Mayor Eric Adams announced on Thursday.
Vitaminwater returns to its New York roots in Spike Lee-directed ads
Vitaminwater is getting back to its New York City roots for the beverage brand’s first ad campaign in two years, per details shared with Marketing Dive. “Vitaminwater from New York” features commercials directed by filmmaker Spike Lee, a New York icon, and is running in the U.S. through September. An anthem spot places Vitaminwater in city fixtures like bodegas, late-night food trucks and the Brooklyn Bridge while capturing the restless spirit of Big Apple residents.
NYC Ferry prices are rising: How can high school students get a discount?
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — If you travel by New York City (NYC) Ferry, the cost of a single trip will rise in September — but high school students will be able to get a discount. Starting Sept. 9, new NYC Ferry fare changes will go into effect, according...
Award-Winning Starnet Design Projects Highlight Tarkett’s Breadth of Portfolio
(PRESS RELEASE) SOLON, OH — Tarkett’s ongoing leadership in commercial design was recently recognized at the Starnet Design Awards, for which the company’s innovative, sustainable flooring products contributed to 17 of the 23 award-winning projects. The 26th annual Starnet Design Awards program celebrates outstanding projects completed by the organization’s commercial flooring contractors in collaboration with architects, designers and manufacturing partners.
Vineyard Theatre Adds Haley McGee's
Off-Broadway's Vineyard Theatre has unveiled the remainder of its 2024-2025 season, which will include the U.S. premiere of Haley McGee's Edinburgh Fringe hit Age is a Feeling and The Wind and the Rain, a new site-specific piece from Sarah Gancher inspired by Brooklyn landmark Sunny's Bar. Both productions join a...
NYPD: 23-year-old man shot in Crown Heights; shooter at large
Police say a man was shot and injured in Crown Heights and the shooter is on the loose. Investigators say a 23-year-old man was shot in the left arm and left hip on Sterling Place near the intersection with Rochester Avenue at about 11 p.m. The victim was taken to...
Jersey City’s One Journal Square Nabs $295 Million Loan
A transformative development currently rising in Jersey City has obtained a massive construction loan that will make sure the two-tower project meets its anticipated opening in two years. Kushner Companies recently landed a $295 million loan for their One Journal Square endeavor. The project, which will invest over $1 billion...
What to Do in Queer NYC July 25-July 28
Search our comprehensive guide to lgbtq+ events in NYC for more local events — or submit your own!. Looking for something to do in the days ahead? Check out our roundup of events across the city:. Night of 1000 Kim Petras. Thursday, Jul 25, 7 p.m. 3 Dollar Bill,...
New York Community Bancorp subsidiary selling residential mortgage servicing business for $1.4B
A subsidiary of New York Community Bancorp, Flagstar Bank, is selling its residential mortgage servicing business to Mr. Cooper Group Inc. for about $1.4 billion. The sale includes mortgage servicing rights and the third-party origination platform. “While the mortgage servicing business has made significant contributions to (Flagstar), we also recognize...
Intern season: grab a free chicken sandwich at Popeyes
NEW YORK (PIX11) – Intern season is nearly over, but not before the interns get a day for themselves. On Thursday, National Intern Day, Popeyes is giving out free chicken sandwiches for interns and the people who help them with a $10 purchase. “Whether it’s sitting in on those semi-inspiring intern lunch and learns, running […]
Sets 2024 Return at Radio City Music Hall
The annual Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes will return to the Great Stage at Radio City Music Hall November 8, 2024–January 5, 2025. The famed holiday engagement spotlights the Radio City Rockettes and features nine extravagant numbers throughout a 90-minute production. The 2024 Christmas Spectacular will again feature the “Dance of the Frost Fairies,” which was reimagined in 2022 and features the Rockettes as fantastical winged fairies, performing alongside fairy-drones that dance high above the audience. Audiences can also expect such classic numbers as "Parade of the Wooden Soldiers."
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