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Bronx residents angry over illegal dumping site originally designated for charter school
Neighbors are airing out their frustration over a plot of land in the Bronx that was supposed to be developed into a charter school, but has instead turned into an illegal dump filled with garbage and rats after money problems sunk the project.It may not look like it, but residents told Eyewitness News reporter Kemberly Richardson that the vacant lot actually looks pretty good right now."They clean it up and as soon as they leave, they come back and live here," resident Shay Jones said.The talk of the Melrose neighborhood is 700 Gerard Ave, but it's for all the wrong...
Ruth Mund Bridges Cultures Through Fencing
With the all United States individual women’s event competing for gold at the Olympics, the sport has captured the spotlight and imagination of athletes all over the country. Lee Kiefer recently made history by winning back-to-back gold medals in foil fencing. Her teammate, Lauren Scruggs, secured the silver. Here...
Report to DEC Recommends Cleanup of Contamination at Old United Hospital Site
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) is reviewing a Remedial Investigation Report (RIR) for the former United Hospital Site, just over the Rye line in Port Chester, across from the Whole Foods. A major mixed use development plan is underway for the 12 acre site. The report describes the results of the remedial investigation and recommends development of a remedy to address the contamination that was found. The RIR was submitted by Boston Post Rd Owner LLC and BR RA Port Chester LLC, LLCs representing the developers Rose Associates and BedRock Real Estate Partners.
Lithium Ion Battery Causes Garbage Truck Blaze In Westchester
A garbage truck in Westchester was damaged after a lithium-ion battery sparked a fire inside, setting its load of trash ablaze. The incident happened on Wednesday, Aug. 21 just after 8 a.m., when a garbage truck was reported to be on fire on Gilbert Place in Port Chester, according to the vill…
Alexandria’s Anne Theresa Hood Graduates U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
ALEXANDRIA, VA-Alexandria’s Anne Theresa Hood is a graduate of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, New York. She now holds a BS degree and is commissioned to serve in the armed forces. With her Merchant Marine officer license, Hood is qualified to serve on any ship in the U.S. flag merchant marine.
Noguchi Museum Workers Walk Out in Protest of New Keffiyeh Ban
Employees of the Noguchi Museum in Queens, New York, staged a walkout today in protest of a new internal dress code banning keffiyehs, which they deemed “distinctly anti-Palestinian.” This is the second staff work stoppage at the Noguchi, following an action on August 15. Journalist Arrested After Filming Vandalism of Brooklyn Museum Leaders' Homes Some 50 workers—who, at an institution of roughly 70 employees, represent a majority of its labor force—have signed a petition demanding museum leadership rescind the policy, which was reportedly instated on August 14 in response to a single staffer wearing the Palestinian headscarf on-site. The petition, sent on...
Relentless Flirting Prompted Mom To Stab Co-Worker At Bergen County Restaurant: Attorney
A 23-year-old single mother has been released from jail more than a week after authorities say she stabbed her co-worker at a Bergen County restaurant.With help from Spanish to English interpreters, Bergen County Criminal Judge Susan J. Steele granted Juana Galvez Genaro release on pretrial mo…
Help Needed: Woman Walking With Teddy Bear Badly Hurt In New York
A woman walking on a major highway in New York, while holding a large teddy bear, was hit by a car. Help is needed in identifying her. On Wednesday, New York State Police asked for help in identifying a woman who was hit by a car. New York State Police...
STUDY: New York Is One of the “Most Religious” States in the Country
A new survey is suggesting that New York is overwhelmingly religious, to the point it puts states like Utah and Louisiana to shame. Religion has become somewhat politicized in recent years, no matter what faith one may be, and that is unfortunate because nearly half of all Americans say religion is very important in their lives.
Why Mosquitoes Bite Some People More Than Others In New York
A doctor is explaining why mosquitoes bite some people more than others. Did you know that mosquitoes are considered the "world's deadliest" creatures. That's according to the CDC. Zika virus, West Nile and Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) are three viruses spread by these insects that can cause a fatal infection.
This New York Walmart In the Capital Region Is Limiting Use Of Self-Checkout
Experts say that retail theft occurs every single day in the United States. According to Capital One Shopping, stores across the Nation lost an estimated $121 billion to retail theft in 2023. New York State stores reported a total loss of $9 billion in sales revenue last year. One New...
Two “Big Money” Powerball Winners In New York
There were another round of "Big Money" winners in New York from last night's Powerball drawing. The New York State Lottery announced that two "Big Money" tickets were sold from Wednesday's Powerbal drawing in New York. Both tickets matched four out of five numbers and also had the Powerball which...
Undocumented NY resident accused of swindling $110K in Gold Bullion from Nelson Co. man, sheriff says
NELSON COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – The Nelson County Sheriff says an undocumented man living in NYS, has been charged with racketeering after posing as a Federal Reserve employee to swindle over $100,000 of Gold Bullion from a Virginia resident. The sheriff says that on August 16, a Nelson County resident reported being the victim of […]
DUI for Greenwich Woman, After Car Hits Phone Pole in Darien; Tequila, Marijuana Found in Car
This report was written by David Gurliacci and originally published Aug 21, 2024 on sister news site Darienite.com. A 33-year-old Greenwich woman was intoxicated when the car she was driving collided with a telephone pole at the Noroton Heights Railroad Station at about 1:30am on Tuesday, Aug. 13, Darien Police said. Police did not report any injuries.
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