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NYC – AG Letitia James Announces New 625-Count Gun-Related Indictment
NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced a 625-count indictment charging five individuals for their involvement in a gun trafficking operation that sold dozens of ghost guns, assault weapons, high-capacity magazines, and hundreds of rounds of ammunition in Queens, New York. An investigation led by the Office of the Attorney General’s (OAG) Organized Crime Task Force (OCTF) recovered 86 firearms – including 55 ghost guns and 25 assault weapons – along with over 90 high-capacity magazines and hundreds of rounds of ammunition. The individuals involved in the operation transported 3D-printed ghost guns assembled in Nassau County and serialized firearms purchased in Indiana into Queens, where they were stored and sold.
Man accused of killing bystander recording Bronx accident
MORRIS HEIGHTS, the Bronx (PIX11) — A man is accused of killing a bystander who was recording his girlfriend’s fender-bender in the Bronx earlier this month, police said. Clement Boateng, 36, was arrested Thursday and charged with murder, manslaughter, and criminal possession of a weapon for allegedly stabbing Ronald Gomez-Mesa, 29, to death on July […]
Dancing In The Street Returns To Downtown Oyster Bay
Oyster Bay’s “Dancing in the Street” returns this summer for its 13th season. The weekly street fair began on July 5 and will continue through August 16. This annual series is held by the Oyster Bay Main Street Association (OBMSA) and is free to the public. Dancing began on Friday, July 5 and will continue every Friday until mid-August. The event starts at 6:30 p.m. and will end at 9:30 p.m.
Tod’s Point Sailing School
Tod’s Point Sailing School, a cherished community asset located at Greenwich Point, is has a wide array of sailing programs still available. With a mission to make sailing accessible and enjoyable for all residents, the school has a rich history of fostering maritime skills among Greenwich’s youth and adults alike.
RECAP: The 27th Anniversary Edition of The Long Island International Film Expo
The Long Island International Film Expo (LIIFE) has concluded the 27th Anniversary presentation of the festival, which happened from July 9th – July 14th at the historic Bellmore Movies, 222 Pettit Ave in Bellmore. Nominees and Winners. (Winners have an *) Alan Fortunoff Humanitarian Film Award. *Harvey: Voice for...
Boy Scouts Complete Two-Week Mountain Trek
Over the first two weeks of July, eight Boy Scouts from three Greenwich troops (Troop35 in Glenville and Troops 11 and 5 in Old Greenwich) trekked through the Sangrede Cristo Mountains at the Philmont Scout Ranch, located on 214 square miles in Cimarron, New Mexico. Theranch’s terrain climbs from elevations of 6,500 to 12,441 feet at its highest point.
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...
Yonkers cop charged with DWI weeks after graduation from police academy
A Yonkers probationary police officer still in field training was arrested earlier this month and charged with driving while intoxicated. Shannon McAuley, 28, pleaded not guilty to the misdemeanor...
The Need for a Regional Food Supply in New England
Greenwich’s Ali Ghiorse is a noted food activist. She describes herself as “seeing society’s most pressing issues through a food justice lens.” Thus, she is founder of the Foodshed Network and serves on the Greenwich Sustainability Committee as Food Systems-Sector Chair. She’s also a member of the Representative Town Meeting. And a week ago Tuesday Ghiorse kicked off an explanatory meeting at Greenwich Audubon on “New England Feeding New England: Connecting regional approaches to resilience, conservation, ranching and the protection of bird and ecosystem habitat.”
NY doctor delivers baby in same room as he delivered mom 22 years ago
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, N.Y. (PIX11) — Life came full circle at one Long Island hospital this week. New mom Emoni Wise gave birth to her baby boy, Legend Wise, on Sunday at Catholic Health Mercy Hospital. Making the moment extra special, the doctor who delivered Legend, Dr. Jay Seraji, also happened to deliver Wise in the […]
Fire doesn’t break the spirit of Mary Kirby
So, when this happened, the fact that the community surrounded her the way it has is not only a testament to the community, but certainly a testament to Mary Kirby.”. Through fundraisers, donations, and more, the Lynbrook community immediately jumped into action after a July 4 electrical fire caused extensive damage to the Kirby family home.
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.
Leonard Lehrman To Perform In August
Leonard Lehrman will perform for two musical anniversaries this upcoming August. On August 3, he will perform at Court Street Music in Valley Stream and on August 20, he will perform at the Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library. Lehrman is an accomplished American musician and composer who has composed over 200 works...
Andrew Cuomo testing political waters as campaign committee pays pollster $67,000
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo looks to be gearing up for another shot at a political office as his campaign committee paid a pollster about $67,700 for “polling costs,” according to state financial disclosures reviewed by the Washington Examiner. According to the Expedition Strategies website, the pollster works “collaboratively with campaigns, companies, and advocacy […]
Greenwich football team enters season with skill, depth at wide receiver position
Scoring certainly wasn’t a problem last season for the Greenwich High School football team, which averaged 30.8 points per game, behind a potent passing attack and outstanding running game – assets that led it all the way to the CIAC Class LL Tournament semifinals. Though graduation claimed key...
Bob Holden hopes his chief of staff will decide to run for his Queens seat
Democratic teachers union strategist Dermot Smyth officially launched his campaign for City Council this week. He’s running in the southwestern Queens district currently represented by conservative Democrat Bob Holden, who is term-limited out at the end of 2025. Smyth’s campaign launch press release included endorsements from Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, Rep. Tom Suozzi and Assembly Members Andrew Hevesi and Alycia Hyndman. Micah Lasher, who is all but guaranteed to be in the Assembly next year, also shared his support for Smyth on X.
Massive Fireball Streaks Across New York Skies, Causing Explosive Boom
Some lucky New Yorkers who were looking up at the right time got to see a giant ball of light streak across the sky. Soon after, witnesses reported hearing a super loud booms and even felt some shaking. The rare but incredible celestial event happened on the 16th, but NASA...
Men's Lacrosse Announces Fall Schedule; Championship Ring Ceremony Set for Sep. 27
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. | The Farmingdale State men's lacrosse team has announced their fall 2024 schedule highlighted by a Night of Champions Fundraiser & Ring Ceremony on September 27th. Players must be fully cleared and have their own equipment for the first practice. They should each bring a water bottle labeled...
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