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Blue Point Greek Festival Delights South Shore
The aromas of grilled souvlaki and sweet loukoumades (pictured below) filled the air over the weekend as St. John’s Greek Orthodox Church in Blue Point, hosted its annual Greek Festival. This beloved event drew crowds from near and far, eager to experience the rich culture, delicious cuisine, and festive atmosphere that defines the Blue Point Greek Festival.
Celebrating a mother’s life: Vigil held for Yvette Leonard of Patchogue
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8-year-old stabbed to death in Queens, suspect fatally shot by police
NEW YORK -- A police officer shot and killed a man who allegedly stabbed an 8-year-old boy to death in Queens on Thursday, the New York City Police Department said.The stabbing likely stemmed from a domestic dispute, police said, but the details were still unclear. Police said the 20-year-old suspect and the 8-year-old male victim may be brothers or step-brothers. No names were immediately released.The incident occurred inside an apartment building on 94th Avenue in the borough's Jamaica neighborhood. Around 5:20 p.m., police say a 29-year-old woman who had been stabbed in the back left the building and ran down...
Brewers trade gives the Mets an idea of what teams will pay for a starting pitcher
Did the Milwaukee Brewers even call their ex working for the New York Mets, David Stearns, for some help? The Brewers traded for Aaron Civale on Wednesday in a deal with the Tampa Bay Rays which actually cost them a decent prospect. It’s known that the Mets could trade one...
Jessica Biel Sparks Divorce Rumors After She’s Pictured Without Her Wedding Ring In NYC
Jessica Biel was recently spotted without her wedding ring on the set of her new project, The Better Sister, in New York City. This sighting occurred just a week after her husband Justin Timberlake‘s widely publicized DWI arrest, where the Gram...
Ben Affleck seen with daughter as he and Jennifer Lopez spend 4th of July on opposite coasts
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck seem to be celebrating the Fourth of July apart this year as the pair were spotted out and about on opposite coasts this week amid ongoing split rumors
Syosset FD blood drive draws 30 donors
Nassau County Legislature Deputy Minority Leader Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) thanked the more than 30 donors who took part in his office’s Friday June 28 blood drive at the Syosset Fire Department. Paired with the platelet donors who rolled up their sleeves, the blood drive yielded...
Oceanside’s John Punnachalil wins Camden Conference essay contest
“The government of India would be wise to study the words of this year's winners of the Bill Taylor Essay Contest: John Punnachalil of Oceanside High School, Artur Savchii of Gould Academy, and Shreyassu Handral of Brewer High School,” said Camden Conference, in a news release. The essays, based...
Knicks sign former Big East Player of the Year to four-year contract
The Knicks have signed rookie guard Tyler Kolek to a four-year, $9.06M contract, a league source tells Fred Katz of The Athletic. The transaction was completed using the second-round pick exception. Kolek will earn the maximum possible salary over the first three years, though the fourth year is non-guaranteed, per Katz (it’s also a team option).
Long Island beachgoers contend with crowds and closures
BABYLON, N.Y. - If you're thinking about beating the heat at the beach for the 4th of July holiday, you're not alone. People from across the Tri-State Area have been flocking to the beaches to beat the heat and humidity. Several beaches in our area had already hit capacity by midday. On Long Island, Gilgo State Park and Orient Beach State Park had filled to capacity by 10 a.m. Sunken Meadow State Park was filled to capacity by noon. Beachgoers on Long Island were urged to use Jones Beach and Heckscher State Park, where there were no early reports of delays. Officials warned of a moderate...
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