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Syosset student earns prestigious BOCES award
Ava Pacicca of Syosset, who attends the Nassau BOCES Barry Tech career and technical education high school, earned the prestigious George Farber Outstanding Student Award this year. The award celebrates a variety of Ms. Pacicca’s remarkable attributes including passion, perseverance, enthusiasm, outstanding character, scholarship and a willingness to help others. She was honored for the achievement by administrators and members of the Nassau BOCES Board during a special awards ceremony this spring.
Knicks Land Another Villanova Wildcat
Last summer, the New York Knicks signed Donte DiVincenzo to a four-year deal sparking one of the most intriguing stories in the NBA. With this addition, the Knicks became home to three former starters from the 2016 Villanova NCAA championship roster. DiVincenzo joined star point guard Jalen Brunson and “glue guy” Josh Hart as the third Villanova Wildcat to play for New York.
A look back…The High School Baseball Game Lou Gehrig Is Remembered For
June 26, 1920 – Lou Gehrig gets his first national mention when, as a high school junior for New York City’s School of Commerce, he steals the show in a high school championship game against Lane Tech in Chicago at Wrigley Field . The game was played in front of a crowd of more than 10,000 spectators. His grand slam home run, only the 19th ever hit in the ballpark, in the 8th gave the New York team a 12 – 8 victory. Scouts sit with open mouths as the ball sails out of the park.
Map shows where to watch NYC's 4th of July fireworks tonight
NEW YORK -- New York City's 4th of July fireworks show is back over the Hudson River tonight for the first time in more than a decade. We have everything to know about when it starts, how long it will last and the best places to watch the fireworks from both New York and New Jersey - as well as what to expect from the weather and which street closures to know about. If you aren't celebrating in the city, we also have a list of 4th of July fireworks displays in New Jersey, Westchester and Rockland counties and on Long Island. What time...
Real Estate Equities’ Brandon Miller in intensive care
Unconfirmed reports swirled on internet discussion forums this week that Brandon Miller, principal of Real Estate Equity Corporation, was dead or near death. Obituaries, apparently generated by AI, circulated online. But Miller was alive — in the intensive care unit at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, a hospital representative said Wednesday....
Knicks Exploring Trades For 2 Centers
The New York Knicks are exploring trade options for Walker Kessler and Nick Richards. This interest comes after losing Isaiah Hartenstein in free agency to a three-year deal worth $87 million. Hartenstein signed with the Oklahoma City Thunder, and the Knicks now need to fill the void in their frontcourt.
Dog named 'Roxi' found with note on side of Long Island highway
LONG ISLAND - A dog named ‘Roxi’ is looking for a home after being left on the side of a Long Island highway on Monday. Officials say the white female English mastiff was found tied to a pole on the Southern State Parkway with a note and a bowl of food.
Tom Cruise ‘Has Chosen Not to See’ Daughter Suri Over the Years: He ‘Completely’ Cut Her Out
Among the hundreds of students, friends and family members gathered for LaGuardia High School’s Class of 2024 graduation ceremony were two very familiar faces. Suri Cruise, beaming in a bright red cap and gown, celebrated the milestone alongside her fellow graduates outside New York City’s United Palace Theater on Friday, June 21.
14-Year-Old Hempstead Girl Reported Missing; Police Asking for Public’s Help to Find Her
The Missing Persons Squad reports the details of a Missing Juvenile that occurred on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 8:00 PM in Hempstead. According to detectives, Allison Isidro, 14, was last seen on Lincoln Boulevard. She is described as a female Hispanic, 5’1” tall, 140 lbs., with brown eyes and brown and red hair. Her clothing description and destination are unknown.
Controversial Decision in Nassau County Sparks Outrage
In a divisive move, the Nassau County Legislature in New York has passed a controversial law preventing transgender female athletes from participating in girls' and women's sports teams at county-owned facilities. This decision follows a failed attempt earlier this year by Republican County Executive Bruce Blakeman to implement a similar ban through an executive order, which was swiftly challenged in court.
Flight diverted to NY airport after man exposed himself, urinated in aisle: officials
BUFFALO, NY - A flight to Manchester, New Hampshire, was diverted to Buffalo, NY, after a man allegedly exposed himself and urinated in the aisle of the airplane, officials said. The 25-year-old Oregon man was arrested and charged on Wednesday with indecent exposure after the flight landed at the Buffalo...
NY Jews unnerved by spike in antisemitism and raucous protests take to krav maga for self-defense
(New York Jewish Week) — Last year, as antisemitism spiked in New York City after Oct. 7, occupational therapist Ruth Peer began to hear about troubling incidents from the Jewish children she works with in Crown Heights. In one case, an elementary school-age patient told Peer that she was...
The world's first VIRTUAL CEMETERY is born to keep the memory of our loved ones alive
Keep the memory of loved ones who are always in your heart alive. Honor their life story with a virtual memorial. New York City, New York Jul 4, 2024 (Issuewire.com) - In the whirlwind of the modern world, the memory of our deceased loved ones finds a new refuge: The Memorial. This innovative platform and app transform the digital space into an eternal sanctuary, ensuring that memories endure beyond the barriers of time and distance.
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