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‘Last warning,’ fumes homeowner forced to extreme measure after driveway was blocked repeatedly – cars ignored state law
ONE homeowner, who is at his wit's end, was forced to take drastic action to prevent people from blocking his driveway. While many people would see it as a common courtesy not to box someone's car in, it appears this social media user has finally had it with his neighbor's uncouth behavior.
Pedestrian Struck by Car on Hempstead Turnpike: Late-Night Accident Leaves Man Hospitalized
The Eighth Squad reports the details of a Vehicular Accident involving a pedestrian that occurred on Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 12:05 AM in South Farmingdale. According to detectives, a male pedestrian, 36, was struck by a 2018 Nissan operated by a 36-year-old male traveling eastbound on Hempstead Turnpike in the vicinity of Dolphin Drive. The pedestrian was transported to a local area hospital for evaluation and treatment. He is listed in stable condition.
Hofstra University Pride Hoops Offers Rhode Island Guard Dywane Chess
Class of 2026 St. George’s School (R.I.) guard Dywane Chess has received an offer from Division I Hofstra University Pride Men’s basketball program, yesterday he reported via X. Additionally, the 6-foot-4 Bethlehem, Pa., native–who also plays for the Middlesex Magic AAU squad–holds offers from Albany, Holy Cross and...
Critics of congestion pricing often end up supporting it. Here’s why.
New York City’s plan to charge most vehicles $15 to enter downtown Manhattan would have eased traffic, cut pollution, and raised billions for mass transit. But Governor Kathy Hochul — in an 11th-hour reversal — placed congestion pricing on hold indefinitely, leaving a $15 billion gap in the city’s transit upgrade plans. Hochul, a Democrat, cited a slow economic recovery from the pandemic and the burden the tolls would place on low-income residents, but sources say she also feared upsetting swing district voters who could decide key elections this fall.
Deadline to apply for NYC outdoor dining permits approaching
NEW YORK – New York City restaurant owners have until Aug. 3 to apply for roadside permits for the city's new outdoor dining guidelines.Under the new Dining Out NYC program, structures can't be fully enclosed and must have a unified look and be easy to break down since they will only be allowed from April through November.While roadside dining has dwindled since the pandemic, the Department of Transportation says so far, more than 1,300 of the several thousand restaurants with outdoor dining have applied for permits.Restaurant owners have until the end of the day Aug. 3 to apply or they must...
‘Spectacular views’: Bronx affordable housing unit has pool and washer/dryer combo
THE BRONX, N.Y. (PIX11) — New Yorkers have 30 days to apply for the latest affordable housing opportunity in the Bronx. The property offers views of the Third Avenue Bridge and the Harlem River, according to NYC Housing Connect. Located in Mott Haven, the building has 100 affordable units for households of up to seven […]
NYCHA residents in Bed-Stuy face gas outage until October after months of service issues
BROOKLYN - NYCHA residents in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn are expected to be without gas until October after dealing with months of service issues. NYCHA says the interruptions at 433 Lafayette started on April 8 and are affecting 156 apartments. Crews are currently working to get things back up and running. In...
Harlem Welcomes Its First Trader Joe’s: A Milestone For The Community
Harlem’s vibrant food scene is about to get a significant boost as Trader Joe’s, the beloved grocery chain, opens its first-ever store in the neighborhood. Located at 123 West 125th Street, this new 17,800-square-foot establishment marks a historic moment for both the company and the community. The store’s...
Blue-green algae bloom confirmed in Riverwoods Pond in Riverside
Suffolk County health officials are warning residents to stay out of the water at Riverwoods Pond in Riverside, after a water analysis confirmed the presence of new cyanobacteria blooms, more commonly known as blue–green algae. Residents should not use or swim or wade in the pond and should keep...
Where Are 22 Speed Cameras in New York This Week
22 cameras are busting speeders on several roads in the Empire State this week, one in Central New York. The radar was installed as part of legislation, signed into law in September 2022. The cameras move around the state every week to different construction zones in an effort to get drivers to take their foot off the gas and keep workers safe.
Feds Warn New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania Residents to Remove this from Wallets Immediately
Are you sitting at an angle with it in your back pocket?. It may be time to give your trusty friend some relief by going through it and tossing the stuff you don't need. You know, like the coupon for 5% off your next TCBY purchase. Do they even exist anymore?
New York state will ban realistic active shooter drills in schools
NEW YORK – New York state is banning realistic active shooter drills in schools.In a recent meeting, the state Board of Regents agreed with parents, activists and lawmakers who claimed the drills traumatize children and normalize violence.How schools in New York will prepare students for active shooter situationsNew rules will take effect at the beginning of the 2024-25 school year. In the future, schools will use age-appropriate methods that do not include the use of actors, props or violent depictions during school hours.Schools will also be required to alert parents and guardians that the drill will be taking place at least...
Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival’s New Sustainable Home
The Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival (HVSF) has received final approval for its new site plan, marking a significant milestone. Designed by Studio Gang, the new campus in Garrison, NY, will feature the United States' first purpose-built LEED Platinum theater. This new venue emphasizes sustainability, with the 98-acre campus gifted by philanthropist Chris Davis focusing on green space and rewilding.
Oneness Tour with Santana, Counting Crows Summer Jam at Jones Beach
In what would have originally seemed as an odd tour grouping, Counting Crows and Santana have embarked on a summer tour across North America playing a total of 29 shows. For long time fans of both bands, this will of course not come as a shock as back in 2002 both bands toured together for the first time.
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