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Pod of 20 dolphins spotted in NYC waters by Staten Island jet skiers
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A routine day of fun on the water turned into an unforgettable experience for three young men from Staten Island when they encountered a pod of dolphins during a jet skiing trip on Saturday, Aug. 24. Nicholas Demetriades, 23, of Annadale; his younger brother, John...
Mail delivery service may slow down, thanks to new U.S. Postal Service policy
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A proposed change to USPS delivery practices could lead to a slowdown in service. The plan, as first reported by the Washington Post, could save the post office up to $3 billion a year by letting mail destined for more far-away locations sit for an extra day at distribution hubs.
Mayor Adams Launches Major Step To Put The “PARK” Back In Park Avenue
City Releases RFP to Redesign Park Avenue Between East 46th Street and East 57th Street, as Greener, Safer, More Welcoming Corridor. New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez have announced a major step to put the park back in Park Avenue between East 46th Street and East 57th Street by adding greenery, public seating, concessions, and safer crossings for pedestrians. The city released an RFP today to help develop a cohesive design vision for that portion of Park Avenue, which sits atop the Grand Central Terminal Train Shed — currently undergoing a major capital rehabilitation by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA)’s Metro-North Railroad. This effort comes as the city continues to advance its vision to permanently reimagine Fifth Avenue as a safer, less congested, pedestrian-centered boulevard, as well as other public realm projects in commercial corridors across the city.
Got old electronics? You can trade them in for a free Costco gift card.
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – If you have a drawer full of old electronic devices – tablets, phones, laptops and more – Costco wants to have a look. The warehouse retailer has launched a trade-in program with Georgia-based information-technology company Phobio and is now swapping out those gently used items for gift cards worth a few hundred – and possibly even $1,000.
Video shows NYC building superintendent kicking tenant down stairs
NEW YORK — A Manhattan building superintendent was arrested Saturday after he was caught on camera kicking a tenant down two flights of stairs.Police say 45-year-old Nick Valentin is now charged with second-degree assault, a felony that could land him in prison if he is found guilty.It happened inside an apartment building on East 112th Street near Third Avenue in East Harlem.NYC building superintendent caught on camera attacking tenantVideo from a doorbell camera recorded just after 8 a.m. Saturday shows a 26-year-old tenant getting kicked down a flight of stairs, police say by the building super. The attacker then picks...
New York Law School director on election battleground states
The presidential election is less than 70 days away and the race for the White House is expected to intensify after Labor Day. This past week, Vice President Kamala Harris, along with her running mate Tim Walz, participated in their first TV interview since entering the race. Harris and Donald...
Father told his daughter to get out of her mother’s home and wait for him in the car before he rushed inside and shot his ex-wife and her boyfriend to death; arrested
New York – In a horrifying incident in New York, a father is accused of murdering his ex-wife and her boyfriend in their home. This violent act has left the community reeling and raised serious questions about domestic violence and mental health. Late on Wednesday night, the 50-year-old man,...
Sanitation details coming NYC Bin rules for these organizations
Houses of worship will have to use the new NYC Bins to throw out their trash. That’s the word from the city Sanitation Department. Responding to a query from the Advance/SILive.com, Vincent Gragnani, the department press secretary, said that all houses of worship would soon receive a mailer about the rules applying to them.
Professor of Medicine Says Death Appears to Be Reversible
A near-death experience expert insists that one's heart stopping doesn't have to be the end, with current medical interventions that can help patients cheat death. In an interview with The Telegraph, associate professor of medicine at New York University's Langone Medical Center Sam Parnia insisted that by and large, the medical industry is still very behind on the concepts of death and dying.
The Miami Heat Will Trade Jimmy Butler to the Brooklyn Nets
Jimmy Butler, a versatile leader for the Miami Heat and a six-time NBA All-Star, was drafted 30th overall by the Chicago Bulls in 2011. He has since led the Heat to two NBA Finals, including a remarkable run in 2023. As Butler prepares for the 2024-25 NBA season with the...
Single Mom Quits Teaching Job, Becomes Hooters Girl — Now She Makes $500/Day
One New York City school teacher and single mom has left education for a more lucrative job: Hooters. With it being back-to-school time in America, we are quickly reminded how underfunded some teachers and schools can be here. Notoriously, teachers have low pay, and even have to dish out their...
I got $50 fine from another state – it’s not even same car model but now I have to jump through hoops & cops can’t help
A DRIVER is speaking out after receiving a fine in the mail when her car was in a different state. In a Facebook post, a GMC owner said she received a citation for a Dodge SUV’s alleged driving infraction. A Pennsylvania driver said she was enraged after a road law violation turned into a bureaucratic […]
Sabrina Ionescu somehow snagged her own rebound and made a layup from her knees
During her team’s away game against the Seattle Storm on Friday night, New York Liberty superstar Sabrina Ionescu hit one of the most stunning baskets of the WNBA season so far. As Ionescu was going in for a layup, she lost her footing and fell to the court to...
The Longest Tunnel in the World Is Being Fixed Under Newburgh
600 feet below Newburgh, NY, construction workers are repairing the longest tunnel on planet earth. In a story that sounds more like science-fiction than real life, a project that has taken more than twenty years to research and plan may finally be coming to an end right beneath our feet.
Steakhouse Chain Makes NYC Debut in Murray Hill
Manhattan Skyline Management Corp has signed a lease with steakhouse Medium Rare to open a new location at 488 Third Ave. in Manhattan’s Murray Hill neighborhood. Situated at the base of Manhattan Skyline’s luxury apartment building Murray Hill Manor, Medium Rare will operate out of a 2,000-square-foot storefront that marks Medium Rare’s first New York City location.
Special Salute To Veterans At Walkway Over Hudson Event
A special night for veterans in the Hudson Valley is scheduled for September 20th, and will be held at a historic Hudson Valley landmark. Veterans and their families will be able to enjoy a beautiful night on the World's Longest Elevated Pedestrian Bridge in a celebration of those that served.
Adidas release women’s US Open kit that ‘looks like a wet suit’ as fans say ‘aren’t they awkward to play in?’
FANS have slammed the kit that female adidas athletes are wearing at the US Open. Tennis fans have likened the outfit to a wetsuit, while others have been left confused by the sleeves on the bold dress. Adidas released their new Pro Aeroready long-sleeve premium dress just in time for the season’s final Grand Slam. […]
100th Annual Yorktown Grange Fair Opens Sept 6
Experience live music, rides, a petting zoo, and more at the Yorktown Grange Fair on September 6, 7, and 8, in Yorktown Heights, Westchester. At 99 Moseman Road, on the first weekend of September, the annual Yorktown Grange Fair will once again provide a variety of attractions to the people of Westchester and beyond. Since its first year in 1924, the fair has honored the region’s agricultural heritage by providing attractions showcasing aspects of farm life. This includes but is not limited to, Livestock Exhibits, the Tractor Display, the Pie Eating Contest, and much more.
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