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Plato's Closet Owner Sentenced for Privacy Invasion and Child Pornography
MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. - Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll, Chief of Investigations Robert McNally, and Roxbury Township Police Chief Dean Adone announced the sentencing of Nicholas Zirpoli, 36, of Lincoln Park, New Jersey, the owner and operator of Plato’s Closet in Roxbury Township.
The 8 Most Infamous Crime Families in New York
HBO just released The Penguin, which follows the character from the Batman franchise, who is striving to be a mob boss in Gotham City. The first two episodes have been really good. Collin Farrell, who plays the villainous Oswald 'Oz' Cobb, is unrecognizable. He fully embodies the character. While Oz is a fictional mob boss-in-the-making of a fictional crime family. New York has had its fair share of real crime bosses of real crime families over the years. Not to be outdone by Chicago, there are some certified gangsters that operated their criminal enterprises in New York. Here are the 8 most dangerous and infamous.
Retired FDNY chief pleads guilty in federal corruption case
Brian Cordasco, a retired chief in the FDNY Bureau of Fire Prevention, pleaded guilty Tuesday to conspiring to accept bribes in exchange for expediting safety inspections."I plead guilty your honor," Cordasco said.The retired chief admitted that he received more than $5,000 between 2021 and 2023 to fast track mandatory safety inspections.Last month, he and retired Chief Anthony Saccavino were arrested in a year-long federal corruption investigation.Cordasco will be sentenced in February when he faces a maximum penalty of five years in prison.The plea agreement contains no expectation of cooperation against his codefendant, Saccavino, but federal prosecutors said Cordasco conspired...
Video: Man Arrested After Kicking In Door And Entering Bronx Apartment
Brian Watts was arrested and charged with burglary, criminal mischief, and possession of a controlled substance. A Bronx man wanted to get inside an apartment in the Parkchester section, so he banged on the door. When he did not get a response, he kicked the door several times until he broke a hole through it. When he realized what he had done, he crawled right through it to gain entry into the dwelling. And it was all caught on video!
Man Assaulted, Attempted Robbery In Road Rage Incident: Newark PD
At 4:50 p.m., a man exited his vehicle at Clinton Avenue and Bergen Street and accused the victim of hitting his car, Newark Public Safety Director Fritz Fragé said. The victim got out of his truck to look at damage and when he didn't see any, the man and a passenger in his vehicle assaulted the victim, punching and kicking him, Fragé said.
30-Year-Old Hudson Valley Bakery Closed Due To “Exhaustion”
Owners say they are "mentally and physically exhausted." Last week, Hudson Valley Post reported on a steakhouse in Dutchess County is closing after the owners did some "soul searching." The final day for the eatery was Sunday. CLICK HERE to find more. Now, we've learned a 30-year-old bakery from the...
Tourists fall victim to street vendor scams in the Battery
THE BATTERY, Manhattan (PIX11) — They’re not exactly selling the Brooklyn Bridge, but vendors at The Battery are allegedly illegally selling tickets to enter the free NYC Park and steering tourists away from the authorized Statue City Cruises that go directly to Liberty Island. Statue City Cruises is the only ferry company authorized to sell […]
This NYC borough just got its first new train cars in more than 50 years
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (PIX11) – New train cars were introduced on Staten Island for the first time in more than 50 years on Tuesday, MTA officials said. The MTA launched new R211S subway cars into service on the Staten Island Railway. The R211S subway cars feature wider doors, security cameras throughout the train, digital route […]
NYC man shot dead after confronting person who may have touched girlfriend: police
QUEENS, N.Y. (PIX11) – A Queens man was shot to death after confronting a person who may have inappropriately touched his girlfriend, police said Tuesday. Rahsaun Williams, 39, was fatally shot at the Pomonok Houses at 65-16 Parsons Blvd. in Queens around 7:30 p.m. on Friday, according to NYPD Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny. “The […]
Photos: Hasbrouck Heights Town Day 2024
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ - A bright and sunny fall day greeted the annual Hasbrouck Heights Town Day at Woodland Park on Saturday. The event returned in 2024 after consecutive weekend storms washed it out in 2023. Community and school groups, and candidates offered information and merchandise to residents. Lawn bags and recycling information was available from the DPW. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Drinks and popcorn were provided by the Hasbrouck Heights Recreation Department. Over 1,200 hot dogs were served, according to Borough Administrator Robert Brady, which also came with a choice of mustard, ketchup, sauerkraut, and baked beans. Children enjoyed several bounce houses to jump on. The Hasbrouck Heights Volunteer Fire Department had a truck on hand to explore. The band Big Bang Baby provided entertainment throughout the day. Town Day 2024 was organized by Robert Brady, Director of Recreation, and the Recreation Advisory Board. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Eastside Ghosts Triumph Over Kennedy Knights in Soccer Showdown
PATERSON, NJ - On Monday, the Eastside Ghosts' girls soccer team emerged victorious against the Kennedy Knights with a final score of 3-2. The Ghosts took an early lead with Blanca Navarrete scoring all three goals. Her first goal came just minutes into the match, setting the tone for Eastside's aggressive play. Kennedy fought back, with Kristalee Rodriguez and Jeserlyn Pinzon each contributing to the Knights' scoring efforts, but ultimately, Eastside held firm to secure the win.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERIn goal, Katelynn Bonilla made five crucial saves for the Ghosts. Kimberly Garcia, the keeper for the Knights, also had a commendable performance, recording eight saves despite the team's loss.With this victory, Eastside improves to 1-6 in the season, while Kennedy falls to 1-5. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month @ Hackensack High School
HACKENSACK, N.J. – The Hackensack Public School District is hosting the community for its annual Hispanic Heritage Month celebration, themed “Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together.”The event will take place on Wednesday, October 9 at the Hackensack High School Auditorium, beginning at 6 p.m.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER“We are proud to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month as a district,” Superintendent Dr. Thomas McBryde, Jr., said. “This event is a reflection of our commitment to inclusivity and a wonderful chance for everyone to learn, appreciate and embrace the rich traditions that make our community so unique.”Hispanic Heritage Month, observed from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, honors the histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic Americans. The celebration will feature performances by students and staff from Hackensack schools, including art displays, video montages, music, dance, heritage quilts, and a living wax museum, according to organizers. In addition to the performances, attendees will be treated to free food representing a variety of Hispanic cuisine. This is an opportunity to enjoy flavors from across Latin America and experience the culinary diversity that is central to Hispanic heritage. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
MTA, NYPD impound nearly 300 vehicles in latest 'ghost cars' crackdown
The MTA and local law enforcement continue to crack down on so-called ghost vehicles.In their latest joint effort, the agencies announced they impounded nearly 300 cars in September.The effort took place over six operations at MTA crossings, including the Verrazano and RFK Bridges."This behavior won't be tolerated," said MTA Bridges and Tunnels President Catherine Sheridan. "Pay your tolls, don't risk losing your car."Vehicles were impounded for various violations, including suspended registrations due to unpaid tolls, unregistered vehicles, suspended licenses, and unreadable disguised plates.Nearly 2,500 vehicles have been impounded since the multi-agency crackdown began.Through 44 operations, approximately $17 million in unpaid...
HS Girls Volleyball: Hasbrouck Heights Defeats Lodi on Senior Night
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ – Priscilla Escamilla’s 11 assists led Hasbrouck Heights to a 2-0 victory over Lodi in a NJIC Meadowlands girls volleyball match on Monday evening on Senior Night. The Lady Aviators improved to 6-8 overall, and 3-4 in the Meadowlands. Lodi falls to 2-13, 0-7.Before the match, Hasbrouck Heights honored seven players - Kyra Blake, Leshaunia Burrell, Priscilla Escamilla, Jaelyn Karwoski, Mackenzie Riordan, Bodhi Thool, and Tiffany Wojtkielewicz - on Senior Night. As is the volleyball team's tradition, underclassmen gave a brief speech as to what a player has meant to her and the team, and presented them with a personalized gift bin with gifts, spiritwear, and snacks. Each senior took photos with her family and as a team.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERTiffany Wotkielewicz and Mackenzie Riordan each had six kills for Hasbrouck Heights in the wins, while Riordan also chipped in with a team-high seven digs. Sophia Romero had a team-high 10 service points for the Lady Aviators. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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