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Finding Her 'Voice': Glen Cove Native Turns Chairs On Popular TV Show
The 17-year-old, originally from Long Island’s Glen Cove, ultimately convinced all four coaches to turn their chairs during her blind audition on NBC’s “The Voice,” in an episode that aired Tuesday, Oct. 8. Performing Five for Fighting’s 2001 hit, “Superman,” Roberts had both Stefani and Reba...
Boy, 13, slashed during after school fight in Brooklyn: sources
BED-STUY, Brooklyn (PIX11) – A 13-year-old boy was slashed during a fight between two children after school in Brooklyn on Thursday, sources told PIX11 News. It happened near Roosevelt Place and Atlantic Avenue in Bed-Stuy around 3:45 p.m. The boy had a laceration to his lower back and was taken to Brookdale University Hospital and […]
Islanders Fans Votes Are In, The Fifth New York Islanders’ Puppy With a Purpose® Will Be Named “Butchie”
The Guide Dog Foundation, a New York-based non-profit that provides guide dogs to individuals who are blind or visually impaired, is thrilled to partner again with the New York Islanders in their “Puppy With a Purpose®” program to train future guide dogs, “Butchie.”. On October 4th,...
Public school evacuated after crews strike nearby gas main in Jamaica, Queens
A school in Queens was evacuated Friday morning after crews struck a nearby gas main, according to officials.National Grid said a third-party contractor struck a gas main at 179th Place between 90th Avenue and Hillside in Jamaica.Out of an abundance of caution, the nearby P.S. 95 Eastwood was evacuated to another building off school property.Both students and staff were evacuated safely, and the crews were able to control the leak and secure the gas service, according to the FDNY.National Grid crews are now making repairs.No injuries were reported.This is breaking news. This story will be updated as more information becomes available.----------* More Queens news* Send us a news tip* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts * Follow us on YouTube Submit a tip or story idea to Eyewitness NewsHave a breaking news tip or an idea for a story we should cover? Send it to Eyewitness News using the form below. If attaching a video or photo, terms of use apply.
History Close At Hand: Mary Tunstall Smith — Lady of the Manor and trailblazer of early Long Island
She was baptized Martha Tunstall on July 2, 1652, daughter of Henry Tunstall of Putney, Surrey, England. She moved with her family to Tangier, Africa, where she married William Smith. From her marriage on Nov. 26, 1675, until her death in Setauket in 1709 at 57, Martha led a life dedicated to her husband, family, business interests and community. She gave birth to 13 children, buried seven, and journeyed from Tangier back to England, to Ireland for a birth, and finally to America. She raised her family in primitive conditions, assisted her husband in his business dealings, often during his long absences, and became respected as lady of the manor. Widowed at 52, Martha successfully managed her husband’s business interests, including offshore whaling, and became a well-regarded community leader.
25-Year-Old From East Northport Seriously Injured In Crash Near Commack Intersection
It happened around 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11, in Commack. According to Suffolk County Police, a 25-year-old man from East Northport was riding a 2006 Kawasaki motorcycle westbound on Jericho Turnpike when the motorcycle crashed into an eastbound 2019 Nissan Rogue making a left turn onto Morewood Drive. The operator...
Rutgers had Grimace dance to OMG in the end zone because it's all about the Mets, baby!
Let there be no question which baseball team the Rutgers Scarlet Knights are supporting this October: It’s about the Mets, baby! Love the Mets. Or maybe it’s mostly about the vibes. You see, much like the Mets this season, Rutgers entered the year with middling expectations and has all the non-believers changing their tune in October.
Huntington Blue Devil Marching Band and Huntington Union Free School District presents Home Show & Competition
As part of the New York State Field Band Conference, the Huntington Blue Devil Marching Band (HBDMB) and Huntington Union Free School District will present it’s Bi-Annual Home Show Competition at the Blue Devil Stadium at Huntington High School, Sunday, October 20 with show start time of 1 p.m.
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