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A NYC funeral home reportedly sent a grandmother’s body to the wrong country. Her family didn’t know for two weeks
A New York City funeral home that has come under fire by regulators for, among other things, losing bodies, presenting caskets for viewing with other people’s bodies inside, and giving decedents cremation urns that may or may not contain the ashes of their loved ones, now stands accused of mistakenly sending a woman’s corpse to the wrong country - where it sat mouldering for more than two weeks as the desperate family searched for answers.When Queens resident Carmen Maldonado died on May 18 at the age of 96, her children arranged for a local funeral two days later, after...
NYC mandates composting: Here’s when you need to leave it out for collection
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Mandatory composting began in New York this week — but when should you leave that brand new brown pail by the curb?. From Oct. 6 onwards New York City residents are required to separate their organic waste from the rest of their trash as part of the city’s expanded curbside composting program.
DA: New York Barber Nearly Killed Over Race In Hudson Valley
A Lower Hudson Valley man was charged with attempted murder as a hate crime and more. The victim was allegedly stabbed in the face with barbershop scissors. Westchester County District Attorney Miriam E. Rocah announced a Yonkers man was arraigned on an indictment by which he is charged with attempted murder as a hate crime and other charges.
Village Council Swears in Special Class III Law Enforcement Officers
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - The village council swore in three Special Class III Law Enforcement Officers at Wednesday night’s meeting.Travis Canning, Christen Hughes and Anthony Losito were joined by their families as they were sworn into the essential public safety position. These officers will be responsible for security at Benjamin Franklin Middle School, George Washington Middle School and Ridgewood High School.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERMayor Paul Vagianos noted these officers are “not just to protect students, but also to foster good relationships between police officers and young people so they get to know police officers as not just someone they get into trouble with.”Implementing school safety officers has been a collaborative effort between the council and the Ridgewood Board of Education. Both groups are eager to continue to expand this effort and bring in additional officers to work in the six elementary schools within the village.Read more Government news in Ridgewood: Ridgewood Village Council Takes Next Steps in Renovations to Hawes Field at South Pleasant Park Most Recent Soil Investigation Reveals Toxins on Schedler Property Ridgewood Police Department Presents Solutions to Traffic Problems at Village Council Meeting For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
$16.3M lottery ticket purchased in NYC
It’s one New Yorker’s lucky day! Someone bought a winning $16.3 million New York lotto ticket at a shop in Manhattan, officials said Thursday. Mega Millions ticket price more than doubling to $5 — with promise of bigger jackpots and higher odds Powerball champ Edwin Castro soars through California 10K race days after being cleared of theft allegations CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR METRO DAILY NEWSLETTER The jackpot-winning ticket was sold Wednesday at the Flying Phoenix Corp. on 11th Avenue near west 53rd Street, according to the New York Lottery. The lucky numbers were 9, 17, 18, 29, 32 and 40 with a bonus number of 48. For the latest metro stories, top headlines, breaking news and more, visit nypost.com/metro/
Israel's new spokeswoman in NYC tells WINS: 'I'm very excited to meet those that are not necessarily supporters of Israel – we need to have a dialogue'
“We don’t want Palestinians to die,” she said. “We always say we don’t have a fight with the Palestinian people. We don’t have a fight with the Lebanese people. Our combat is against … Hamas terrorists, Hezbollah terrorists.”
Paterson approves new police contract that includes $20K raises for over 100 officers
PATERSON — The new police contract designed to stop officers from leaving the city for better-paying jobs in suburban towns cleared its final hurdle Tuesday night with approval from the City Council. “This is a historic night for the city of Paterson,” proclaimed council President Alex Mendez. “The decision that we’re making today...
Fight to control NJ child care costs continues
HACKENSACK, N.J. (PIX11) – Elizabeth Velazquez is a mother to three, two of whom go to Little Learners Child Development Center in Hackensack. “My children mean the world to me,” she said, holding back tears, “and I want to be able to continue to work hard every day to provide the world to them.” Paying […]
NJ Transit settles lawsuits in fatal Hoboken crash
More than $22 million has been paid by NJ Transit to settle lawsuits stemming from a fatal Hoboken Terminal crash in 2016, according to a report from NJ Advance Media. On Sept. 29, 2016, a Pascack Valley Line train entered the Hoboken Terminal preparing for a final stop but instead accelerated and slammed through a concrete barrier at the end of the track.
NYC Public Schools hiring for dozens of school aides citywide
NEW YORK (PIX11) – New York City Public Schools are hiring for school aide positions in elementary, middle, and high schools across the city. Opportunities at each school can be found online by sorting the postings by newest order. Applications will remain open until Oct. 21 or Oct. 22 depending on the school. Those wanting […]
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
Early Addition: They're coming for Giuliani's Yankees World Series rings
Because the former mayor gave them to his son Andrew, who may have to cough them up to cover his dad's defamation judgment, here are your early links: The congestion pricing pause is bad for ambulances getting anywhere fast, job openings at City Hall, ello duck and more. [ more › ]
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