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Little League East Regional 13s All-Star baseball: Gritty Snug Harbor falters in opener
DOVER, Del. - Snug Harbor failed to protect a 7-4 lead and dropped a heartbreaking 8-7 decision to Keystone LL (Pa.) in opening-round play at the Little League 13-year-old Intermediate division (50/70) East Regional Saturday at Dover LL. Manager Danny Lee’s squad will once again have to run the table...
Local groups host ‘Mele Kalikimaka in July’ celebration for Staten Island Coast Guard families
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A group of local civic organizations organized a “Christmas in July” celebration with a Hawaiian theme Saturday for Coast Guard and Army families at Fort Wadsworth. The Verrazano Kiwanis Club, the local chapter of The Elks and the Craig Newmark New York Tri-State...
The Grace Foundation’s Christmas in July brings Santa Claus, smiles to Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — It was a day of smiles and fun as hundreds attended The Grace Foundation’s first annual Christmas in July celebration Saturday. From noon to 4 p.m., 460 Brielle Avenue in Sea View was transformed into a special place where children and adults could enjoy a skating rink, bouncy houses, music, and arts and crafts. Guests were greeted with traditional Christmas music, thanks to outdoor speakers.
Dear Annie: Sudden alienation by coworkers is a bit awkward, painful
As someone from the millennial generation, I struggled a lot with unemployment. In fact, sometimes it seemed like my college degree kept me from even the most basic job opportunities. So, I was really happy when someone gave me a chance. Data entry was not my dream job, but it’s...
NY weather: Weather alert issued for strong thunderstorms in Dutchess County early Saturday evening
A report from the National Weather Service was issued on Saturday at 4:10 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 4:45 p.m. for Dutchess County. Residents can look for wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 4:09 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm over Falls Village, or 16 miles northwest...
Proceeds from amateur charity jiu-jitsu and wrestling exhibition Friday evening go to good cause (65 photos)
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. --- Spectators gathered at Staten Island University Hospital Community Park in St. George on a sunny Friday evening, July 19, 2024, to enjoy wrestling and jiu-jitsu matches while supporting a good cause. Staten Island Entertainment and Staten Island MMA came together with the FDNY to put on...
First lady Jill Biden cancels Michigan trip amid campaign speculation
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — First lady Jill Biden canceled a tentative Sunday visit to Michigan, the Washington Post reported Friday. The news came as speculation swirls about whether President Joseph Biden will remain the Democratic nominee in the 2024 presidential election. A spokesperson for the first lady told the...
NY weather: Prepare for strong thunderstorms in New York early Saturday evening
The National Weather Service issued a weather alert at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday for strong thunderstorms until 4:15 p.m. for Columbia, Ulster and Dutchess counties. Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 3:30 p.m., Doppler radar tracked strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Red...
Beware exploding soda cans if flying this airline in the heat
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — When taking a flight, concerns may revolve around the condition of the aircraft and its passengers, but if you’re riding Southwest Airlines this summer, you may want to inspect your drinks. About 20 Southwest Airline employees have been injured this year from exploding soda...
Gov. Hochul: New Yorkers can get free, low-cost child care via new website
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Joining U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand at the Club Fed Child Care Center in Albany, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the launch of ny.gov/childcare. This new, digital portal assists eligible families in providing them with access to free or low-cost child care through New York State’s Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP).
How Yankees’ Juan Soto also is great at bunting in an era few do it well
NEW YORK — Just back from putting on a show at the All-Star Game, Yankees right fielder Juan Soto had a perfect night at the plate Friday, 4-for-4 with two doubles and a walk in a 6-1 win over the Rays. His favorite individual feat?. It wasn’t his beautiful...
A Social Security increase is on the horizon. Here’s COLA projection.
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A Social Security increase of 2.64% may occur in 2025, according to the latest estimates from The Senior Citizens League. The Consumer Price Index — the index used to determine the cost-of-living-adjustment (COLA) for Social Security — fell to 3% last month, according to a post on NJ.com, a sister site of SILive.com.
Staten Island moms breathe new life into local Mothers of Black Boys group: ‘Empowering the community’
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A new spark has been ignited in a community resource resting dormant for years, as mothers gathered in the Richmond Terrace Community Center in New Brighton to reinvigorate the Staten Island chapter of Mothers of Black Boys (MOBB) United. MOBB United is a nationwide coalition...
Report: Bronx hijacker takes car with 4-year-old boy inside
Police are frantically searching for a Bronx carjacker who swiped a Mercedes with a 4-year-old boy in the backseat early Saturday, according to reports. The armed man took a white Mercedes with a black roof as it idled outside the Metro Motel on E 241st Street at about 7:30 a.m. police told the New York Daily News.
Disgraced ‘The Social Network’ actor addresses allegations of cannibalism and sexual misconduct
Actor Armie Hammer, 37, addressed allegations of sexual misconduct and cannibalism when he appeared on Piers Morgan Uncensored, which aired Friday, July 19. The star of the movies “The Social Network” and “Call Me by Your Name” actor, 37, denied accusations in 2021 by his former girlfriend Effie Angelova of abusing her “mentally, emotionally and sexually” in 2017.
N.Y. Gov Hochul says state found, returned millions in stolen cars
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Gov. Kathy Hochul celebrated Vehicle Theft Prevention Month Friday touting the state’s recovery of 120 stolen vehicles worth $3.5 million through June 30. This year’s numbers marked an increased from 2023 when the Department of Vehicles (DMV) recovered 112 vehicles worth $3 million during...
D.A. McMahon leads tour at future site of Staten Island Community Justice Center
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — District Attorney Michael McMahon led a tour Friday of what he believes will transform public safety on Staten Island. Joined by local elected officials and New York Chief Judge Rowan Wilson, McMahon touted the new Staten Island Community Justice Center at what was once the Island’s criminal courthouse at 67 Targee St., Stapleton.
New York Jets are odds-on favorites to reach the NFL playoffs | Check out the latest odds here
So, you think Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets can soar all the way to the Super Bowl this season? Or maybe at least to an AFC East crown?. FanDuel has set the lines for a variety of NYJ futures bets. In fact, the odds insist the Jets will at least make the playoffs.
Dear Abby: Son won’t move his kid from bed for Grandma
My son and his family live six hours from me. I can afford the gas to drive there, but paying for a hotel room for two nights is beyond my means. My son is a stay-at-home dad of seven children. When I asked his wife if I could stay at their place, thinking one child could make a pallet on the floor, giving me their bed, she said she didn’t want to put their child out.
N.Y. Lottery: These $1 scratch-offs offer big payouts
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The prices of New York Lottery scratch-off tickets vary, but these 10 games in New York that only cost $1 each can have big payouts. Given the low price tag, those games come with the lowest payouts, but that doesn’t mean players can’t still see a big payday.
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