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Ice cream is bad for the environment. Ugh!
There’s nothing better than having a little ice cream cone while you walk around in the sweltering summer heat or eating a whole pint on the couch while your AC is blasting. But apparently ice cream is bad for the environment. I mean, what isn’t these days? Sigh.
Miranda Lambert berates disruptive concertgoers during show: ‘Your head is turned the wrong way’
Country star Miranda Lambert does not suffer rude fans gladly, especially during her concerts. “The House That Built Me” star recently lost her patience with unruly concertgoers, pausing in the middle of her set at Montana’s Under the Big Sly festival after noticing they were fighting, according to the L.A. Times.
Freedom of expression under threat? Journalist fined for mocking Meloni’s height
ROME (AP) — A judge in Milan has ordered an Italian journalist to pay 5,000 euros (nearly $5,500) in damages to Premier Giorgia Meloni for making fun of her height in social media posts. The judge ruled on Wednesday that two social media posts by journalist Giulia Cortese, who...
Mets give major-league deal to catcher tearing up Triple-A
The New York Mets front office remained active during the All-Star break. On Thursday, sports anchor for KPRC 2 Houston Ari Alexander reported that the Mets are in “agreement” on a major league contract with catcher Logan Porter. The deal is pending a physical, according to Alexander. Want...
Billy Ray Cyrus wins emergency motion to block estranged wife of 7 months from using his credit cards
Country star Billy Ray Cyrus, 62, has been granted an emergency motion to stop his estranged wife, Firerose, 37, from using his credit cards, according to PEOPLE. A Tennessee judge found “no legitimate reason for [Firerose] to have access to and to make any additional charges” on Cyrus’ cards and has ordered her to stop using them immediately.
Video shows moment firefighters narrowly evade wall of flames as blaze erupts on Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Video recorded at the scene of a residential fire in Stapleton captures the moment two firefighters narrowly dodged roaring flames. In the footage captured by Michael J. Carrasquillo, the blaze can be seen engulfing a vehicle to the side of the home. As firefighters move about before the front of the property, two firefighters can be seen emerging from a second floor window onto a portion of the roof.
Dear Annie: Granddaughter is a flower girl and they’re not invited to the wedding
Our son married into a large family. His wife’s sister was recently married. We did not receive an invitation, and no explanation was given. We were disappointed not to be included. However, it wasn’t until we saw post-wedding pictures of our 2-year-old granddaughter — who served as the flower girl — that we realized that we are not considered family. He is our only child, and she is our only grandchild. How do we handle our hurt feelings going forward? — The Sad Out-Laws.
Staten Island’s Best Dressed: Stunning photos from 5 Juneteenth events
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Featured in this week’s Staten Island’s Best Dressed are photos from five Juneteenth celebrations with Staten Island representation, held throughout the month of June 2024. On June 6, NYC Mayor Eric Adams’s Juneteenth Coalition hosted the second annual Juneteenth flag raising near The...
Giants GM admits he studies NFL mock drafts before he picks
In the weeks (and months) leading up to the draft each year, fans carefully follow mocks to get a sense of who their team will likely select on the real day. Apparently, front offices look at them, too. Want to bet on the NFL?. Earlier this week, Giants general manager...
N.J. grooming business owner arrested following dog’s mysterious death and drug discovery
A week after their beloved family pet died at a Gloucester County dog grooming business, a Woodbury Heights family say their grief has turned to anger as they look for answers. The family doesn’t know how Harley, a 3-year-old border collie Australian shepherd mix, died. But, authorities said the proprietor...
Staten Island Sweet 16 features authentic Hawaiian entertainment, lots of ‘oohs’ and ‘ahhs’ at Richmond County Country Club (Photos)
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — When the time came time for Gianna Montanti to plan her Sweet 16 birthday bash and select a party theme for the milestone event, it was easy as pie for the astute young adult who has always loved the island of Hawaii. And of all...
Mob series films on Staten Island this summer and fall; locations include restaurants, delis
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Watch for the hit TV series “Gravesend,” created by William DeMeo and produced by Prince’s Bay resident, Michele Frantzeskos, which continues to film with season three. This time around the series will see Shaquille O’Neal — the 7 foot, 1 inch tall,...
Gov. Hochul orders N.Y. flags to be flown half-staff Friday: Here is why
Gov. Kathy Hochul today announced flags on state buildings will be flown at half-staff on July 19 in honor of Corey Comperatore. “Corey Comperatore was a father, a public servant, and a proud American whose life was taken in a senseless act of violence that shakes at the core of our democracy,” Governor Hochul said. “As we honor his memory, let us commit once more to the better angels of our nature, and to the collective freedoms we enjoy as a nation.”
Live video from the scene after NYC 9/11 memorial is vandalized with anti-cop and pro-Palestine graffiti
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – The “Postcards” memorial to the victims of 9/11 was vandalized with graffiti this week. The Advance reported that the anti-police acronym “ACAB,” which stands for “All Cops Are Bastards,” was scrawled on the memorial, as was a misspelled “Free Palistine.”
N.J. mother files lawsuit against McDonald’s after alleged food poisoning incident
A New Jersey woman has filed a lawsuit against a McDonald’s franchise in Paterson, claiming she and her child became ill and had to be hospitalized after eating the restaurant’s food. Yuleisi Montero, 30, states in court papers she and her young son got sick after consuming crispy...
Fire badly damages home on Staten Island, sends smoke billowing into sky
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Thick smoke emanated from a fire at a home in Stapleton on Friday afternoon. One-hundred-and-six FDNY and EMS members and 25 units responded to 14 Quinn St. once the fire was reported at 1:25 p.m., according to an FDNY spokesperson. Firefighters received a report of...
Trial looms for diner owner accused of groping staff on Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Charges alleging the owner of a popular Staten Island diner groped his employees could ultimately be heard by a jury, despite a judge’s best efforts to resolve the case by way of a plea agreement. Magdy Kheir, 66, of Annadale, was arrested three times...
ESPN ranks Yankees’ Derek Jeter behind controversial teammate on top 100 list
Yankees fans are glancing sideways at ESPN’s list of top 100 professional athletes since 2000. That’s because, while the players on the list are deserving, the order in which they’re placed would probably be different had they been considered. It’s no surprise that Alex Rodriguez (No. 43),...
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