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It’s a long holiday weekend in New York since many have holiday spirits high in honor of the 4th of July fireworks on the Hudson River, barbecues in the park, and tanning in Coney Island Beach. New York, no matter where you go on the street, always feels full of possibilities.
Can New Yorkers Start Celebrating Spooky Season in July?
Happy 4th of July Week! When the 4th of July is in the middle of the week like this year, it's easy to celebrate all week long! Because it sits between two weekends, folks all across New York and the country are celebrating from Friday, June 28th through Sunday, July 7th. It's a good break from the mundane, but that timeline is so minuscule compared to other holiday seasons.
Relief drive to support Hurricane Beryl victims underway in New York City
Elected officials from the New York State Assembly and New York City Council partnered with Supporting Every Life Beyond Yours Inc (SELBY) to organize a relief drive to provide aid and assistance to those affected by Hurricane Beryl.
Funeral held for NYPD cop killed in fatal Long Island car crash
NEW HYDE PARK, NY (PIX11) — Friends and family said their final farewell to NYPD Officer Emilia Rennhack at her funeral Saturday. She was killed in a tragic car crash on her day off last Friday. Police said a man was driving while intoxicated and crashed a minivan into a Long Island nail salon while Rennhack was […]
City Budget to Fund these District 6 Programs
The New York City Council announced the details of the recently passed budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which began on July 1. The total approved funding for the city is $112.4 billion – up from $107 billion last fiscal year – and a portion will benefit a number of initiatives and organizations on the Upper West Side.
Is trade school now a faster path to economic success?
In today’s work environment, is a vocational, trade-school degree becoming a more direct career path to economic success than a conventional 4-year college degree? Yes, says Darnell Epps, who graduated from both Yale Law School - and Lincoln Technical Institute.
FOX 5 News Update: Illegal Long Island fireworks display injures 4
In this FOX 5 NY Weekend News Update, we cover an illegal fireworks show that went wrong on Long Island, leaving four people, including an 8-year-old hospitalized, and avoiding scams on boats allegedly visiting the Statue of Liberty. Plus, viral video of newlyweds who hosted their wedding reception on the New York City subway.
Caitlin Clark rallies Fever past Liberty 83-78 with first triple-double by WNBA rookie
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Caitlin Clark posted the first triple-double by a rookie in WNBA history to help rally Indiana to an 83-78 victory over New York on Saturday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, snapping the Fever’s nine-game losing streak to the Liberty. Clark finished with 19 points, 13 assists and 12 rebounds for Indiana (9-13). The No. […]
NYPD Officers Allegedly Assaulted While Investigating Unattended Children at NYC Homeless Shelter
The incident of Jordan Neely’s death sparked discussions around the need for stronger follow-up actions by NYPD to address violence against New York’s homeless population. Such incidents have pushed the city’s authorities to reassess their approach towards protecting vulnerable populations. NYPD Involved in Altercation. Chaos erupted outside...
Driver in deadly July 4th NYC crash arraigned on host of charges
NEW YORK - The man accused of killing three people when he allegedly drove drunk into a crowd on the Lower East Side on July 4th was arraigned on a host of charges Saturday. Daniel Hyden of Monmouth Junction, New Jersey is charged with aggravated vehicular homicide, aggravated vehicular assault, manslaughter, assault and operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated. Hyden was also driving with a suspended license, prosecutors said.Hyden, 44, appeared before a judge Saturday morning. His face was still swollen and full of stitches after police say he was pulled out of his truck and held down by the crowd...
Inside Kappo Sono, a New 12-Seat Kaiseki Counter From One of N.Y.C.’s Hottest Restaurant Groups
At the now-closed Kyo Ya, Chikara Sono was honored with accolades, including Michelin stars. Now, the chef is bringing those award-worthy talents to a fresh concept in New York City.Thieves Are Stealing Rolexes and Pateks From Diners at N.Y.C.'s High-End Restaurants Kappo Sono, which opens Friday, is an intimate kaiseki restaurant near Union Square from rising star Kuma Hospitality Group. With just 12 seats and one seating per evening, beginning at 6:30 p.m. (5:30 p.m. on Sundays), it may soon become one of the hardest reservations to score. (In fact, a spokesperson for the restaurant told Robb Report that it’s already...
83-year-old man shoved down NYC subway stairs
NEW YORK - An 83-year-old man is recovering after police say he was shoved down the stairs of a subway station in an unprovoked attack. The victim was exiting the 53rd Street and Lexington Avenue station when he was pushed at around 11:10 p.m. Friday night. He was taken to Bellevue Hospital with a head laceration and is in stable condition. Police have arrested a suspect. Kingsley Adjo, 54, was charged with assault and reckless endangerment. Earlier this year, a rise in subway crime prompted Gov. Kathy Hochul to deploy the National Guard troops to the subway system, and Mayor Eric Adams to reinstitute bag checks in the system. Just this week, the NYPD released their latest monthly crime statistics. According to the NYPD, major crime in the subway system was down 6.9% year to date, and by 15.3% compared to June of 2023. The police department said crime levels in transit have hit a 14-year low, "discounting pandemic-era irregularities." "As we look back on the first half of this year, we can see the steady progress in the NYPD's relentless fight against violence and disorder – an unwavering commitment that will continue through the summer months," NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban said.
ANNIE BROWN'S 5TH GRADE SCIENCE PRESENTATION Returns To SoHo Playhouse
This summer, Matt Morse's Annie Brown's 5th Grade Science Presentation, directed by Abby Davis, will return to SoHo Playhouse as a finalist in their 3rd Annual Lighthouse Series on July 14, 15, and 16. Annie Brown's 5th Grade Science Presentation is a dark comedy exploring class and oppression through the...
Westbeth center launches community art space
A former synagogue, a daycare center and a double height sculpture studio are part of a canvas for the inaugural Art Takeover at Westbeth Artists Housing and Center for the Arts in the West Village. Anchor Ron Lee spoke with Valerie Hallier, the director of the Westbeth Gallery, Saturday on...
Are We In a Sondheim Renaissance?
Do you have a burning Broadway question? Dying to know more about an obscure Broadway fact? Broadway historian and self-proclaimed theatre nerd Jennifer Ashley Tepper is here to help with her new series, Broadway Deep Dive. Every month, BroadwayWorld will be accepting questions from theatre fans like you. If you're lucky, your question might be selected as the topic of her next column!
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