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First of its Kind Christmas Mega Stores are Coming to New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania
Christmas shopping is an exciting activity that many people look forward to as the holiday season approaches. Whether sprucing up your home for guests or simply getting into the holiday spirit, choosing the right decorations can set the perfect mood for the season. It seems like the decorations are going...
Get free McDonald’s french fries during Mets playoff run
NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) – When the Mets win, everybody wins. Thanks to the Mets’ big win against the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday, New Yorkers can get free french fries at McDonald’s on Wednesday. The promotion is triggered when the Mets score at least 5 home runs. Then, a medium fries order is free for […]
Nation’s first commercial wind farm opens off Long Island
Long Island, N.Y. (PIX11) — Just 35 miles off the coast of Montauk Point sits the nation’s first commercial-scale offshore wind farm. What began as a simple concept 11 years ago now sends electricity to approximately 70,000 homes on Long Island. PIX11 News got an up-close tour of the one-of-a-kind project.
Feds search NYPD school safety office in Queens amid scrutiny over contracts, source says
Federal investigators searched the Queens headquarters of the NYPD’s School Safety Division on Thursday, according to reports and a person with knowledge of the search. Federal investigators executed a search at the NYPD's School Safety Division office, as the NYPD faces scrutiny for contracts obtained by SaferWatch, a company tied to outgoing Schools Chancellor David Banks' brother. [ more › ]
The Weekender: Things to Do on Long Island This Weekend
Sign up for our LI Press email newsletter to get news, updates, and local insights delivered straight to your inbox!. Things to do on Long Island this weekend include concerts, comedy shows, and more. The Weekender: Things to Do on Long Island This Weekend. ANDERSON .PAAK. This Grammy-winning singer and...
Family and friends hold vigil for man killed outside Queens NYCHA complex
Family and friends held a vigil on what would have been Rahsaun Williams' 40th birthday after he was shot and killed at the Pomonok Houses in Queens on Friday."This is unreal. I'm living a nightmare. I'm living my worst nightmare." William's mother Beverly Williams said.Williams said a man groped Rahsaun's girlfriend and she called him for help.Rahsaun confronted the man to defend her, Williams said.Police said that man then pulled out a gun and shot Rahsaun three times.By the time Williams ran out to see her son, the ambulance sped past her.Police are still searching for his killer."This is what...
Music, Food and Carnival Set for LI Fall Festival
The annual Long Island Festival opens Friday at Heckscher Park, offering a weekend-long array of musical acts, food choices, and entertainment for all. On Sunday, the Columbus Day parade will celebrate Italian heritage. Stepping off at 11 a.m., the parade will move from Main Street Read More ...
PD: New York Man Takes “Stolen” Car On 3-Hour “Test Drive” To Hudson Valley
A New York City man gave a bizarre excuse as to why he was found driving a reported stolen car in the Hudson Valley. The New Rochelle Police Department confirmed a car stolen from the state of Pennsylvania was found in the Lower Hudson Valley. Stolen Car From Pennsylvania Found...
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