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NYPD Seeks Public Help to Identify Suspects in Series of Robberies Across Multiple Precincts
NEW YORK, NY – The New York City Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying suspects involved in a series of robberies impacting three precincts. The incidents, which…
Advocating for the closure of Rikers Island and criminal justice reform
The news was huge for Jonathan Monsalve, president and CEO of Osborne Association, a nonprofit advocating for the closing of Rikers Island, decriminalization and decarceration. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Monday that $108 million would be allocated to transform the former Bayview Correctional Facility along Manhattan’s west side near Chelsea into 124 affordable housing units and a community hub. The project, entitled “Liberty Landing,” partners Osborne with Camber Property Group to house formerly incarcerated individuals.
Tragic Drowning in NYC Rockaways Highlights Urgent Need for Lifeguards
(WNY News Now) – NYC – A man in his 30s was found dead from an apparent drowning at Rockaway Beach, marking the fifth beach death of the season and intensifying calls for improved lifeguard services and swim education. In the early hours of Monday, a man in...
US-Canada illegal border crossings surge – and those migrants are heading to NYC
CLINTON COUNTY, N.Y. - A gas station in the small city of Plattsburgh, New York, was once an unassuming pit stop before a trip to the nearby Adirondacks, or perhaps a stay near Lake Champlain. Thanks to its proximity to the northern border, it’s now better known as an outpost for migrants, the penultimate stop on their long journeys from home.
Extra Extra: A bird allegedly dropped a massive fish on an NJ family's Tesla and shattered the windshield
Because dashcam footage indicates that a bird with bad grip is the likeliest explanation, here are your afternoon links: Authorities shoot a pit bull at a Staten Island park, NYC Ferry fare going up, married bunk-bed influencers and more. [ more › ]
New restaurant leases 4,600 sq. ft., opens at Hoboken apartment building, RIPCO says
A new restaurant has taken nearly 4,600 square feet at the base of an apartment building in western Hoboken, in a newly announced deal by RIPCO Real Estate. In a news release, the brokerage team said BYRD is now open at 800 Jackson St., noting that it is the sister restaurant of Common Lot in Millburn. The eatery’s 4,585-square-foot space includes outdoor seating and benefits from what RIPCO described as extensive cosmetic renovations, while the operator has secured a liquor license for the business.
Plane Crash Update: IDs Released For 2 Men Killed At NY Airport
Authorities have identified two men who were killed when a small plane crashed at a New York airport moments after taking off.The incident happened on Long Island at MacArthur Airport in Ronkonkoma around 6:15 p.m. Monday, July 22.Suffolk County Police said a single engine Beechcraft Bonanza A36 to…
The 2024 New Jersey Hall Of Fame Class Has Been Revealed
Who would you nominate for the New Jersey Hall Of Fame?. After all, Jersey has a rich history of contributing a lot to society in the world of sports, music, the arts and entertainment, and STEM projects. People like Bruce Springsteen, Yoggi Berra, Buzz Aldrin, and Vince Lombardi were among...
NYC weather update: Will storms impact Mets vs Yankees Subway Series finale? Forecast
NEW YORK CITY - Scattered showers and storms could be an issue on Wednesday in NY, NJ and CT. But will the Subway Series 2024 finale between the Mets and Yankees in NYC be impacted?. JUMP TO: TODAY l TOMORROW. "We do have the chance for more scattered showers today....
Fulton Bank closing at least 9 branches in Southern New Jersey
Published reports say Fulton Bank will be closing at least nine branches across South Jersey over the coming weeks but customers likely won't have to travel too far for access to their money. According to the Philadelphia Business Journal, the closures come after Fulton took over Republic Bank, which failed...
NJCPA Survey Respondents Concerned Over Corporate Transit Fee
The New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants' (NJCPA) economic survey of more than 500 members in June revealed a relatively guarded stance on New Jersey’s economy for the second half of 2024 and a more positive take on the national economy. An equal number of respondents (43%) expected New Jersey’s economy to stay the same over that time as expected it to become worse, but when asked about the national economy nearly 50% anticipated economic conditions to remain about the same and 34% expected it to be worse.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET...
Hard Rock Launches First Joint Omnichannel Slot Game in New Jersey
Hard Rock debuted its exclusive Rakin’ Bacon Sahara slot game by AGS at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City in New Jersey and online at Hard Rock Bet. This launch marked the company’s first joint omnichannel slot game release, providing exclusive access to Rakin’ Bacon Sahara.
3 men sentenced to prison, 2 for over 40 years, for 2018 fatal Jersey City shooting
Three men were sentenced to state prison, two for over 40 years, for a 2018 fatal Jersey City shooting that claimed the life of a 17-year-old boy. Rayquan Carmichael, 23, of Jersey City, was sentenced to 40 years in New Jersey State Prison for murder, Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez announced.
Metro Vein Centers Celebrates National Expansion with Pennsylvania and New Clinic Openings in New Jersey, Texas, and Arizona
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 24, 2024-- Metro Vein Centers, the fastest-growing network of providers specializing in personalized vein care, is announcing the opening of five new clinic locations in New Jersey, Texas, and Arizona, as well as expanding their clinical coverage to the state of Pennsylvania. These expansions reflect the brand’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality vein care and addressing a variety of vein diseases, including spider and varicose veins, as well as more advanced venous conditions across fifty locations nationwide. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240724835198/en/ Brooklyn Metro Vein Center (Photo: Business Wire)
Cheer For These 23 New Jersey Athletes Representing Team USA At Paris Olympics
A total of 23 athletes from New Jersey have qualified for the Olympics and are ready to make their run at the gold when events kick off Friday, July 26. Bam Adebayo, of Newark, and 2020 Olympian: Basketball. Jack Alexy, of Morristown: Swimming. Jackie Dubrovich, of Riverdale, a 2020 Olympian:...
NJ weather: Two more unsettled, humid days, weekend looks great
High humidity and unsettled weather. Typical summer weather in New Jersey. But that does not mean we have to like it. We are facing a few showers and maybe even a thunderstorm through the first half of Wednesday. And again during the daytime hours on Thursday. Meanwhile, dew points in the 70s are making the air thick and uncomfortable.
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