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Tennis Girl Rachel Stuhlmann Poses With Andre Agassi At UTS Tour: 'The Legend'
Tennis influencer and model Rachel Stuhlmann is always doing her part to promote the game, and without a doubt, has a multitude of fans because of it. But for once, it appears that it was Stuhlmann who was at least a little starstruck. Stuhlmann is attending the UTS Tour in...
Former Yankee Brett Gardner Has Ghosted the Team Since His Retirement: ‘He’s Off the Grid’
The Yankees are honoring their all-time greats this weekend, but the celebration will fall short of a Gardy Party. Former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner did not respond to the team’s invitation to its annual Old Timers’ Day celebration on Sunday, August 25, a spokesperson for the team told The Athletic. The spokesperson also […]
Trade Pitch Sees Rangers Deal Former 2nd-Overall Pick to Blues in Blockbuster
Kaapo Kakko inked a one-year extension with the New York Rangers this offseason, but he remains a trade candidate. One trade pitch sees the Rangers dealing him to the St. Louis Blues in a multi-player deal. The website PuckPedia has a new tool called PuckGM that lets users create their...
DeRiggi-Whitton and county police give away over 500 backpacks
Over 500 backpacks filled with school supplies were given to students at Glen Cove High School on Thursday, Aug. 22. The event was hosted by Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D – Glen Cove) and the Nassau County Police Benevolent Association, with support from Glen Cove PBA, Glen Cove Auxiliary Police Department and the City of Glen Cove Department of Public Works.
Arrest in burglary of memorabilia from St. Johns University basketball coach Rick Pitino's office
Police have arrested a man for stealing memorabilia from St. John's University basketball coach Rick Pitino's office in Queens.Emanuel Yakubov, 25, is charged with burglary and criminal trespassing.Police were still searching for a second suspect."St. John's University is grateful for the rapid response made by the NYPD and the recovery of stolen property. The safety and security of our campus community are essential, and our cooperative relationship with law enforcement helps ensure that," St. John's Spokesperson Brian Browne said.A basketball and bullhorn, worth about $375, a ceremonial sword and other items were taken during the Tuesday afternoon break-in on Goethals...
Phones to be locked up at Poughkeepsie Middle School this year
POUGHKEEPSIE – Last school year, the Poughkeepsie High School began using Yondr pouches to isolate student cell phones during the day, with great success. Beginning in September, Poughkeepsie Middle School students will no longer have their phones with them during the day. “With their cell phones locked away through...
Party City set to return by end of year to Ridgeway Center in Stamford: 'A good fit'
STAMFORD — Party City, a seller of party supplies and costumes, is set to return by the end of this year to Ridgeway Shopping Center in Stamford, where it closed a store about a year ago. Party City is expected to open its new store at Ridgeway Center by...
A little red cottage told a long family story, until the river washed it all away
Dennis and Carol Bradshaw hosted countless dinners and family parties in their small red cottage and barn with a patio on the Halfway River in Sandy Hook, where children swam and fished for trout. The half-acre-property has been in Carol’s family for about a century and she inherited it from her uncle 55-years ago. The couple got married there. Paige Wagner, remembers the photo of her grandparents celebrating in their kitchen with a Carvel ice cream cake.
Early morning search of Newton Avenue house documents overcrowded, unsafe conditions, Riverhead supervisor says
A long investigation into alleged overcrowded conditions at a house on Newton Avenue came to a head this week with the execution of a search warrant and the authorization of a lawsuit in State Supreme Court. Town police and code enforcement officers executed a search warrant at about 6 a.m....
Beware! This Email Scam Is Hitting New York Again
DO NOT BE SCAMMED! There is an email scam making its way through New York State again and even the most aware New Yorker can be fooled. Warning - If you receive an email with the subject line Traffic Citation it's most likely a scam! I received this exact email earlier this year and immediately contacted the New York State Police. This is what they had to say.
Chilly August in New York? Whiteface Feels Like Winter’s Already Here!
You think it's cool for August in New York? It feels like winter has already started at the peak of Whiteface Mountain. As the temperatures drop for a few days, making it feel more like fall in New York, the weather at Whiteface is an entirely different story. Many of...
Hudson Valley Towns Benefit from $30 Million in Federal Grants for Water Infrastructure
The Hudson Valley region is set to receive a substantial boost in its efforts to enhance water quality and infrastructure, thanks to $30 million in grants from the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). This funding, part of a broader $265 million investment by the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC), will support 30 communities across the state in tackling critical issues with their drinking water systems.
New Legislation in New York Will Add Holiday Cheer
Just in time for Leaf Peeper season, Apple Picker weekends, and the Holidays the Governor of New York has signed landmark legislation that will benefit New York's small craft manufactures of spirits, ciders, and meads. Now when you discover a small batch at a distillery or brewery in New York you will be able to ship to your friends and yourself.
Highest Work Zone Speeding Ticket in New York This Year
You won't believe the highest speed recorded in a work zone this year. Slow down! Especially in work zones. The radar cameras on New York roads through the Automated Work Zone Speed Enforcement program have captured several speeders. But one driver was caught going faster than anyone else this year.
New York: Watch Out for These Dancing Insects – They Hurt!
This summer, New Yorkers may come across a curious sight: thousands of white fluffy insects dancing on local beech trees. While these tiny dancers (check out how they shake it in the video below) may look fun, their name, as well as their painful defense mechanism, are no joke. Dancing...
New York DMV Launches New User Friendly Website
The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles has announced the launch of a new and improved website designed to be more user-friendly regarding customer service. If you've ever had to deal with the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYSDMV) website in the past you are well aware that oftentimes it wasn't the easiest website to find what you were looking for and sometimes the customer service would be what some would call "lacking".
$646 Million Investment to Transform New York’s Health Care Workforce
Paving the Way for Future Health Care Professionals. New York has announced a transformative initiative for its health care sector, allocating up to $646 million over the next three years to the Career Pathways Training (CPT) Program. This program, supported by Workforce Investment Organizations (WIOs) such as 1199SEIU Training and Employment Funds, Iroquois Healthcare Association, and the Finger Lakes Performing Provider System, aims to recruit and train thousands of new health, mental health, and social care workers. This investment will address critical workforce shortages and enhance career advancement opportunities for existing professionals across the state.
New York State Fair using reverse ATMs
GEDDES, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — We’ve got an important reminder for fairgoers…it’s cashless. That includes parking. The cash flow at the fair is low and now you know. “We have our reverse ATMS here at the main gate. We have two of them. What people can do is with the minimum of $10 cash, they can put their money in,” said Julie LaFave, New York State Fair Director.
New York Goodwill Wil Not Accept These 10 Items
STUFFED ANIMALS - No stuffed animals, infant toys or games. HELMETS - Goodwill New York will not accept motorcycle or bicycle helmets. BEDS - No beds and mattresses, including bed frames and futons. - Goodwill New York will not accept your old treadmill or elliptical. MEDICAL DEVICES - Goodwill New...
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