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Tupac Shakur murder suspect ‘Keefe D’ allegedly went undercover to implicate Diddy
As the attempt to find the killer of 2Pac continues in court, new evidence has surfaced which suggests the primary suspect, Duane ‘Keefe D’ Davis, purposefully went undercover to implicate Bad Boy founder Diddy in the murder. In a recent legal file, prosecutors claim to have evidence that...
Men’s Soccer Welcomes 2024 Recruiting Class
BRONX, N.Y. – With the start of the 2024 season less than one month away, Fordham Men's Soccer Head Coach Carlo Acquista has announced a number roster additions to round out his team for the upcoming campaign. In addition to the six newcomers that joined the Rams for the...
9 injured, dozens of flights canceled or delayed after fire breaks out at JFK Airport in New York
Nine people suffered minor injuries and dozens of flights were impacted after a small fire broke out at JFK Airport in New York on Wednesday morning.The fire broke out on an escalator in Concourse C and spewed smoke through Terminal 8 around 7:15 a.m.About 960 people were evacuated from the area and taken to another part of the terminal. Nine people were injured -- all with minor smoke inhalation -- and four were taken to the hospital to be checked out.The FDNY ventilated the terminal and it was cleared to reopen.American Airlines, which occupies the terminal, said three American Eagle regional departures were canceled as a result of the fire, out of 89 total American flights scheduled to depart from Kennedy on Wednesday.The airport suggests checking with your carrier before traveling.The exact cause of the fire is under investigation.
Libraries, like ice cream, aren’t just for children
Mark Parham (left) helps Westchester Avenue resident Paul Brown sign his 3-year-old daughter Arya up for the Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library’s summer reading program at an ice cream social on Tuesday, July 23. The event, hosted by the Village of Rye Brook, was a way to show employees appreciation and to garner interest in the library’s vast array of programs for all ages. (David Tapia/Westmore News)
Crawford hills are alive with sound of talent
With the von Trapp children scared by a storm, Maria (played by Port Chester’s Sophia Berlingo) gathers them around to sing their concerns away during a rehearsal for “The Sound of Music” on Tuesday, July 23, with the Port Chester Council for the Arts’ summer theater program. (Sarah Wolpoff/Westmore News)
Pelham Swimmer Kate Douglass Goes for the Gold at Paris Olympics
Westchester Olympic watchers can include Pelham super swimmer Kate Douglass as someone to root for as she embarks on her quest for gold in Paris. At the age of 15, Kate qualified for the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trails in the 50 free, 100 and 200 breast, and 200 IM.
North Salem Superintendent Put On Administrative Leave
The North Salem Central School District announced on Wednesday, July 24, that Superintendent Duncan Wilson had been placed on administrative leave. In his place, Adam VanDerStuyf was named Acting Superintendent on Monday, July 22, according to the school board. VanDerStuyf, who has been with the district since 2015, has held...
ALERT! This Nasty Virus Is Back New York State
Officials in portions of New York State are reporting that there has been an uptick in the amount of confirmed cases of a nasty virus. The summer is here and most people are spending time outdoors. Whether it is a backyard picnic, or camping and hiking, there are so many fun things to do when summer hits the Empire State. However, there are some dangers that you need to be aware of.
NY weather update: Beach hazards statement issued for New York until early Friday
An updated beach hazards statement was issued by the National Weather Service on Thursday at 10:25 a.m. in effect until Friday at midnight for Monroe, Wayne, Cayuga and Jefferson counties. The weather service adds to expect, "Strong currents and dangerous swimming conditions." "Strong currents and dangerous swimming conditions," explains the...
Increased Risk of Isolated “Severe” Thunderstorms in Central New York
The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for Wednesday, July 24. Residents should be aware there could be hail, torrential downpours, and damaging winds whipping up this afternoon and evening. Areas that should be currently on alert include Oneida, Onondaga, Otsego, Madison, and Cortland County. Watch out...
Clarkstown Police Hosts Free Car Seat Check Event on Sunday July 28th
The Clarkstown Police Department is offering a free car seat check service on Sunday, July 28th, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Nanuet FD Substation located at 11 Renee Ln., Bardonia. Parents and caregivers can ensure their child safety seats are properly installed by scheduling an appointment online...
Notable projects that have been killed in New York
Sometimes issues can live or die with a decision from one influential person. That was recently highlighted by Gov. Kathy Hochul’s halt to congestion pricing, but it’s not just governors who have that power. Politicians at all levels and even politically engaged citizens can almost single-handedly bring down projects that would have otherwise moved forward. Here are a few key New York City projects and the individuals who killed them.
"MAGA dictatorship or American democracy": Experts warn of "chaos" and "corruption" if Trump wins
Legal experts, political advisors and scholars from across the political spectrum are warning that a second term for Donald Trump could mean effectively ending democracy in America, a threat they say calls for voters putting aside their policy differences to defeat the threat of autocracy in November. The warning came...
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