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Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company to Present GUYS AND DOLLS in August
Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company will present Guys and Dolls at Bellmore Showplace Friday, August 16 through Sunday, August 18, and at St. James Episcopal Church on Friday, August 23 at 8 pm and Saturday, August 24 at 8 pm. Tickets: Available for purchase at lighthousetheatrecompany.com/tickets. Cast: Joe Bebry, Jeanne Brunson,...
Recent drownings at Rockaway Beach in Queens prompt calls for change
NEW YORK - Local leaders are calling for change after two teens died of apparent drownings at Rockaway Beach in Queens recently. Teenagers Elyjha Chandler and Christian Perkins disappeared in a wave off the south shore of Queens at Jacob Riis Beach just two weeks ago. It happened just after lifeguards went off duty. Agencies spent days searching for the two teens. Two bodies were later found close by where they went missing. While Jacob Riis is a national park, in response to this tragedy and the overall spike in drownings, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards said Tuesday the city and Parks...
Check out the NY Islanders schedule for the 2024-2025 season
The New York Islanders have kicked off their 2024-2025 season with a video that’s giving infomercial in the best way possible!. More info about the New York Islanders schedule can be found here. In other hockey news, the New York Islanders have acquired Anthony Duclair. In case you’re looking...
Nurses Saves A Man Who Collapses At The ATM
An 83-year-old man in Melville, New York collapsed at the ATM and it happened to be next door to an office full of nurse practitioners! One nurse saw Daniel Greco on the floor 15 seconds after he fell and ran to get help at the office. They were able to revive him as paramedics arrived.
BP secures new temporary housing agreements for Sunnyside families displaced by 5-alarm fire in December
A breakthrough was reached just days after tenants of a Sunnyside apartment complex filed a lawsuit against their building’s landlord stemming from their displacement following a 5-alarm fire in December. Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and A&E Real Estate, the landlord, announced a plan Monday to provide 22 tenants...
Class of 2026 four-star Josh Powell talks Kansas interest, updates recruitment at CHSAA showcase
By CHARLIE PARENT NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. — Josh Powell, a four-star guard in the class of 2026, starred at this past weekend’s CHSAA June Showcase at Iona Prep, averaging around 17 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists across three games for Archbishop Molloy. Powell, who plays up an age for Wiz Kids 17U on the Adidas 3SSB circuit, brings a unique blend of physicality and perimeter scoring, excelling at getting to his spots in the mid-range game and walling off the inside on defense with his frame. “I’m a six five guard, strong, physical guard that can get to my spots,” he said. “I play a lot in the mid-range game, pulling up into my spots. And then I can shoot the ball at a high level, the so the three ball and everything, I can shoot wherever on the court. I get to the rim and I play hard. I play physical defense, I’m a dog on defense and [overall] just an all around on the three-level scorer.” Powell’s been known as a prolific scorer in his first two years of CHSAA play, but it’s the intangibles and rebounding that stuck out the most this weekend. “Everybody can score. Everybody can find somebody that can average 20 now in college,” he said. “So I have to try to do other things that separates myself from any other high school recruit. I know if I’m rebounding at a high level, just as I’m scoring, coaches will want that even more. Anytime I see the ball go up, I just crash the boards and get as many rebounds as I can.” Since the NCAA Contact Period opened up on June 15, Powell has heard from a whole host of schools, including Kansas, Miami, Mississippi State (offer), Illinois (offer), Seton Hall, UAlbany (offer), Marist (offer), Quinnipiac, Le Moyne, Kent State, George Washington and UCSB, among others. He has an unofficial visit with Seton Hall in the works, most likely for sometime within this week. Powell broke down his early options to ZAGSBLOG: Kansas: “Coach Norm Roberts called me on June 15. He was telling me how he’s seen me play out at Adidas, and he loved my game and how hard I play. He’s [Roberts] really familiar with the New York area, having coached at St. John’s and he really loves strong, New York City tough, guards. “There’s not even much to think about with a school like that. It’s a high major Blue Blood and a great school.” Seton Hall: “I talked with them for over 30 minutes after the game [Sunday]. Coach [Rasheen] Davis is a cool guy. He was telling me about the recruitment process. I know they play in the Big East with a lot of other great teams like St. John’s and UConn, so they definitely play good competition.” Miami: “I’ve spoke to coach Jim Larrañaga before but this was the first time he’s really contacted me personally. He texts me every two-or-three days. He’s cool, he’s been there [Miami] for a very long time and he used to go to Molloy too, so we always talk about that.” Mississippi State: “It’s been good. They always contact me and my AAU coach, so they’re good and I really like the [staff] they have.” Illinois: “Again, they contacted me and my AAU coach. They’re fanbase is crazy, though, they always text me on Twitter.” While high major schools are after Powell, he’s still keeping all doors open, building longstanding relationships with schools like Albany and Marist, who come to nearly all his games. In terms of securing offers from the high majors like Miami and Kansas, Powell knows he just needs to keep making the right plays and play at a high octane. “I think it’s just about continuing to play at a high level and play the right way,” he said. “I still have another year to play 17U and show these coaches that I can compete at a high level, I think that’s what will separate myself. So just doing that, keep playing my game and not forcing anything. I think I will eventually get the offers if I keep doing those things.” Follow Charlie on Twitter Follow Adam Zagoria on Twitter Follow ZAGSBLOGHoops on Instagram And Like ZAGS on Facebook.
Community Gathers To Aid Family's 'Shattered Lives' Following Elmont Man's Death
“Just a week ago, we celebrated the first birthday of our beautiful twins, but now, life has taken an unimaginable turn.”. Sanan Malik, age 28 of Elmont, was driving a motorcycle in Garden City just before 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 29 when he collided with a car. Earlier Report:...
More than 180 Dragon boat teams take to Meadow Lake to prepare for August festival
Search our comprehensive guide to things to do in Queens for more local events — or submit your own!. Approximately 180 dragon boat teams took to the waters at Flush Meadows Corona Park over the June 29/30 weekend for their first practice session of the year in preparation for the upcoming festival.
Horrifying moment 'drunk' driver kills four by smashing into NYC nail salon after drinking 18 beers
Suspected drunk driver Steven Schwally, 64, from Dix Hills, New York, allegedly told investigators that he had drunk 18 beers before driving his car at speed through the salon, killing four
Bergen County man rejects plea deal over attack of author Salman Rushdie
A Bergen County man has rejected a plea deal in the attack of author Salman Rushdie at a lecture in Chautauqua, New York in 2022, authorities stated. Hadi Matar, 26, of Fairview, was offered a plea deal by the U.S. Attorney’s office that would have covered both federal and state charges, stated a spokesperson from Chautauqua County who provided the update from District Attorney Jason Schmidt.
Longtime Firefighter, Marine, Navy Veteran From Westchester Dies: 'An Icon'
A beloved firefighter and veteran from Westchester is being remembered for his lifetime of service to others and his legendary clam-shucking skills. Rye Brook resident Raymond Nethercott, the most senior member of the Port Chester Fire Department's Washington Engine & Hose Co. #4, die…
Mets reportedly make decision on possible Pete Alonso trade
The New York Mets’ recent surge might have changed their thinking ahead of the MLB trade deadline, and it might ensure that Pete Alonso sees out the season with the team. Rival teams believe the Mets no longer have interest in trading Alonso before July 30, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today. Those teams... The post Mets reportedly make decision on possible Pete Alonso trade appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Popular Westchester seafood restaurant to close, owners 'devastated'
The 9-year-old Saltaire Oyster Bar and Fish House in Port Chester, known for its raw bar, innovative cocktails and midweek "Saltire Supper" deals (it was in my "Summer Bucket List" story), is closing July 14. Owners Beth and Les Barnes said the reason was a lease issue and that they...
Bergen County gas station attendant charged, accused of overcharging customers
A Park Ridge gas station attendant at Delta Gas was charged and accused of repeatedly overcharging customers, police said on Tuesday. Police alleged the unidentified attendant at the Kinderkamack Road Delta would manually charge more money when customers would use credit cards. When called out on the discrepancy by drivers, the attendant pretended it was a mistake and gave back the money, police said.
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