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Major Funding Boost for Water Infrastructure: Westfield and 29 Other Communities Benefit
(WNY News Now) – New York – New York’s water infrastructure received a significant boost as the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC) Board of Directors approved $265 million in financial assistance for critical water infrastructure projects across the state. This includes $30 million in federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) grants for lead service line inventories in 30 communities, including the Village of Westfield.
NJ trails legal cannabis states when it comes to this missing piece
TRENTON — Over two years since recreational use sales launched, New Jersey is nearly alone as a state to legalize marijuana while not allowing any home cultivation, in any case. As of August 2024, there were 24 states that have legalized recreational cannabis. Personal cultivation was also allowed in...
NYC West Indian Day Parade: Guide to the Labor Day Weekend Celebrations
The West Indian American Day Parade, now in its 57th year, is a vibrant celebration of Caribbean culture, music, and heritage that has become a staple in NYC. This annual event was brought to life by Caribbean immigrants who sought to recreate the joyous and expressive festivities from their homelands in their new community. The […] The post NYC West Indian Day Parade: Guide to the Labor Day Weekend Celebrations appeared first on Documented.
Southeast Queens celebrates back-to-school with block party and backpack giveaway hosted by Council Member Nantasha Williams
Sign up for our QNS email newsletter to get news, updates, and local insights delivered straight to your inbox!. Southeast Queens’ second annual Back-to-School Block Party and Backpack Giveaway brought together hundreds of community members on Sunday, Aug. 25. The event, hosted by Council Member Nantasha Williams in partnership...
Hofstra Welcomes Providence Thursday Night
Hempstead, NY - The Hofstra University men's soccer team, which is receiving votes in the current United Soccer Coaches Poll, returns home Thursday night for a 7 p.m. matchup against Providence at Hofstra Soccer Stadium. The game will be streamed live on FloFC with live statistics also available. An audio-only broadcast will air live on WRHU-FM (88.7). Links for all can be found above or on the men's soccer schedule page of GoHofstra.com.
JFK AirTrain effectively free to ride as Port Authority bungles OMNY rollout
Open turnstiles at JFK airport allow commuters to go between the subway and Airtrain free of charge. Savvy transit riders said they’ve been able to skirt the fare for the pricey people mover since October, when the agency installed OMNY tap-to-pay readers at select turnstiles. [ more › ]
Red Lobster to close more locations, including two additional sites in NY. Find out where
Three months after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Red Lobster is set to close 23 additional locations nationwide. These closures bring the total number of shut-down restaurants to at least 129 across the U.S. The new closures include three locations each in Florida, Illinois, and Virginia; two in Minnesota and New York; and...
La Fête Carnival! Annual West Indian Day Parade to start in Crown Heights on Monday
CROWN HEIGHTS — THE ANNUAL WEST INDIAN DAY PARADE will return to Crown Heights on Monday, Sept. 2. The parade is a component of Carnival celebrations, which also include SOCAFEST on Aug. 30, a vibrant live-music celebration of the Caribbean diaspora, the Youth Fest/Junior Carnival Parade, and the Brooklyn Panorama competition, one of the largest steelpan drum competitions in the world. The West Indian Day Parade is a beloved local tradition. Carnival events tickets and times can be found on the West Indian American Carnival Day Association’s social media (@newyorkcarnival on Instagram).
Troy Ave Released From Prison After Serving Six Months
Troy Ave is a free man after spending six months in prison. The Brooklyn, N.Y. rapper announced his freedom from behind bars in a post on Instagram on Monday (Aug. 26). In the post, which can be seen below, Troy is posted up outside Rikers Island Correctional Facility in The Bronx. He stands in front of a red Lamborghini Urus and holding a large bag a cash in one hand. He captioned the post, "Ya Boi Home."
Mayhem Announce 40th Anniversary North American Shows
Mayhem will be celebrating their 40th anniversary during some November North American shows. According to a press release, the concerts will be “a once-in-a-lifetime experience for fans, featuring a setlist that spans their illustrious career, from their groundbreaking debut album, ‘Deathcrush,’ to present day.” Here’s the dates:
Controversial Brooklyn goldfish puddle has apparently been destroyed
Nuisance or neighborhood beautification project? The debate appears to be moot at this point. The controversy stems from the so-called "Bed-Stuy Goldfish Pond," a sidewalk puddle near a leaky hydrant in Brooklyn where someone kept dumping fish in an effort to turn the hole into a sort of street aquarium.
Pet-friendly affordable housing lottery opens along Gowanus Canal in Brooklyn
BROOKLYN, N.Y. (PIX11) – A pet-friendly affordable housing lottery (with large dogs allowed) has opened up along the Gowanus Canal in Brooklyn, according to a listing on NYC Housing Connect. Amenities include in-unit washers, dryers and dishwashers, air conditioning, garages and covered parking, a dog park, a gym, a yoga and dance studio, a patio […]
No. 17 Hofstra begins season with scoreless draw against Fordham
The Hofstra University men’s soccer team opened their 2024 season with a 0-0 draw against Fordham University at Hofstra Soccer Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 22. “It was a back-and-forth game,” said Hofstra head coach Richard Nuttall. “We didn’t really get the ball down and [kept] playing in the last 20. We panicked a little bit. Early season game, a lot of good pieces. We’ve got a lot to learn from.”
More Than 200 Artists Selected for Brooklyn Museum's Group Show
The Brooklyn Museum on Monday announced the selection of more than two hundred artists for the Brooklyn Artists Exhibition, which will open on the occasion of the museum’s 200th anniversary. The extensive group show, on view between October 4 and January 26, 2025, highlights the creativity and diversity of...
Emergency Declaration Issued For More Counties In New York State
New York State issued another "Disaster Emergency." Over the weekend, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul today signed an executive order declaring a "Disaster Emergency" for Suffolk County, New York. "Disaster Emergency" On Long Island, New York. The "Disaster Emergency" comes after "record rainfall" fell on the Long Island County on...
Gowanus residents, advocates press state and feds to cleanup toxic fumes amid rapid development
There's been a lot of development at Gowanus, but advocates say it's still highly toxic. Gowanus has seen rapid change and development in the last few years, but a century's worth of pollution is still causing problems. [ more › ]
Hofstra field hockey seeks revival in 2024 under new leadership
Following their ninth straight losing season, the Hofstra University field hockey team is looking to change the narrative in 2024. The Pride went 6-12 overall and only won a single conference game in 2023. Now with a more veteran lineup and Hillary Fitts as the new head coach, the Pride hopes to make strides to improve.
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