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Bride of victim killed in Hudson Parkway crash pleas for help to find wrong-way driver
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is offering a reward to find the wrong-way driver responsible for a crash on the Henry Hudson Parkway that killed a groom and his cousin a day before the wedding.On Tuesday, Mayor Adams described the deadly crash as a Shakespearean tragedy after he spoke to the victim's family.One victim was a groom about to get married surrounded by a loving family. The other was his cousin, and the driver who killed them fled following the crash."I had to live the tragedy," said Khadija Walker, the sister and cousin of the crash victims.Walker lost both...
Long Island rallies for young nurse battling rare cancer
A young registered nurse from Copiague who was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer earlier this summer is receiving a wave of support from the Long Island community and beyond. More than 240 donations totaling $23,000 have flooded into a GoFundMe fundraising effort for Milka Espinal, who turned 24...
Top Prize-Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Long Island Convenience Store
Are you feeling lucky?A top prize-winning TAKE 5 ticket was sold in North Merrick, at the Fast Break convenience store on Merrick Avenue, New York Lottery announced.The ticket – worth $17,145 – was sold for the Midday drawing held Monday, Aug. 26.TAKE 5 drawings are held twice daily, at 2:30 p.m. a…
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."
NYC Intervenes After Brooklyn Mirage Bans Naloxone
Brooklyn Mirage faces backlash after banning naloxone amidst broader safety concerns. Patrons have expressed fears that not enough is being done to keep them safe. Security and safety have become a growing concern for patrons of Brooklyn Mirage and its parent, Avant Gardner. Yet, seemingly out of nowhere, naloxone was banned from the venue, although it did not appear on its prohibited items list.
Wines of Georgia Announces Second Annual Grand Tasting and Masterclass Event as Georgian Wine Value Increases in US Market
The integrated communications campaign organizes its proprietary NYC event and several other trade and press activations amid category growth. New York, NY, August 27, 2024 – Wines of Georgia, the organization that represents and promotes the wines of the country of Georgia and is financed by the National Wine Agency of Georgia, which is a legal entity under the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture of Georgia and the country’s wineries, is excited to announce its second Grand Tasting and Masterclass event in New York City on September 26. The largest of the campaign’s series of trade and press activities scheduled for the 2024 program year, the event targets NY-based wine trade and media to learn more about Georgian wine through a day of immersive tasting and educational masterclass events that showcase a wide variety of wines and styles from the region. In addition to the upcoming walkaround tasting, Wines of Georgia will participate in TEXSOM as one of the conference’s largest regional sponsors, August 25-27, and host two trips to Georgia dedicated to wine professionals.
Adams offers $1K of his own money for the arrest of runaway driver
Editor’s note: The video aired on Aug. 26. WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, Manhattan (PIX11) — Law enforcement continues to search for a suspect in connection to a fatal wrong-way crash on Henry Hudson Parkway Saturday that claimed the life of a man who was supposed to get married just a day later. Kirk Walker, 38, was killed after […]
Little boy’s death sends message to Gov. Hochul to sign act to help grieving families
Three-year-old’s tragic death brings awareness to state law. Reaction is pouring in after the story of the little boy, Micah McManus died at Albany Med Pediatric ER. It’s giving lawmakers another reason to put pressure on Gov. Kathy Hochul to sign a bill that would help grieving families, like Micah’s.
What could a school smartphone ban look like in NY?
NEW YORK (PIX11) – As NYC students return to school next week, Gov. Kathy Hochul is considering a statewide school smartphone ban. Chalkbeat reporter Alex Zimmerman joins PIX11 to discuss what a possible cellphone ban could look like, how other states implement this type of ban, and potential pushback from school administration. Watch the video […]
Locals Call on Pol to Reduce Arrow Linen Rezoning, Back Fully Affordable Build
As the controversial rezoning proposal for Arrow Linen’s site in Park Slope moves through the city process, advocates for a shorter, more affordable housing development say they have found a developer willing to build one. Their vision, they say, could yield more apartments than what is currently planned by...
'New Teacher Week' begins in NYC: Mayor Adams, Chancellor Banks welcome educators
NEW YORK CITY - It may still be summer vacation for students, but it is back to business for teachers. NYC Mayor Eric Adams and Schools Chancellor David Banks helped kick off a "New Teacher Week" at LaGuardia High School on Tuesday. There were about 2,200 teachers present. Before they...
Seven Men Charged in Alleged Assault at High School Graduation Held on Hofstra University Campus
Nassau County District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly announced that seven men were charged in an alleged violent assault of two victims outside a high school graduation ceremony that took place at Hofstra University’s athletic complex in June. Isaiah Moore, 19; Devon Moore, 19; Devon Fenner, 18; Zachariah Fulton, 19;...
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