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One of America’s Top Art Festivals Returns: Westhampton Beach Festival of the Arts Set for Aug. 31 & Sept. 1
The Westhampton Beach Festival of the Arts, recognized as one of the top art festivals in the United States, returns for its 16th year, transforming the Great Lawn on Main Street (across from St. Mark’s Episcopal Church) into a spectacular outdoor gallery of fine arts and crafts on Saturday, August 31 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, September 1 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. This premier event, free to the public, promises a weekend of artistic inspiration and discovery.
Tanger Outlets Riverhead Celebrates Families with Back-to-School Bash and Donation Drive, Aug. 31
Tanger Outlets Riverhead invites shoppers to kick off the start of the school season in style with its Back-to-School Bash on Saturday, Aug. 31 from noon – 3 p.m. While shopping the latest looks and best deals from top brands including Nike, Crocs, J.Crew and Gap, families can celebrate with an array of fun-filled activities, games, giveaways and more.
Riverhead Sues Southampton Over Riverside Sewer District
As threatened earlier this year, Riverhead Town has filed a lawsuit against Southampton Town alleging Southampton’s environmental review of its newly adopted sewer district for Riverside was inadequate and a violation of the 2021 Green Amendment to the New York State Constitution, which pledges that “each person shall have a right to clean air and water, and a healthful environment.
Man dies after dispute leads to stabbing on Bronx subway
A man has died after being stabbed on the subway in the Bronx.It happened on a northbound 2 train at 149th Street and 3rd Avenue just before 3:30 p.m. Saturday. Police say the two men got into a verbal dispute and took out a knife and stabbed the other man in the chest.The 33-year-old victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in extremely critical condition and was later pronounced dead.The 36-year-old suspect was taken into custody.Ali Hoeite was trapped on the same 2 train on Saturday afternoon with other frightened passengers as the two men fought.Hoeite says the man who ended...
Recall issued for these popsicles usually sold from ice cream trucks, at concession stands
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Approximately 137,000 cases of single-serve Popsicle Jolly Rancher Frozen Confection Pop products are being recalled by Unilever in the U.S., according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The products, marked for individual sale, are being recalled as they may contain milk, an unlisted...
End Of An Era: Iconic Long Island Diner Closing
Some of our favorite Long Island nights end at diners. Some of our favorite breakfast have been served at Long Island diners. We’ve had endless cups of coffee, hours of conversations, even celebrated holidays or “sick days” from school or work at Long Island diners. So when...
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 Walmart Makes Major Change To Self-Checkout
After an increase in thefts, a New York Walmart has made a massive change to its self-checkout lanes. Customers at one Walmart will be limited when it comes to using self-checkouts. Do You To Show Your Receipt At Walmart In New York?. If a Walmart exit greeter asks you for...
Record Breaking Lottery Jackpot Up For Grabs In New York
This week might be the week you want to try your luck with the lottery here in New York State. This Friday's Mega Millions jackpot is a record-breaking one for New York State residents. The current jackpot is up to $527 million dollars would make it the largest lottery jackpot ever won by a New York State resident.
What Happens When a Bus Stalls in Upstate New York Flood Waters?
Numerous bus passengers had to deal with a nightmare after the bus they were riding on attempted to drive through a flooded road in upstate New York on Monday. Earlier this week many parts of Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York were all hit hard by a ton of rain leading to many flooded roads. Things got so bad in parts of Connecticut that officials had to declare a state of emergency while first responders attempted to rescue many from flash-flooded roads.
Very Warm And Very Wet Fall Predicted For New York
Fall in New York might feel a lot like the summer. New Yorkers are told to prepare for a wet and warm fall. The late Summer season has been nicknamed "Summer-ween." This is when the calendar still says summer, but stores are in Fall or Halloween mode. Stores like Michaels...
Metal Found In Massive Amount Of Chicken Nuggets, Tenders Sold In New York
A very popular food company is recalling nearly 170,000 pounds of chicken nuggets and chicken tenders. Perdue Foods is recalling 167,171 pounds of frozen chicken nuggets and tenders. Perdue Voluntarily Recalls Frozen Breaded Chicken Breasts and Tenders Products for Foreign Material. The company says chicken in these packages (see photos...
Wonderful weather for the last full August weekend
Saturday August 24, 2024 — A slight increase in mid to upper level clouds this afternoon has made blue skies a touch hazy, but under approaching high pressure, conditions have remained mainly dry. The lone exception has been down Route 104 west towards Niagara and Erie Counties where a few showers have popped over the course of the middle of the afternoon. The showers will weaken as it runs into drier air to the east, possibly just clipping parts of Monroe County.
Big Scoop: Ice Cream Giant Plans $425M New York Expansion
Trucking companies can anticipate new opportunities as Wells Enterprises invests $425 million to expand its New York plant. Wells, headquartered in Le Mars, Iowa, produces more than 200 million gallons of ice cream annually and distributes products in all 50 states. . To subscribe to Transport Topics, visit: https://pages.ttnews.com/tt-subscribe.html.
Knicks reportedly discussed trade for Jazz big man
The New York Knicks have been one of the most active teams of the 2024 NBA offseason, with their blockbuster trade for Mikal Bridges at the center of the action. They've also been linked to numerous players in potential trade rumors, and the latest report signals their interest in Utah Jazz former first-round pick Walker Kessler.According to Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus, the Knicks and Jazz had a "stalled conversation" around a potential deal for Kessler."Per multiple sources, Utah has discussed Kessler previously in trade, including a stalled conversation with the New York Knicks." Pincus wrote.It's an interesting tidbit, and Kessler,...
NYPD: 3 men in their 20s injured in University Heights shooting
NYPD detectives say three men were injured after an argument resulted in a shooting Saturday evening in University Heights. Police on scene told News 12 a group of men in their mid to late 20s got into a heated argument around 5:30 p.m. outside on Andrews Avenue. The argument escalated...
Flames shoot up in the air near Pier 83 in Hell's Kitchen
Flames shot up more than 20 feet into the air in Hell's Kitchen.Firefighters were called to the fire on W. 44th Street near 11th and 12th Avenues near Pier 83 on Saturday just after 4 p.m.There is no word yet on what caused the fire.The fire was extinguished and no injuries were reported.ALSO READ | From Tel Aviv to New York City, NYPD confronts threat of drone attacksJosh Einiger reports on a detective who is the eyes and ears of the NYPD in Israel.----------* Get Eyewitness News Delivered * More Manhattan news* Send us a news tip* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts * Follow us on YouTube Submit a tip or story idea to Eyewitness NewsHave a breaking news tip or an idea for a story we should cover? Send it to Eyewitness News using the form below. If attaching a video or photo, terms of use apply.
Brooklyn book launch canceled over ‘Zionist’ moderator is rescheduled for next week
(New York Jewish Week) — An event at a Brooklyn bookstore that was canceled because an employee objected to its “Zionist” moderator, causing widespread backlash, has been rescheduled for a different location next week. The event for “Tablets Shattered,” a new book on American Jewish life by journalist Joshua Leifer, will take place on Monday...
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