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Man sentenced for possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute in Sussex County
NEWTON, NJ (Sussex County) – A Hudson County man was sentenced for possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, according to Acting Sussex County Prosecutor Carolyn Murray. Jerome Cherry, 57, of Jersey City was sentenced on Aug. 22 before the Honorable Michael C. Gaus, J.S.C. at the Sussex County...
Attorneys for Buffalo Diocese discussed statewide settlement in May
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Attorneys for the Buffalo Diocese are in discussions about joining the seven other dioceses across New York for a statewide settlement to hundreds of priest sex abuse cases. According to court documents and people closely related to the church’s bankruptcy filing, the pool of money from which the settlement could be […]
Tech take down #10 FSU in a thriller in Dublin
DUBLIN, Ireland- Georgia Tech has played a lot of thrilling games under head coach Brent Key. Still, on Saturday in Ireland, the Jackets had the full attention of college football as they played a top-10 Florida State team winning on a last-minute 44-yard field goal by veteran kicker Aidan Birr. Tech became one of five teams in the last 40 years to beat a top-10 team in a season opener. Tech stunned college football with the 24-21 win.
Sean Paul to headline free concert in Queens
QUEENS, N.Y. (PIX11) – Jamaican dancehall superstar Sean Paul is headlining a free concert in Queens Saturday evening. The concert will be held at at 5 p.m. at Roy Wilkins Park in St. Albans. Lloyd, Carl Thomas, Mr. Cheeks, and Funk Flex will also be performing. The event is part of the Rise Up NYC […]
Arrest in burglary of memorabilia from St. Johns University basketball coach Rick Pitino's office
Police have arrested a man for stealing memorabilia from St. John's University basketball coach Rick Pitino's office in Queens.Emanuel Yakubov, 25, is charged with burglary and criminal trespassing.Police were still searching for a second suspect."St. John's University is grateful for the rapid response made by the NYPD and the recovery of stolen property. The safety and security of our campus community are essential, and our cooperative relationship with law enforcement helps ensure that," St. John's Spokesperson Brian Browne said.A basketball and bullhorn, worth about $375, a ceremonial sword and other items were taken during the Tuesday afternoon break-in on Goethals...
Hundreds of affordable housing units avaible in Brooklyn with outdoor space
NEW YORK (PIX11)– Brooklyn has plenty of affordable housing units with outdoor space, according to the Housing Connect website, which lists New York City’s affordable housing lotteries. “NYC Housing Connect is your portal to find and apply for affordable rental and homeownership opportunities across the five boroughs of New York City,” read the affordable housing […]
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...
André 3000 Performs New Blue Sun Live in Brooklyn, Additional Show Added
The Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) has added an additional performance date to André 3000’s New Blue Sun Live In Concert as part of the Next Wave 2024 season due to overwhelming demand. The new date has been added on Saturday, October 26, 2024, featuring GRAMMY-winning multi-instrumentalist, singer, and songwriter Meshell Ndegeocello as the special guest opener.
Celebrate Brownsville's New Mural With A Community BBQ
The New York Foundling invites Brownsville community members to join in the celebration of their new mural this Friday. Residents of its Brownsville Vital Brookdale supportive housing complex, community members and local leaders are welcome to mark the importance of the painting as a celebration of community. Colors of My...
Register Now for the Brooklyn Caribbean Literary Festival
The countdown to the 2024 Brooklyn Caribbean Literary Festival (BCLF) has begun! Take part in the dynamic literary festival from September 5th to 8th for four unforgettable days of books and stories. Attendees are encouraged to book their spots now for in demand events. The festival will spotlight Professor Sir...
Gotham FC marks NWSL return with a superb win against Portland
On a beautiful Saturday afternoon, NJ/NY Gotham FC resumed the NWSL season with a game against Portland Thorns FC. This comes after an impressive summer thus far, for the Bats secured medals at the Summer Olympics and will play in the finals of the NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup.
Emerging Artists Theatre’s Spark Theatre Festival NYC Returns from Monday, September 9 to Sunday, September 29 at The Chain Theatre
Emerging Artists Theatre’s (EAT) bi-annual Spark Theatre Festival NYC, running from Monday, September 9 to Sunday, September 29 at The Chain Theatre will present over 60 workshop presentations during the 3-week run, including new musicals, dance, solo shows, sketch comedy, drag/burlesque,and plays. Award-winning EAT, now in its 32nd year...
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...
Poughquag's Micah Beaudoin gets fifth in baton twirling world championships in Sweden
The nerves, and a bit of uneasiness, began creeping in during warmups when Micah Beaudoin gazed over at the competition. “I saw so many amazing twirlers doing hard tricks,” she admitted, “I got a little worried.” It wasn’t an unfamiliar feeling, or an unreasonable one, given the stage. ...
Ellen DeGeneres Finally Opens Up After Career Imploded Over 'Toxic Bully' Claims: 'I Got Canceled for Being Mean!'
She wasted no time addressing the elephant in the room. RadarOnline.com can reveal Ellen DeGeneres has opened up about her Hollywood downfall for the first time since she was "canceled" from the industry over allegations of fostering a toxic workplace.The comedian, during her standup show at Radio City Music Hall on August 1, said: "I got kicked out of show business because I'm mean!"Eventually, they're going to kick me out again for being old!"But no subject was off-limits at DeGeneres' show in New York City earlier this month, and one attendee described the former TV host's event as part "redemption...
NYC public hospital doctors ordered to shorten appointments to see more patients
The directive comes as the average wait time for a new patient to get a primary care appointment at NYC Health + Hospitals increases dramatically Doctors at the city’s public health system are being asked to cut appointment times from 40 minutes to 20 minutes starting this fall as wait times for primary care grows. [ more › ]
Family mourns after mother's burned body found in Highbridge Park
NEW YORK - The family of Marcia Recarey is grappling with her loss after her severely burned body was discovered in Highbridge Park last week. Recarey's daughters, Leonela and GenNesys Peralta, have set up a memorial with candles, a teddy bear and framed photographs in the park to honor their mother's life.
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