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Migrants and advocates brace for stricter rules in NYC shelters as evictions loom
Volunteer Alexia Sol assisting migrants at Metro Baptist Church in Midtown. Wednesday marks the first day adult migrants can be evicted from city shelters, with no option to extend their stay. [ more › ]
Bankrupt Rudy Giuliani slashes price on Manhattan apartment as criminal charges and debt mount
Rudy Giuliani has slashed the price of his Manhattan apartment days after he launched a coffee brand in yet another desperate bid to boost his finances as he faces bankruptcy and debt of $148m. The former New York City mayor cut the price of his Upper East Side residence, which was originally listed by Sotheby’s International Real Estate for $6.5m last summer, by $400,000 to $5.7m. The one-time advisor to former President Donald Trump pulled the listing in February. He’d previously reduced the asking price of his Gothic-style unit after only three months on the market.The pre-war apartment has...
Man charged with punching actor Steve Buscemi is held on $50,000 bond
NEW YORK (AP) — The man charged with assaulting actor Steve Buscemi on a Midtown street has been held in jail on bond in New York, prosecutors said. Police have said the 66-year-old actor — known for his roles in “Boardwalk Empire,” and “Fargo,” among other performances — was walking in Manhattan on May 8 when a stranger punched him in the face. Police arrested a man Friday in connection with the assault, three days after having released a photo of the suspect.
FBI agents pay a visit to 55th Street in West New York, details remain scarce
FBI agents paid a visit to 55th Street in West New York today, though details of the law enforcement action remain scarce at this time. Eyewitnesses, who spoke under the conditions of anonymity, indicated that upwards of two dozen FBI agents were on the scene, at times going in and out of a two-unit building at 5500 55th St., which used to host the Variety Deli on the ground floor.
Ex-Miss New York says teens who duped her with sob story in ‘Zelle scam’ are serial offenders
The ex New York beauty queen who lost $2,000 to a pair of con-kids running a Zelle scam has helped cops identify the suspects — and brushed off the ridicule she’s faced since sharing the story. Briana Siaca, 30, stopped by the NYPD’s 13th Precinct on Monday — looking Miss-New-York-sharp in blue jeans with a white sweater and black blazer — to confirm the identity of two teens caught on subway footage — who turned out to already have two open warrants out for their arrest. “There’s apparently there’s a bunch of young teenagers from New Jersey that take the PATH or...
Boonton Police Receive "Non-Credible" Calls of Explosive Device and Active Shooter
BOONTON, NJ - The Morris County Prosecutor's Office received a tip on Monday morning, through the RSVP-3 system of an alleged explosive device that had been brought into Boonton High School. Members of the Morris County Sheriff’s Office Bomb Squad, Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, and Boonton Police Department responded to the building. Boonton High School was placed on shelter in place as a precaution, said authorities. All bags were searched, and at the conclusion of the search, the shelter in place was lifted after no suspicious devices were found. Later Monday morning, around 11:18 a.m., a report was received by Boonton Police of an alleged active shooter at John Hill School. Members of Boonton Police, Mountain Lakes Police, and Montville Police responded to the school and cleared the building. The report was confirmed to be not credible, said police. The investigation for both scenes lasted approximately two hours and included the use of the Morris County Sheriff’s K9 Section. At this time, law enforcement cannot comment on whether or not the two incidents are related. Both incidents remain under investigation. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Woman stabbed to death on Manhattan street: NYPD
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, Manhattan (PIX11) — A woman died after she was stabbed multiple times on a Manhattan street Monday morning, police said. Shirley Rodriguez, 29, was stabbed in the face, neck, and shoulder outside her apartment building near West 175th Street and Haven Avenue in Washington Heights at around 5:40 a.m., according to the NYPD. […]
African-American History and Culture Parade and Festival in Montclair
MONTCLAIR, NJ — The 2024 Montclair African-American History and Culture Parade and Festival is set to take place on Saturday, June 1. This annual event, established in 2014, honors the rich heritage and significant contributions of African Americans to the Montclair community. The celebration kicks off with a vibrant parade featuring colorful floats, marching bands, and dance troupes. Each year, two distinguished individuals are selected as Grand Marshals, adding a touch of honor and reverence to the event. After the parade, the festivities continue at Nishuane Park with live performances, art exhibitions, delicious food, and activities for all...
$50K Lottery Ticket Sold At Southampton Convenience Store
A winning lottery ticket worth $50,000 was sold at a convenience store on Long Island, according to New York Lottery. The third prize-winning Powerball ticket was purchased in Southampton, at the Speedway store located at 816 County Road 39, for the drawing held on Saturday, May 18. Saturday’s winning numbers...
NYC weather: Will rain hold off through Memorial Day weekend? l Forecast
NEW YORK CITY - The unofficial start of summer in NYC is almost here!. The early forecast for Memorial Day weekend is showing some good signs for Saturday and Sunday, with little to no rain expected and mild temperatures in the upper 60s and mid-70s. But next Monday could be wet.
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