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Long Island home struck by lightning amid downpours over NY
BAY SHORE, N.Y. (PIX11) — A Long Island homeowner managed to survive a direct lightning strike on his home on Friday, according to fire officials in Bay Shore. The owner of the home on Burnett Avenue called 911 just before 7:30 a.m., saying that it had been struck by lightning, the Bay Shore fire chief […]
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A New Beginning for NYCHA Residents at Twin Parks East
For years, Monica Morales has been visiting the home of Queen McFarlane, Tenant Association President of Twin Parks East in the Bronx, fighting alongside residents for something so basic, heat and hot water. Queen and her beloved cat, Muster, once had to wear coats inside their apartment just to stay warm during the winter. But […]
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Thousands gather at Steppingstone Park for Great Neck Park District’s Harvest Festival
Steppingstone Park came alive on Sunday as the Great Neck Park District welcomed an estimated 6,000-plus visitors throughout the afternoon and evening for its Harvest Festival and Family Fireworks Celebration, bringing together families, friends, and neighbors for one of the community’s most memorable celebrations of the season. This year’s festivities held special significance as the spectacular fireworks display commemorated the Great Neck Park District’s 110th anniversary, marking more than a century of service, recreation, and community connection.
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Permits filed for 74-unit residential building in Jamaica
Permits have been filed for the construction of a 14-story residential building with 74 housing units at 143-24 94th Ave. in Jamaica. The proposed building would be 145 feet tall and span 42,463 square feet of space. With an average unit scope of 573 square feet, the 74 apartments will most likely be rentals. In addition to the housing units, the property would also have a rear yard 66 feet in length.
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Bronx baby expo connects families with free supplies and parenting support
MOTT HAVEN, The Bronx (PIX11) — Families picked up free diapers, wipes and baby supplies Friday at a baby expo in Mott Haven designed to support the whole family, connecting parents with health providers and early childhood resources. Organized by Brilla Public Charter Schools, the event at Brilla College Prep Elementary brought supplies and guidance […]
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NYCHA Health Corps gets $1M investment from Kalshi to train residents in public health
THE BRONX, N.Y. (PIX11) — Tina grew up in NYCHA. Now, she’s helping care for the community that raised her. She is a member of the NYCHA Health Corps, a program receiving a $1 million investment to help residents gain public health experience while serving their neighbors. Kalshi, a prediction market company, announced the four-year […]
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Mineola honors auxiliary members for 50 years of service
Mayor Paul Pereira praised the women, who joined the organization in 1976, and acknowledged the families who supported their commitment to serving the community. “When I look at the two young ladies that we’re recognizing this evening for 50 years of service, you know, those are two names that resonate throughout the village of Mineola,” Pereira said.