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Zohran Mamdani declares victory in NYC’s Democratic mayoral primary as Cuomo concedes
NEW YORK (AP) — Zohran Mamdani declared victory in New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary Tuesday night after Andrew Cuomo conceded the race in a stunning upset, as the young, progressive upstart who was virtually unknown when the contest began built a substantial lead over the more experienced but scandal-scarred former governor.Though the race’s ultimate…
2 year old left in car during heat wave
A Patchogue man was arrested after he left his 2 year old son in a car while he went shopping at Walmart during Tuesday’s heat wave. Suffolk police said the child was in the car unattended for about 20 minutes in the parking lot of the Walmart at the Centereach Mall when the temperature was…
Matt Martin retires, leaving the NHL with just a few visor-less players
By STEPHEN WHYNO AP Hockey WriterMatt Martin announced his retirement Tuesday after 16 NHL seasons, all but two with the New York Islanders, a departure that leaves the league with only a few players who take the ice without a visor.Martin was one of just five holdovers in the league who played without a visor…
Ceasefire status is unclear after Israel reports continued missiles from Iran
By The Associated Press Israel warned its public to take shelter after detecting missile launches from Iran early Tuesday. The launches came after 4 a.m. local time in Tehran, the time Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran would stop its attacks if Israel ended their airstrikes. U.S. President Donald Trump said on social media…
Some candidates focus on blocking Cuomo’s path a day before NYC’s mayoral primary
NEW YORK (AP) — Their chances of becoming the next mayor of New York City may have dimmed. Their mission now? Stopping former Gov. Andrew Cuomo from getting to City Hall.In the final day of campaigning before the city’s Democratic primary, candidates who are seen as long shots to win the nomination were urging voters…
New York governor seeks to build the state’s first new nuclear power plant in decades
NEW YORK (AP) — New York’s governor on Monday proposed the construction of the state’s first new nuclear power plant in decades.Gov. Kathy Hochul directed the state’s power authority to develop an advanced, “zero-emission” facility in upstate New York that she hopes will help create a clean, reliable and affordable electric grid for the state.She…
Thunder beat Pacers for NBA title
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander walked off the court for the final time this season, collapsed into the arms of coach Mark Daigneault and finally smiled.It was over.The climb is complete. The rebuild is done. The Oklahoma City Thunder are champions.The best team all season was the best team at the end, bringing the…
MTA’s Finance Committee has approved a $2.3 billion plan to purchase 316 brand new M9A train cars
The MTA approved a $2.3 billion contract to design and manufacture 316 of the new rail cars — 160 for the LIRR and 156 for sister-railroad Metro-North. The new trains will replace the 100 M3 trains from the 80’s that are still in service on the LIRR. The new M9A train cars would be put…
State Education Department denies Massapequa request for mascot ban extension
The NY State Education Department has denied a request by the Massapequa school district for an extension to comply with the Native American mascots ban. State officials say nothing has been done to eliminate the use of its ‘Chiefs’ name and the District has said that it has no intention of complying with the ban.
What to know about the conflict between Israel and Iran, and the US intervention
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — The United States inserted itself into Israel’s war against Iran, bombing three of the Islamic Republic’s key nuclear sites overnight. U.S. President Donald Trump asserted that the sites were “completely and fully obliterated,” and warned there would be additional strikes if Iran retaliates.The U.S. strikes came after a week of open…
Work begins on the Empire Wind project
Work has begun on lay the foundations for the Empire Wind project off Long Islands South Shore. The wind-power turbines are being built 14 miles off the coast of Long Beach. Hundreds of crew members and more than a dozen ships are working to prepare the seabed with a rock layer to stabilize the 54…
Driver killed after crashing into Manhasset Quaker meeting house
An unidentified driver died after crashing into the historic Quaker Meeting House in Manhasset early on Thursday morning. Police say the car struck the building at a high speed, and erupting into flames. Local fire departments responded to the scene to extinguish the fire. Damage was done to the meeting house that was built in…