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Newark, NJ
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$160M Newark Airport Station Project Will Cut Commutes For Locals
A groundbreaking $160 million project is underway in Newark, and local commuters could be the biggest winners. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey kicked off construction Friday, June 13 on a new entry point to the Newark Liberty International Airport Train Station, which serves AirTrain Newark, Amtrak, and NJ TRANSIT. Officials say the expansion will dramatically improve transit access for residents of Newark’s South Ward and North Elizabeth — communities that have long been cut off from efficient airport transportation. Right now, locals face bus rides of up to 40 minutes just t…
National Interest
ICE Reportedly Set To Send Tactical Units To More Blue Cities, Including NYC As Protests Spread
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is reportedly preparing to deploy tactical teams to five more cities led by Democratic officials as protests against the agency's actions spread nationwide, according to a new report. The ICE units, called Special Response Teams (SRTs) and known for their use of BearCat tracked vehicles and long guns, have been involved in high-risk operations, NBC News reported on Wednesday, June 11, citing sources. The SRTs were last deployed in Los Angeles, where their presence is believed to have stoked the flames of public unrest before 2,000 members of the…
National Interest
‘Orgasmic Meditation’ Gurus Forced Women Into Sex Work, NY Jury finds
A sexual wellness empire built on promises of “orgasmic meditation” has collapsed under the weight of a damning federal jury verdict. Nicole Daedone, founder and former CEO of the controversial company OneTaste, and her former head of sales Rachel Cherwitz were convicted in Brooklyn federal court Monday, June 9, of forced labor conspiracy after a five-week trial exposing a dark web of manipulation, exploitation, and abuse. The pair used promises of sexual empowerment to lure vulnerable women into what ultimately became a high-control environment rife with psychological, financial, and sexua…
Mineola, NY
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Grand Central Fire: 3 Firefighters, Civilian Injured In Incident Causing
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Several people were injured after a fire broke out at Grand Central Station, triggering a wave of delays for Long Island Rail Road riders Tuesday, June 10. The New York City Fire Department responded to reports of smoke in the basement of Grand Central Terminal at around 8:30 a.m. and the call was quickly upgraded to a second alarm, the agency stated on X. In an update hours later, FDNY Commissioner Robert Tucker said the fire broke out in an electrical panel located deep in the basement, at the 300 level tracks of the LIRR. Around 8:15 Tuesday morning, FDNY units responded to a 2nd a…
National Interest
Sports Shocker: Knicks Fire Head Coach Tom Thibodeau After Best Postseason Run In 25 Years
In a move that has sent shockwaves throughout the sports world, the New York Knicks have fired head coach Tom Thibodeau after he led the team to their best postseason run in 25 years. The Knicks fell to the Indiana Pacers four games to two in the Eastern Conference finals, marking the first time they were one series away from the NBA finals since 2000. They also lost to the Pacers that year. Thibodeau has been the Knicks’ coach for five years. The team's 23 playoff wins the last three seasons are third in the NBA behind only the Boston Celtics and Denver Nuggets. When he took ov…
National Interest
Memorial Day Travel Expected To Break 20-Year Record
More Americans are planning trips for Memorial Day weekend, with a new forecast suggesting this year could set a new benchmark for holiday travel. AAA projects more than 45 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home during the five-day holiday stretch, making it the busiest Memorial Day weekend for domestic travel since 2005. That year, 44 million people took trips. This year’s forecast includes an estimated 39.4 million people expected to hit the road. Driving remains the preferred travel method for Memorial Day, with roughly 87 percent choosing to travel by car. Lower-t…
Hackensack, NJ
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Portnoy’s 9.2 Score Sends NYC Slice Joint Into Full Meltdown: 'You Ruined My Spot'
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy has reviewed hundreds of slices — but when he walked out of Ceres Pizza in Manhattan this week, he looked stunned. “This is as good of a slice as you could have,” he said outside of the 164 Mott St. shop. “Just about the best single slice I’ve ever had.” And that wasn't even the official review yet. Portnoy gave the shop's cheese pie a 9.2 — one of the highest scores ever handed out in his One Bite series. “I can’t remember the last time I gave out a 9,” he said. Ceres was launched by chefs Jake Serebnick and Julian Geldmacher, both formerly of Eleven…
National Interest
Greedy For Tate McRae? Her 2025 Tour Is Headed Your Way
She’s already danced across your screen and sung her way into your playlists—now she’s coming for your city. Tate McRae is set to light up arenas across the Northeast this summer with her “Miss Possessive Tour,” and fans are already racing to score seats. Tickets are available now via StubHub, Ticketmaster, and Vivid Seats. McRae, the Calgary-born singer, first made headlines as a teenage finalist on So You Think You Can Dance. But it was her raw, relatable songwriting and smoky vocals that made her a global name. Her 2020 breakout hit, “you broke me first,” cemented her as a Gen Z force, a…
Armonk, NY
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Get Your Tickets Now For Knicks vs. Celtics At MSG—Feel The Rivalry Live!
The New York Knicks have reignited their historic rivalry with the Boston Celtics in the 2025 NBA Eastern Conference Semifinals. After a thrilling overtime win in Game 1, the Knicks hold a 1-0 lead over the Celtics heading into Game 2 in Boston on Wednesday, May 7. Jalen Brunson led the comeback with 29 points and clutch threes, helping erase a 20-point deficit. The series then heads to Madison Square Garden for Games 3 and 4 on Saturday, May 10, and Monday, May 12, where fans can experience the electric playoff energy and watch Brunson lead the charge. Tickets are going …
Kearny, NJ
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Portal Bridge Signal Issue Causes Major NJ Transit Delays
A signal issue at the Amtrak-operated Portal Bridge caused major NJ Transit delays into and out of New York Penn Station during the Monday evening commute, the agency said. The issue was first reported around 5:30 p.m. on May 5, with NJ Transit warning of delays up to 20 minutes. As the evening rush continued, delays stretched to 60 minutes, stranding passengers systemwide. By 10 p.m., the agency said trains were still running with delays up to 15 minutes. Frustrated riders took to social media to vent. “This is absolutely RIDICULOUS! Been sitting on the tracks not moving for an HOUR!” one…
Greenwich, CT
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9/11 Responder, Retired Greenwich Firefighter Has Big Plans After Winning $500K In CT Lottery
A retired firefighter and 9/11 responder plans to take a well-earned vacation with his wife after landing a $500,000 jackpot playing the CT Lottery. Patrick Gordiski struck it rich playing the '$500,000 CA$HWORD' game, which challenges players to complete crossword-style puzzles. Fittingly, it was the letter V, the final piece in spelling "victory," that clinched him the grand prize. He bought the ticket at Byram Smoke Shop on Mill Street in Greenwich. The store will get a $5,000 bonus for the sale. Gordiski was a member of the Greenwich Fire Department for nearl…
Allentown, PA
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3 Killed In Fiery Crash On Route 309 In Lehigh County: Coroner
A teen from New York and two Pennsylvania residents were killed in a violent two-car crash on Route 309, state police in Lehigh County announced on Monday, May 5. The collision happened around 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 4, near Gun Club Road in Lynn Township, Pennsylvania State Police from the Fogelsville barracks said. A 2013 Hyundai Accent, driven by a 54-year-old Allentown woman, was heading northbound when she crossed into the southbound lanes and struck a 2021 Jeep Compass driven by a 30-year-old woman from Fountain Hill, according to PSP. The Hyundai carried three occupants. Vannity Co…
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