Author: amNewYork
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Juan Soto rumors: Carlos Beltran says Mets going ‘full blast’ for free-agent star
FILE PHOTO: Jul 14, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Juan Soto (22) prepares to bat during the first inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: James A. Pittman-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo Carlos Beltran confirms what most of the baseball world already knows: The New York Mets…
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Brooklyn man accused of murdering father at luxury Irish hotel • Brooklyn Paper
A Brooklyn man, Henry McGowan, 30, of Carroll Gardens, has been charged with the murder of his father, John McGowan, 60, whose body was found at the Ballyfin Demesne luxury hotel in Ireland earlier this week. Getty Images A Brooklyn man has been accused of murdering his father, whose body was discovered at a luxury…
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Nets’ new jerseys are a nod to Brooklyn and collaborator KAWS’ artistic legacy • Brooklyn Paper
The Brooklyn Nets have debuted this season’s Nike NBA City Edition uniform, as seen on guard Cam Thomas. Photos courtesy of Brooklyn Nets The Brooklyn Nets unveiled their 2024-25 Nike NBA City Edition uniform on Thursday, marking the second collaboration with Brooklyn artist KAWS and underscoring the team’s commitment to supporting local designers. To celebrate…
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Southeast Queens residents rally against City of Yes rezoning, urge officials to vote no – QNS
A group of Southeast Queens residents and civic leaders rallied together with a clear message for their elected officials: vote no on the City of Yes rezoning proposal. The homeowners and community organizers gathered at the corner of Sutphin Boulevard and 112 Avenue on Saturday, Nov. 2. Many locals held placards that said, “Just Say…
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FDNY contains Inwood Hill Park wildfire after battling intense flames, treacherous terrain
NYC Parks Enforcement officers at the scene of Inwood Hill Park wildfire on Nov. 14, 2024. Photo by Susan De Vries The FDNY has contained a wildfire that ravaged a section of Inwood Hill Park in upper Manhattan on Wednesday. Firefighters immediately rushed to the 197-acre park on the northern tip of Manhattan to put…
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Two New York City bakers to compete on new Food Network show ‘Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking’
A new competition baking show on Food Network is bringing the magic of Harry Potter to a grand scale. “Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking” is a larger-than-life new baking show that fully immerses contestants in the Harry Potter universe. Hosted by James and Oliver Phelps (who play Fred and George Weasley in the movie franchise),…
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2024 NFL Week 11 odds: Jets favored over Colts while Eagles, Commanders headlines rivalry week
Nov 10, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) passes the ball as Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Patrick Queen (6) defends during the first half at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images Week 11 appears to be rivalry week in the NFL as four key divisional matchups and one of the AFC’s…
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Local artist brings public art project, “Pulse of NY,” to the Bronx and beyond
If you walk anywhere in the city between now and March, you may spot Westchester-based artist Cherie Corso’s interactive public art project — and don’t be surprised when she invites you to step on it. For her project, “Pulse of NY,” Corso invites people to walk across a five-by-five-foot painted canvas. If they’re willing to…
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Bronx hit hardest as FDNY battles record brush fires amid historic drought – Bronx Times
A two alarm brush fire scorched two acres of Prospect Park on November 8. Courtesy of Prospect Park Alliance Amid a historic drought, the Fire Department of New York City (FDNY) has reported an unprecedented spike in brush fires across the city, with the Bronx bearing the brunt of the blazes. Between Oct. 29 and…
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NYPD teams up with Big Ocean, K-Pop first hard-of-hearing act for surprise visit to Bronx school for deaf children
NYPD teamed up with K-Pop boy band Big Ocean Tuesday to surprise students at St. Joseph’s School for the Deaf to empower children living with impairments. Big Ocean are K-Pop’s first hard-of-hearing act who have dedicated themselves to sharing their story of resilience while also spreading awareness on hearing impairments and breaking through barriers. After…