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What happened to Modell's? Ex-CEO launches new website after Knicks' fans' pleas
Modell’s, the iconic sporting goods store founded in NYC that went out of business in 2020, is making a comeback. Sort of. Former CEO Mitchell Modell announced on Monday a return to retail for his namesake store, at least on a small scale. He said he was moved by the high demand for affordable Knicks gear and all the social…
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First weekday World Cup match in NY/NJ poses nightmare commute threat: What to know
If you plan to commute to or from New York and New Jersey on Tuesday, be prepared for a potential nightmare. Although the day marks the second match played at NY/NJ Stadium during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, it’s the first match scheduled during the work week. France is set to face Senegal at 3 p.m. — potentially setting off…
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Gov. Sherrill announces 770 free World Cup tix for New Jersey residents
New Jersey is following the footsteps of New York City ahead of the world’s biggest sport event. Gov. Mikie Sherrill announced that 770 free tickets will be available for New Jersey communities to FIFA World Cup events at New York / New Jersey Stadium. Sherrill along with USMNT legend, the former pro player and New Jersey native Tony Meola, made…
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Newark mayor urges governor to 'empower' AG to ‘immediately investigate Delaney Hall'
For days, the Delaney Hall detention facility has been a flashpoint between protesters and ICE agents, over reports of inhumane living conditions inside the facility — something the federal government deny. Another clash happened Sunday with the confrontation becoming so tense Sunday that some protestors were pepper-sprayed after throwing water bottles at ice agents. Early Monday morning protestors chanted, held…
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LIRR track fire repairs hinder commutes through Friday evening
A track fire in New York Penn Station forced a number of LIRR trains to either be canceled or be diverted to Grand Central Station through Thursday evening, the FDNY said. According to the fire department, a call was received after 11 a.m. reporting a fire. Dozens of firefighters responded to the scene and were able to extinguish the flames…
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Track fire halts LIRR service at NY Penn Station; impacts possible through Friday morning
A track fire in New York Penn Station forced a number of LIRR trains to either be canceled or be diverted to Grand Central Station through Thursday evening, the FDNY said. According to the fire department, a call was received after 11 a.m. reporting a fire. Dozens of firefighters responded to the scene and were able to extinguish the flames…
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‘A grand experiment': Mamdani shares new details on NYC's first city-owned grocery stores
What’s affordable, healthy, and consumed all over? Groceries from your local city-owned supermarket. Mayor Zohran Mamdani is generating some buzz this week with his announcement that New York City is gearing up to open its first batch. Joined by a number of city officials, Mamdani on Monday shared the first site the city selected to house one of its...
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Former New Jersey Assemblyman Alberto Coutinho killed in Newark crash
Former New Jersey Assemblyman Alberto Coutinho was killed Sunday in a car crash in Newark, the Essex County Prosecutor and Newark Public Safety director said. The 56-year-old served in the state legislature for more than five years. Authorities say the crash happened at McCarter Highway and South Street around 7:30 a.m. in the Ironbound section of the city. Sen. Cory…
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Non-tenured NYU professors reach tentative agreement to end strike
Nearly 1,000 NYU professors and staff went on strike Monday, demanding fair contracts from the university. The professors are all non-tenure, but teach a quarter of the university’s classes, teach full-time and are represented by CFU-UAW. “While we shoulder so much of the university’s core work, decisions about our jobs and working conditions have long been made without us;...
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LaGuardia crash aftermath: Check flight delays, cancellations at tri-state airports
Severe storms could make their way to the tri-state area Thursday which could bring with them a risk of flooding. Severe weather can impact travel conditions. That can mean flight changes at major tri-state area airports. If you are traveling, it is important to not only check weather updates but also the status of your flight directly with the airline…
