Why the Head of One of New York’s Most Elite Schools Quit - New York news - NewsLocker (2024)

The leader of Collegiate School in Manhattan stepped down after an internal report found “problems of religious and cultural bias.”

Troy man charged in Albany shooting that killed man, injured teen

Police arrested a 21-year-old Troy man in connection with a shooting that killed one and injured two others last week in Albany.

Albany County Legislature puts $3 million toward Central Warehouse demolition

The county’s lawmakers on Monday passed a resolution to set aside American Recovery Plan Act funds for razing of the Albany eyesore.

Upstate restaurants shut out of James Beard Awards

ChrisMauricio of Harana Market and Mel the Bakery were finalists. Also: Chemistry Wine Bar is coming to Catskill and the Hudson Valley Food Truck Festival returns this weekend.

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SEEN: New York Capital District Renaissance Festival

Were you Seen at the 10th Annual New York Capital District Renaissance Festival on June 8-9, 2024, at Indian Ladder Farms in Altamont?

Bánh by Lauren Offers Pandan Coffee Cakes, Fried Sesame Balls and More

Veerays will serve tandoori food, Son del North has Northern Mexico-style burritos and more restaurant news.

Cuomo releases opening statement before congressional subcommittee

Former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo, who is testifying Tuesday in a closed-door hearing before acongressional subcommittee probing New York’s handling of thecoronavirus pandemic.

Albany fire lieutenant arrested by FBI for allegedly sharing child p*rnography

An Albany fire lieutenant was taken into custody Friday.

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Espey Mfg. increases dividend, inks new deal with CEO

Espey Mfg. & Electronics increased its quarterly dividend to 20 cents per share.

Troopers say Adirondacks gunfire is not evidence of active shooter

State Police say troopers were called after someone opened fire on a vehicle in the town of Jay. Two "males" were seen carrying firearms before the Monday incident.

Mondaire Jones defends Latimer endorsem*nt, slams critics in interview

The ex-Congressman angered progressives by endorsing Westchester County Executive George Latimer over former ally U.S. Rep. Jamaal Bowman in a primary for their views on Israel.

SEEN: Woofstock 2024, a benefit for the Animal Protective Foundation

Were you Seen at the third annualWoofstock — a music festival and walk and run to benefit the Animal Protective Foundation — on June 2, 2024, at Mohawk Harbor in Schenectady?

Proposed subdivision in Clifton Park's rural corridor raises concerns

Proposed subdivision in Clifton Park’s rural corridor raises concerns of breaking up open space between homes.

N.Y. cannabis board expected to formally adopt final homegrown rules

N.Y.'s Cannabis Control Board is expected to formally adopt rules on Tuesday that will allow anyone 21 or older to cultivate their own marijuana plants.

Churchill: On congestion pricing, Hochul was mostly right

Detractors are missing one large point— congestion pricing is wildly unpopular.

4 arrested after probe into absentee ballots in 2019 Bridgeport, Conn. mayoral primary: official

Four campaign workers who were involved in the 2019 Bridgeport Democratic mayoral primary are accused of the misuse of absentee ballots and have been charged, according to the Chief State’s Attorney. Chief State’s Attorney Patrick J. Griffin said Alfredo Castillo, 52; Wanda Geter-Pataky, 67; Nilsa Heredia, 61; and Josephine Edmonds, 62, all of Bridgeport, have been charged with unlawful possession...

In letter, Gabby Petito asked boyfriend who later killed her to stop calling her names, FBI documents show

Among the hundreds of pages released in the case of the woman murdered by Brian Laundrie is a letter in which she asked him to stop calling her names.

Pamela Smart now says she accepts responsibility for her husband's 1990 killing

Pamela Smart, who is serving life in prison for plotting with her teenage student to have her husband killed in 1990, accepted full responsibility for his death for the first time in a videotaped statement released Tuesday as part of her latest sentence reduction request.

Why NYC Audubon Changed Its Name

The birding group has rebranded as NYC Bird Alliance because of John James Audubon’s connections to slavery.

How an N.Y.C. Couple Turned a Cabin in the Woods Into Their Rustic Escape

It didn’t help that it was straight out of ‘Twin Peaks’: ‘Wood on wood on wood, in a very terrifying way.’ But now it’s bright and airy.

JetBlue is bringing service to Long Island this fall — and tickets are on sale now

You can soon fly direct from Long Island to Florida on JetBlue. JetBlue announced Tuesday it will launch service for the first time from Long Island’s MacArthur Airport, bolstering its service in the region, with tickets on sale immediately Starting in October, JetBlue will begin offering flights from MacArthur to Orlando International Airport, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and Palm Beach...

Human remains found at Long Island construction site

Nassau County police are investigating after human remains were discovered at a construction site on Long Island The remains were found Monday afternoon at a work site at 92 Fairhaven Boulevard in Woodbury, according to police. Police received a 911 call for possible human remains and when officers arrived and dug into the ground, they saw skeletal remains, police said....

Someone in NJ strikes it rich, hits $223M Powerball jackpot. Check your numbers

New Jerseyans, check your Powerball ticket because you might be waking up Tuesday a new mega millionaire.

Only jackpot-winning Powerball ticket in $223M draw sold in NJ. Check your numbers

New Jerseyans, check your Powerball ticket because you might be waking up Tuesday a new mega millionaire if you buy your lottery tickets in South Jersey.

‘Fire literally shooting out': NJ apartments blaze leaves dozens out of homes

Residents grabbed their loved ones, pets and anything else they could grab as flames tore through their New Jersey apartment building Monday night.

Chilling video shows stranger put 26-year-old woman in chokehold in NYC sidewalk attack

Authorities are looking for a 45-year-old man they say was caught on video grabbing a 26-year-old woman from behind as she walked down a Bronx street and violently taking her to the ground, where he tried to rape her. The woman was walking near Vireo Avenue and East 235th Street around 1:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 25, when cops say...

Chilling video shows man put 26-year-old woman in chokehold in NYC sidewalk attack

Authorities are looking for a 45-year-old man they say was caught on video grabbing a 26-year-old woman from behind as she walked down a Bronx street and violently taking her to the ground, where he tried to rape her. The woman was walking near Vireo Avenue and East 235th Street around 1:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 25, when cops say...

In the rough: Felony convictions could cost Trump liquor licenses at 3 NJ golf courses

New Jersey’s attorney general’s office is looking into whether Donald Trump’s recent felony convictions in New York make him ineligible to hold liquor licenses at his three New Jersey golf courses.

M.T.A.’s Goal Now: Make Sure ‘System Doesn’t Fall Apart’

Janno Lieber said the Metropolitan Transportation Authority was reining in its ambitions after Gov. Kathy Hochul moved to halt congestion pricing.

M.T.A. Will Push to Run Subway Safely With Toll Plan Halted, Chief Says

Janno Lieber said the Metropolitan Transportation Authority was reining in its ambitions after Gov. Kathy Hochul moved to halt congestion pricing.