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Outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease on Upper East Side grows to 23 cases

Outbreak of Legionnaires' disease on Upper East Side grows to 23 cases

There are warnings of a potential outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, and health professionals emphasize that early identification of symptoms could be crucial—it may mean the difference between a swift recovery and severe complications, particularly for those at higher risk. Health officials in New York City are advising anyone who has […]

What is Legionnaires’ disease? Viral outbreak affects Upper East Side

What is Legionnaires' disease? Viral outbreak affects Upper East Side

Visitors to Central Park on the Upper East Side are being advised to be vigilant for symptoms of Legionnaires’ disease, which has been reported in several locations and can be life-threatening. As of Sunday, 14 individuals have been diagnosed with this pneumonia-like illness at Carnegie Hall and in Yorkville, a significant increase from just two […]

Outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease on the Upper East Side of NYC rises to 14 cases

Outbreak of Legionnaires' disease on the Upper East Side of NYC rises to 14 cases

Health officials in New York City confirmed on Sunday that there’s an outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Currently, 14 individuals have been reported as infected. The affected zip codes—10028, 10128, and 10075—include areas like Yorkville and Carnegie Hill. At least one of those who contracted the disease is connected […]

Footage captures seaplane following rough landing in New York City’s East River

Footage captures seaplane following rough landing in New York City's East River

Seaplane Crash in New York City’s East River Firefighters acted swiftly to rescue eight individuals after a seaplane made a rough landing in New York City’s East River on Sunday afternoon, near the seaplane terminal. This incident occurred around noon, and the New York City Fire Department responded after receiving reports of a plane in […]

Rep. Nick LaLota intensifies threats to cut federal funding for East Hampton due to new laws restricting local cooperation with ICE

Rep. Nick LaLota intensifies threats to cut federal funding for East Hampton due to new laws restricting local cooperation with ICE

Long Island Congressman Nick LaRota is intensifying his stance against East Hampton’s sanctuary laws, suggesting he might withhold federal funding for infrastructure if local governments don’t repeal them. Last month, LaRota put nearly $9 million in community project funds requested by East Hampton on hold after the city enacted two bills, initiated by Latino advocacy […]