Cherished Staten Island priest set to join Archbishop Ronald Hicks as a key aide.
New Role for Staten Island Pastor A well-liked pastor from Staten Island’s high school scene has been named the secretary to incoming Archbishop Ronald Hicks. Father John McCarthy, who has served as chaplain and teacher at St. Joseph-by-the-Sea, received this appointment from Cardinal Timothy Dolan as he wraps up his tenure before retirement, the school […]
Zohran Mamdani’s directive to limit solitary confinement at Rikers Island in New York City
New York City Mayor Takes Charge of Prison Reform Mayor Zoran Mamdani has taken significant steps to address issues within New York City’s prison system, particularly following his predecessor’s actions regarding solitary confinement. His latest executive order directs prison officials to implement a 2024 city law designed to ban certain controversial practices. This law faced […]
UAE’s exit leaves 600 tourists stranded on Yemen’s Socotra island
About 600 tourists find themselves stuck on Socotra Island due to halted air traffic linked to ongoing conflict in Yemen. This situation arose after the United Arab Emirates (UAE) withdrew its forces from Saudi Arabia last week, leading to logistical complications that left vacationers stranded. Flight operations have paused due to changes in the management […]
Long Island son killed his deli-owning parents by slitting their throats after being thrown out of their home, according to authorities.
Tragic Incident in Long Island A Long Island man is accused of killing his parents after they allegedly removed him from their home due to inappropriate behavior with his younger sister at the family deli. During police questioning, he reportedly stated, “the Lord made me kill them.” Vito D’Ambrosio, 30, faces charges in Nassau County […]
Staten Island shows increased interest in secession following Mamdani’s visit.
Secession Discussions Rise Among Staten Islanders Staten Islanders are reigniting their discussions about secession, feeling skeptical of the promises made by newly sworn-in Mayor Mamdani for their often overlooked borough. Mamdani, a democratic socialist, tried to connect with the community during his visit in mid-December, but his presence appears only to have fueled unrest in […]
Firefighters save dog from icy pond in Rhode Island
Firefighters Rescue Golden Retriever from Icy Pond In a courageous effort early on New Year’s Day, firefighters in Rhode Island rushed to save a golden retriever named Phoenix, who had fallen through thin ice into a frozen pond during a morning walk with his owner. The dramatic scene played out at Little Massachaug Pond, and […]
Baby Jesus taken from Long Island nativity scene as local authorities show compassion toward the immoral thief
Don’t steal, right? A statue of baby Jesus has been taken from a nativity display outside a government building on Long Island, prompting Suffolk County authorities to seek the return of the statue with an unusual offer of leniency. They aim to send a message: “Long Live the Virgin Mary.” County Executive Ed Romaine and […]
Peter Schwartz from Long Island presents WFAN’s last ‘sports update’
WFAN’s Peter Schwartz Gives Final Sports Update In a recent moment of change at WFAN, veteran broadcaster Peter Schwartz delivered his last sports update, marking a significant milestone for the station that has held a prominent place in sports media for decades. Reflecting on the evolution of sports broadcasting, Schwartz, who joined WFAN in 2009, […]
Thousands brave freezing temperatures for the 2026 Coney Island polar plunge: ‘It’s amazing’
Embrace the chilly outdoors, as the cold air welcomes you home! On Thursday, a crowd of thrill-seekers braved the biting 27-degree weather to welcome the new year with a thrilling plunge at Coney Island’s annual polar plunge. Many swimmers described the icy dip as a refreshing mental cleanse. This year’s event marked the coldest plunge […]
Man charged with uncommon first-degree murder in death of cherished CVS employee from Long Island
First-Degree Murder Charge in CVS Employee’s Death The individual accused of fatally stabbing Edison Cine, a well-liked CVS worker in Long Island on Christmas Day, is now facing a felony first-degree murder charge. John Piraccio, 43, had his initial second-degree murder charge elevated to this more severe charge on Wednesday. This type of charge is […]