First National Bank of Long Island joins forces with ConnectOne Bank
Merger Creates Major Community Bank on Long Island The Long Island’s first national bank, founded in Glenhead, has now merged under the Connectone brand, continuing the trend towards small bank consolidations. On Sunday, the parent company of Connectone Bank and Long Island’s first national bank finalized their merger, which has now resulted in one of […]
Vikings icon Jim Marshall, known as the ‘all-time iron man,’ passes away at 87 after a long hospital stay.
Jim Marshall, a legendary figure for the Minnesota Vikings, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 87 after enduring a long hospitalization, as announced by the team. Marshall, affectionately known as “The Captain,” began his journey with the Vikings in 1961 after being traded from the Browns shortly after his rookie season. During his […]
State transportation officials decline to approve $10 land sale that could update Long Island’s busiest LIRR route
On Monday, Suffolk County officials expressed concerns that the state Department of Transportation might miss an opportunity to finalize a $10 deal aimed at electrifying the busiest Long Island Rail Road line. Suffolk County Executive Ed Romain highlighted the dual benefits the project could bring: improved commute times and a cleaner environment. He raised the […]
Long Island boaters are now using AI to catch fish and navigate through thick fog.
Innovative AI Technology Enhances Fishing Safety Colonel Eric Collins recently found himself navigating through a thick fog near the Jones Beach inlet, where about six boats were also headed towards Southport. The conditions were, in his words, quite challenging. “The fog was dense; it was terrifying,” said Collins, a fisherman and marina owner from Massapequa. […]
Twin sisters mark their 100th birthday and share advice for living a long life
A twin pair has just marked their remarkable 100th birthday, sharing the secret to their longevity—a passion for sports. Williams Casey, or Bill, along with his brother Jack, celebrated this significant milestone with friends, cakes, and drinks at their nursing home in Didcot, Oxon, earlier this year. Photos from the celebration capture the twins wearing […]
Bitcoin trader converts $1.25B long position to short as BTC value drops below $108K
Key Points: Bitcoin continues to drift further from its recent peak as trade tariffs in the U.S. impact market sentiment. Some traders suggest that BTC’s price might dip even lower while still being part of a bull market. James Wynn, a notable trader, is betting against BTC after previously closing a substantial position worth $1.25 […]
Trader James Wynn commits heavily to $1.25B Bitcoin Long
James Wynn, a notable trader in the high-lipid market, has ramped up his Bitcoin position to a staggering $1.25 billion, following a profitable exit from his $PEPE stake, which earned him $25.2 million. As reported on May 24th by Lookon Chain, Wynn has taken a position of 11,588 BTC, with an average entry price of […]
Officials in Long Island caution about a new scam that employs TikTok and AI-generated voices to mimic grandchildren and deceive seniors.
This isn’t exactly the way to reconnect with your grandmother. A deceptive scam artist is utilizing AI to mimic his grandson’s voice on TikTok, managing to deceive many out of millions through a new technological fraud that preys on vulnerable seniors. This was highlighted on Friday, as authorities revealed that the scam involves fake calls […]
Long Island softball team experiencing a memorable season as playoffs approach
Sachem North Softball Achieves Remarkable Season The Sachem North Softball team is celebrating a significant achievement, finishing their season with an impressive 15-4 record, which is their best in the league. Manager Ken Sasso remarked, “You don’t really grasp what you’ve accomplished until it’s all over. But when we clinched that 15th win and looked […]
PSE&G signs $80M agreement to manage Long Island power grid after official and wife’s hidden stocks impact bidding process
A lengthy search for a replacement for PSE&G as the manager of Long Island’s power grid concluded unexpectedly on Thursday, granting the company an annual extension of $80 million. The Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) has forged a new agreement and opted against a competitive bidding process after it was revealed that board member John […]