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When is the first day of school for NYC schools next academic year? The last day? The calendar is out. Day 1 is Thursday, Sept. 10. The first days off, those associated with the Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur, come a few weeks later (Rosh Hashanah is over a weekend this year). Vacation schedules are set.

Looking for the best ski resorts near NYC? Each of these wintertime spots is a driveable distance from the city—and while the slopes are a major draw, those who are more in it for the “après” part will find plenty to love, too.

A 1-in-100-year hurricane event in New York City could cost insurers more than $100 billion, according to an analysis by Karen Clark & Co (KCC). And a 1-in-250-year hurricane could cost insurers twice as much, the catastrophe modeler says. While New York does not face the same natural catastrophe exposure...

For some 18-34, leaving the nest hasn't been an option, given the financial struggles of the last few years.

A serious crash on the Garden State Parkway leads to a Hillside officer's conviction for vehicular homicide, taking the lives of a devoted Maryland couple.

Chronic absenteeism improved in hundreds of school districts across New York during the 2024-2025 school year, according to state data. Chronic absenteeism among elementary and middle school students improved in 333 districts statewide last year. It was flat in 15 and worse in 317. Among high school students, absenteeism improved...

Former Lyndhurst Police Chief Richard Jarvis Jr.’s ties to his community run deep: His grandfather was also chief of police, and his father is now in his third term as a township commissioner. For his part, Jarvis dedicated 25 years to his hometown’s police force, including seven at the...

Polce say Edgar Spence was sitting in his wheelchair, when a bullet meant for somebody else hit him in the stomach

From Slots to Full Casino: Resorts World Expansion Set to Transform NYC Gaming. New York City is set to get its first casino offering live table games. Resorts World New York City will open the new gaming floor on April 28. The expansion will introduce games like blackjack, roulette and...

A former New York City police officer who was sentenced to three to nine years in prison for fatally throwing a cooler at a fleeing suspect walked out of prison Monday after being granted bail while he appeals his conviction. Erik Duran, 38, was released from custody at the Elmira...