Hospital’s response to deadly explosion on Staten Island earns official ‘thank you’ from NYC
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — After a 2-alarm fire and explosion last month in Mariners Harbor killed one person and injured 40 others, city officials are crediting a local hospital’s “clinical excellence” in treating the wounded and staving off additional casualties. On Thursday, Richmond University Medical Center...
After facing life’s darkest moments, this Staten Islander became a beacon for others
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – Twice in his life, Edward Kahmann has found himself face-to-face with tragedy. As a child, he witnessed his childhood apartment catch fire in 1997. Years later, in 2013, while working as a key lead at PacSun at Westfield Garden State Plaza in Paramus, New Jersey, he found himself in the middle of
Heatwave with high humidity coming for Pennsylvania New York & also severe storm risks
Quick Shot of Dry Cooler Air Ahead of Another Heatwave. Lately the pattern has been for a couple of days of reasonable temperatures followed by a couple of days of hot temperatures above 90 degrees and the humidity which is well contained. Not any more folks as we head for some steamy conditions later this week and int
Flight Headed to Spain Diverted After Passenger’s Alleged ‘Bomb’ Joke
A flight from Newark to Spain turned back after a passenger’s Bluetooth device named 'Bomb' prompted safety fears, showcasing how one prank can disrupt many travelers’ plans.
Fire Tears Through Montclair Clothing Shop, Prompts Evacuation of Apartments
A fire tore through a first-floor women’s clothing store, prompting the evacuation of the three-story building in Montclair on Monday morning, according to witnesses and authorities. Deputy Fire Chief Michael Lizza said firefighters responded to Nouvelle Boutique, 629 Valley Road, shortly after 7:30 a.m. No injuries ha
New Jersey Has A Sausage Shop From 1946 So Authentic It Feels Like A...
Let me describe a smell for you. Smoked paprika, garlic, sizzling butter, and something old world that hits you before you even open the door. This place has been doing things the same way since 1946. Same recipes. Same care. Same twinkle in the eyes behind the counter. You walk...
Prayer takes over protests at Delaney Hall. ‘God will intervene.’
A group of church leaders from the Newark Interfaith Alliance prayed for Delaney Hall detainees, and protesters, during a vigil Sunday evening. At around 7:30 p.m., pastors and other faith leaders from churches around Newark walked down Doremus Avenue, praying and calling out for the immigration facility to be closed,
Large tree crashes down on Little Falls home, destroying parts of house and cars
Gail and Ed Sliker say the tree destroyed their vehicles, including a motorcycle, and damaged their garage, sunroom and shed.
NJ Transit’s Tip For Commuting During The World Cup, Jersey City’s Boulevard Drinks Battles...
A sign at Jersey City’s Journal Square PATH Station. (Adrienne J. Romero / SOC Images) Don’t get caught in World Cup traffic—listen to NJ Transit’s traveling tips and more in this news roundup. Limited Spots Available For This North Bergen Kids Summer Camp. North Bergen Mayor...
Summer Sneak Attack: Steamy Heat Spike To Sizzle New York City
New York City started Monday, June 8, 2026, under gray skies and cool air in the low 60s, about 63°F. The clouds are expected to break by midmorning, with sunshine helping to nudge afternoon readings to around 74°F. After that, things turn noticeably hotter, with humidity building by midweek and a sharp heat surge on t
