Northeast power grid upgrades on schedule
A 90-mile upgrade to the regional power grid that will run through Northeast Queens when construction begins later this year now has route alternatives that bypass many residential streets and Bell Boulevard south of 26th Avenue. The new preferred route for the Propel NY Energy project was presented to Community...
Rounds of rain impacting Tri-State Area all day, but warmup coming
Periods of rain will move through the New York area Thursday, but spring temperatures are on the way for the weekend.
Long Island man finally claims pre-Christmas $1M Powerball prize
Months later, his Christmas came early. A Long Island man claimed a $1 million Powerball prize after matching the first five numbers in the Dec. 22 drawing, New York Lottery officials announced on Thursday. Thomas Rey Tse of Valley Stream happily received a lump sum this week of $651,000 after...
Walgreens workers will wear bodycams in some NYC stores but shoppers don’t want to...
Walgreens will equip employees with body cameras in an apparent first in the city — but “Big Brother” weary New Yorkers say they don’t want to be pharma seen. The pharmacy store giant — which also owns Duane Reade — kicked off a pilot program it said is aimed at promoting the “safety of both customers and team...
Bill could allow NYC bars, restaurants to serve alcohol outside this summer for FIFA...
NEW YORK - One state assemblymember is sponsoring a bill that would allow some New York bars and restaurants to serve alcohol outdoors this summer in anticipation of the FIFA World Cup. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 01: FIFA World Cup Trophy on display during the official Trophy Tour...
James reminds New Yorkers of SNAP work requirements
As new federal work requirements for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients take effect in New York, New York Attorney General Letitia James reminded New Yorkers of the SNAP requirements. “SNAP is a vital safety net that helps millions of New Yorkers put food on the table,” James said. “The...
Customers mourn closure of iconic but controversial restaurant: ‘An era ends’
Hooters, the casual dining chain known best for its skimpy outfits, is trying its hardest to make a more palatable comeback. Still, closures for the chain persist. The New York Post reports that the last Hooters in New York City shut its doors for good last week. The closing of the Fresh Meadows, Queens, location...
Mamdani moves toward universal child care promise
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani (D) and New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) on Tuesday announced plans to offer 2,000 free child care spots to 2-year-olds, taking the first step toward achieving the mayor’s campaign promise of universal child care. The program will launch this fall, offering free spots to toddlers in...
Clock Spring Forward 2026: New York Homeowners Alert — Clocks Jump Ahead in New...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. New York, NY – Clocks across New York will jump ahead one hour at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 8, marking the start of daylight saving time and triggering a yearly reminder for homeowners to complete critical...
Warmer weather is coming to NYC, with highs possibly reaching the 60s
People walking on the street are reflected in melted snow the day after a winter storm in New York on Feb. 24, 2026. After a rainy stretch later this week, forecasters say a weekend warm-up could bring the city its first real taste of spring. [ more › ]
