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NY to require gas-free new buildings
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — New York state is banning natural gas stoves and furnaces in most new buildings, a policy that’s part of a national movement aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The law negotiated by Gov. Kathy Hochul and her fellow Democrats in the Legislature is part of the state budget and puts New…
Devils blank Rangers in Game 7, face Canes in second round
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — The New Jersey Devils surprised a lot of hockey experts this past season in going from an NHL also-ran to one of the top teams in the league. The Devils unleashed another stunner to open the playoffs against their river-rival New York Rangers — 22-year-old Swiss goaltender Akira Schmid. Schmid rebounded…
Students suffer minor injuries in school bus accident
13 students were taken to a hospital after a pickup truck struck a school bus Monday afternoon outside Meadowbrook Elementary School.All injuries to students are believed to be minor and most were taken to the hospital as a precaution.The driver of the pickup truck had to be cut out of the truck. He also suffered…
Suffolk County’s special counsels on cyber security meets on Monday
The Suffolk County’s special counsels on cyber security met for the first time on Monday to probe the cyberattack in September.The meeting of the Cyber Intrusion Investigation Committee says the attack impacted 500,000 people, with hackers gaining access to driver’s license and Social Security information through the county clerk’s network.The next meeting will be held on…
National Grid proposes rate increases
National Grid has filed a proposed rate increases with the New York State Public Service Commission. The proposal calls for rates to go up 17.2% for residents in New York City and 16.3% on Long Island.National Grid says the rate hikes are needed so the company can afford to meet federal and state climate requirements,…
Game 7 of Rangers vs Devils is the last of NHL’s first round
(AP) Game 7 is nothing new to the New York Rangers. “It seems like we play in a lot of them, unfortunately,” veteran forward Chris Kreider said. This time, they’re happy about it and in a familiar spot against an opponent that doesn’t have the same experience. After winning at home to avoid elimination, the…
Construction begins at JFK
The Port Authority is warning travelers to be prepared for gridlock near JFK airport, as it’s $19 billion renovation gets underway.Phase one is expected to be completed in 2026. Construction is already underway, but the project will swing into full gear today. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan, File)
Construction begins at JFK
The Port Authority is warning travelers to be prepared for gridlock near JFK airport, as it’s $19 billion renovation gets underway.Phase one is expected to be completed in 2026. Construction is already underway, but the project will swing into full gear today. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan, File)
Budget Deal Would Raise NY Minimum Wage
The State Budget deal includes a raise of minimum wages.. The minimum hourly wage would rise to $17 in New York City and $16 in the rest of the state by 2026 under an agreement between Gov. Hochul and legislative leaders. That’s an increase from the current rate of $15 in the city and $14.20…
Butler, Heat start 2nd round with 108-101 win over Knicks
NEW YORK (AP) — Jimmy Butler looked his coach in the eye and said he was staying in the game, no matter how much his ankle might have hurt. The Miami Heat needed all season to turn into the team they expected, so no way Butler wants to miss a minute of it now. Butler…
Devils beat Rangers 4-0 for 3-2 series lead
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Ondrej Palat got the New Jersey Devils on the scoreboard early and they had shut down the New York Rangers the rest of the way to move one win away from advancing to the second round. It’s been quite a remarkable turnaround after the Devils had two lopsided losses in the…
Deal reached on state budget
Gov. Hochul announced Thursday that a agreement has been reached on the 2024 state budget.The budget includes bail reform laws and more than $1 billion to rebuild the state’s mental health care system, as well as a record $34.5 billion investment in state schools.Hochul’s proposal to mandate increase affordable housing will not be in the…