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Pedestrian killed, struck by 3 vehicles
Sayville, NY- A pedestrian was killed Sunday morning, after being struck by three vehicles. Police say it happened in Sayville on the eastbound side of Sunrise Highway Service Road, west of Lincoln Ave at approximately 12:25am. Officials say the pedestrian was in the roadway when he was first struck by a 2010 Toyota Camry, then…
New coronavirus mutant raises concerns in India and beyond
(AP)- The quickly changing coronavirus has spawned yet another super contagious omicron mutant that’s worrying scientists as it gains ground in India and pops up in numerous other countries, including the United States. Scientists say the variant, which is called BA.2.75, may be able to spread rapidly and get around immunity from vaccines and previous…
Monkeypox vaccine clinic to open on Fire Island
East Farmingdale, NY- The World Health Organization reported Thursday that monkeypox cases around the world had increased 77% in the last week. Cases of monkeypox also have continued to spread in New York, with 153 confirmed cases as of July 7th. NY Health Officials say for right now, the majority of the confirmed cases are…
Sandra Lindsay receives Presidential Medal of Freedom
WASHINGTON (AP) — Denzel Washington was the biggest celebrity name on the list of people to receive the the nation’s highest civilian honor yesterday. But he wasn’t able to pick up the Presidential Medal of Freedom in person. He missed the ceremony after testing positive for COVID-19. A White House official disclosed the reason. Biden…
State pours $255M in grants for clean water
East Farmingdale, NY- Long Island is getting millions of dollars in state funding to help clean up the water supply. New York State Governor Kathy Hochul announced Thursday, $255 million dollars in clean water infrastructure grants, adding that at least $20 million will head to Suffolk County to help replace failing cesspool systems. Read more…
High cancer rates found in Northport-East Nortport School District
East Farmingdale, NY- Health officials have confirmed the fears of some Northport-East Northport residents after a study found increased cancer rates for the community. The report found significantly higher rates of pancreatic, skin, uterine and prostate cancers. Read the full report, here. Photo: (AP Photo/Emily Dooley, File) By Brett Levine
Johnson resigns, remains UK prime minister for now
LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has resigned, acknowledging that it is “clearly the will” of his party that he should go. He stepped down immediately as leader of his Conservative Party but plans to remain as prime minister while the leadership contest is held. He said he has appointed a new Cabinet…
State issues $3.1M grant to build affordable housing in Baldwin
East Farmingdale, NY- A $3.1 million dollar grant was announced Thursday for an affordable housing development project in Nassau County. New York State Governor Kathy Hochul says the funds will be used to create 33 new affordable homes in Baldwin. The Baldwin Commons will be located about a quarter mile from the Long Island Rail…
NYC will offer monkeypox vaccine appointments next week
East Farmingdale, NY- The New York State Department of Health reported Wednesday that the number of confirmed cases of monkeypox in the state, had risen to 128. New York City currently reporting the most cases with 119, on Long Island one confirmed case in Suffolk County, five cases reported in Westchester County and the remainder…
Amazon to provide free Grubhub access for a year
(AP) — Amazon is making it easier for us to get our grub on. The online behemoth says it will give its U.S. Prime members free access to the meal delivery service Grubhub for a year. Grubhub Plus membership, usually $9.99 per month, lets customers order from thousands of restaurants with no delivery fees on…
Virtual meeting to discuss cancer rates in Northport-East Northport School District
East Farmingdale, NY- Tonight there will be a virtual public meeting to discuss cancer rates among people living in the Northport-East Northport School district. The New York State Department of Health is asking the public to join the webcast and submit questions. The meeting will be held online, information below on how to attend. What: New…
Omicron variant BA.5 dominant in NY
East Farmingdale, NY- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Tuesday that the Omicron sub-variant known as BA.5 had become the dominant strain in the United States. BA.5 is now responsible for approximately 50% of all COVID-19 infections in the US and almost 50% of all infections in New York State. Some epidemiologists believe…