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New Long Island Restaurant Serves Up Tasty Dishes Amid 'Tranquil Oasis' New Long Island Restaurant Serves Up Tasty Dishes Amid 'Tranquil Oasis'
New Long Island Restaurant Serves Up Tasty Dishes Amid 'Tranquil Oasis' A restaurant decked out in lush greenery has impressed customers with its innovative dishes inspired by Thai cuisine classics. Siam Emerald, located at 88A North Village Avenue in Rockville Centre, opened its doors on Monday, Jan. 1. With a goal of fusing “traditional Thai flavors and modern culinary techniques,” the restaurant offers a variety of lunch and dinner plates amidst a swanky backdrop, which the eatery calls a "tranquil oasis." “The restaurant decor is beautiful inside and the service was great,” Yelp reviewer Tiffany L. of New York wrote of Siam Emerald’s greenery-draped ceil…
These Suffolk County Zip Codes Among Most Expensive In US, According To New Rankings These Suffolk County Zip Codes Among Most Expensive In US, According To New Rankings
These Suffolk County Zip Codes Among Most Expensive In US, According To New Rankings The Northeast is well-represented in new rankings of the 100 most expensive zip codes in the nation. Two of the top 10 zip codes according to Property Shark Real Estate Reports are in New York, with both on Long Island, in the Hamptons: No. 2 Sagaponack (zip code 11962) with a median home sale price in 2023 of $8,075,000, No. 6 (tie) Water Mill (11976) with a median home sale price in 2023 of $4,500,000. Six of the Top 10 zip codes are in California, including No. 1 Atherton (94027), located near San Francisco, ($8,300,000 median sales price). California has 79 of the 100 p…
These Suffolk County Zip Codes Among Top 10 Most Expensive In US, New Report Says These Suffolk County Zip Codes Among Top 10 Most Expensive In US, New Report Says
These Suffolk County Zip Codes Among Top 10 Most Expensive In US, New Report Says Four zip codes in the Northeast rank in the Top 20 for most expensive in the United States, according to a brand-new report. The findings by RealtyHop were determined by real estate listings so far this year. The majority of the wealthiest Americans live in California and New York. The two New York zip codes making the Top 10 are both in the Hamptons on Long Island: No. 3 Sagaponack (11962) with a median home listing price of $5.9 million. No. 5 Water Mill (11976) where the median price in 2023 is $4,950,000. Area code 10013, the SoHo section in Manhattan, ranks 20th with a med…
Target To Close Stores In 4 States, Including NY, Citing Theft, Organized Retail Crime Target To Close Stores In 4 States, Including NY, Citing Theft, Organized Retail Crime
Target To Close Stores In 4 States, Including NY, Citing Theft, Organized Retail Crime Citing incidents involving violence and theft, Target announced it is closing nine stores in four states, including one in New York. The New York store is in Manhattan, at 517 E 117th St. Three other stores are in California, in the San Francisco/Oakland market, and three in Oregon, in Portland. The other two stores are in Seattle, Washington. "We cannot continue operating these stores because theft and organized retail crime are threatening the safety of our team and guests, and contributing to unsustainable business performance," the company said in a statement released Tuesday afternoo…
Pie King: Owner Of NY Pizzeria Takes First Place At Pizza World Cup Pie King: Owner Of NY Pizzeria Takes First Place At Pizza World Cup
Pie King: Owner Of NY Pizzeria Takes First Place At Pizza World Cup A pizzeria owner in New York is riding high after bringing home the gold from the Pizza World Cup. Albany County’s Anthony Berghela, owner of Romo’s Pizza in Glenmont, took first place in the Traditional American Division at the World Pizza Championship in Naples, Italy on Wednesday, June 21. The largest pizza competition in Italy, the event features pizzaiolos (pizza makers) from over 20 countries who are judged on preparation, taste, bake, and presentation. “Congratulations to Anthony Berghela of Romo's Pizza and Restaurant, who brought home the Pizza World Cup to Albany County!” Count…
Returning Champ Who Teaches On Long Island Was Voted 'Most Likely To Win Jeopardy!' Returning Champ Who Teaches On Long Island Was Voted 'Most Likely To Win Jeopardy!'
Returning Champ Who Teaches On Long Island Was Voted 'Most Likely To Win Jeopardy!' You could say it was written in the stars - or at least it was in the high school yearbook. While New York teacher Dan Wohl may have been surprised that he made it onto Jeopardy!, his students certainly were not. During his first year of teaching social studies at Syosset High School on Long Island, seniors voted Wohl “most likely to win Jeopardy!,” according to a Facebook post shared by his mother, Danielle Wohl. "The seniors in my son's current high school said THIS a year ago about my son, their teacher," the proud mom, who watches the show from San Francisco, said. The seniors …
East Coast, Meet West: New LI Taqueria Promises Taste Of San Francisco East Coast, Meet West: New LI Taqueria Promises Taste Of San Francisco
East Coast, Meet West: New LI Taqueria Promises Taste Of San Francisco A Mexican restaurant chain serving up “the best of the San Francisco taqueria experience” is already making a splash with customers days after opening its newest location on Long Island. Dos Toros Taqueria, located in New Hyde Park at 1624 Marcus Avenue, held its grand opening on Thursday, Jan. 19. It’s the brand’s 19th location in New York. The fast-casual Mission-style taqueria was founded by California brothers Leo and Oliver Kremer who, according to the company’s website, got a “rude awakening” when they arrived on the East Coast and realized “the same stuff simply wasn’t available.” …
Nextdoor App's 'Unauthorized' Letters To Neighbors Irk NY Woman Nextdoor App's 'Unauthorized' Letters To Neighbors Irk NY Woman
Nextdoor App's 'Unauthorized' Letters To Neighbors Irk NY Woman A New York woman is none too happy with the social media site Nextdoor after claiming the company “hacked” her name to advertise its services. Columbia County resident Celeste Alexander, of Ghent, recently discovered that Nextdoor has been sending out letters to her neighbors, inviting them to join the site, according to a post in the Facebook group Chatham New York Community Board. The letters appear to come directly from Alexander and are signed, “Your neighbor, Celeste Alexander.” They also mention what street she lives on. “I did not send letters and I didn’t authorize the use of m…
Aaron Judge Signs 9-Year, $360M Contract To Stay With Yankees Aaron Judge Signs 9-Year, $360M Contract To Stay With Yankees
Aaron Judge Signs 9-Year, $360M Contract To Stay With Yankees Just months after breaking the American League single-season home-run record, star outfielder Aaron Judge has signed a nine-year, $360 million contract to stay with the New York Yankees, according to multiple reports. If you're scoring at home, that's $40 million per season, the second-largest contract in Major League Baseball history. The 30-year-old Judge hit 62 home runs this past season, breaking the league record of 61 established by Roger Maris in 1961. There had been speculation that Judge, a California native, might sign with the San Francisco Giants, Los Angeles Dodgers, or San Di…
This NY Pizzeria Ranks No. 1 In US, Ties For Best In World According To New Top 50 Listing This NY Pizzeria Ranks No. 1 In US, Ties For Best In World According To New Top 50 Listing
This NY Pizzeria Ranks No. 1 In US, Ties For Best In World According To New Top 50 Listing Those in search of America’s best pizza need look no further than New York City, according to a new ranking from 50 Top Pizza.  The annual listing of the world’s top 50 pizza restaurants named Una Pizza Napoletana, located in Manhattan’s Lower East Side, as the best in the country. Owner Anthony Mangieri’s popular eatery landed in a dead heat tie with a Naples, Italy restaurant for the honor of best pizzeria in the world. The ranking describes Mangieri as a “true pioneer” of the Neapolitan style in New York, praising his dough leavening process and use of fresh, quality ingredients. …
Police Beef Up Patrols At Transportation Venues After NYC Rush-Hour Subway Attack Police Beef Up Patrols At Transportation Venues After NYC Rush-Hour Subway Attack
Police Beef Up Patrols At Transportation Venues After NYC Rush-Hour Subway Attack Law enforcement agencies in the Northeast are ramping up security at transportation hubs as police search for a wanted man who injured more than a dozen people in a shooting at a New York City subway station on Tuesday, April 12. A shooter reportedly sporting a gas mask and construction vest opened fire before fleeing the scene in Brooklyn at Sunset Park in the area of 36th Street and 4th Avenue, striking at least 10 people. Original story - 10 Shot, 16 Injured On NYC Subway By Suspect Possibly Wearing Gas Mask, Vest In response, police agencies in the region announced that they were close…
Brand-New Report Reveals How Much Money You Need To Retire In These Parts Of Region Brand-New Report Reveals How Much Money You Need To Retire In These Parts Of Region
Brand-New Report Reveals How Much Money You Need To Retire In These Parts Of Region A new report has reported just how much money residents need to save up to retire in certain cities in the United States.  MagnifyMoney's analysts found that there are 28 metros in the United States where retirees need to save at least $1 million to retire with an average lifestyle. The website reported that analysts based the amount required to retire on the average amount that retirees spend in a year in each of the locations. The location with the largest amount of savings needed to retire was San Francisco, $1.56 million needed, according to the report. Some Northeast metros…
COVID-19: Omicron Confirmed In CT Resident With Family Member Who Attended NYC Convention COVID-19: Omicron Confirmed In CT Resident With Family Member Who Attended NYC Convention
Covid-19: Omicron Confirmed In CT Resident With Family Member Who Attended NYC Convention Omicron, the new strain of COVID-19 that has caused worldwide alarm the last week, has now been detected in Connecticut and Massachusetts. "This evening we confirmed the first case of the Omicron variant in CT," Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont announced Saturday night, Dec. 4. "This is not a cause for alarm. We have life-saving tools available and I urge everyone to take the necessary precautions to fight this pandemic. Get your vaccination. Get your booster." The case involves a man in his 60s from Hartford County who developed mild symptoms on Saturday, Nov. 27. An at-home COVID-19 test…
COVID-19: Man Who Went To NY Conference Tests Positive For Omicron Variant COVID-19: Man Who Went To NY Conference Tests Positive For Omicron Variant
Covid-19: Man Who Went To NY Conference Tests Positive For Omicron Variant A day after the first case of the new COVID-19 variant was identified in the United States, it has been announced that a man from the Midwest who attended a conference in New York City has tested positive for the Omicron COVID-19 strain. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Thursday, Dec. 2 that the Department of Health in Minnesota alerted her that a constituent tested positive for the variant after spending time at the conference held at the Javits Center in Manhattan. Earlier story - COVID-19: First Case Of New Omicron Variant Identified In United States Hochul noted that the pe…
Former HS Quarterback In NY To Appear On 'Shark Tank' Former HS Quarterback In NY To Appear On 'Shark Tank'
Former HS Quarterback In NY To Appear On 'Shark Tank' Ever need to be at two places at once? Or there's a meeting you just don't want to attend. A  23-year-old Westchester native where he was high school quarterback has the answer with his new app, aptly titled "Beulr," that allows you to do just that by using a "bot" to attend that meeting for you. The best part? You can watch Peter Solimine pitch his app for some cash on the Friday, Nov. 5 episode of "Shark Tank" on ABC at 8 p.m. On the popular show, Solimine will be pitching Beulr, which is an app that was originally built to skip early morning classes. Hence, the name. He became involve…
Walgreens Plans To Close More Stores Due To Rising Cost Of 'Organized Retail Crime' Walgreens Plans To Close More Stores Due To Rising Cost Of 'Organized Retail Crime'
Walgreens Plans To Close More Stores Due To Rising Cost Of 'Organized Retail Crime' Walgreens is set to close five of its locations due to a rise in "organized retail crime," which has impacted a number of retailers across the country. A Walgreens spokesperson announced the closure of the five San Francisco locations, noting that retailers across the city have been impacted by the increase in retail crime, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. This issue is not unique to San Francisco, as other drug stores have reported an uptick in thefts in recent months. CBS New York reported that drug stores across New York City have seen similar issues, with the increase in shopl…
Unruly Airline Passengers Incurred More Than $1 Million In Fines This Year, FAA Says Unruly Airline Passengers Incurred More Than $1 Million In Fines This Year, FAA Says
Unruly Airline Passengers Incurred More Than $1 Million In Fines This Year, FAA Says Unruly airline passengers have incurred more than $1 million in fines in 2021 from the United States Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration. The FAA announced on Thursday, Aug. 19 that is recommending another $531,545 in civil penalties against 34 passengers for their alleged unruly behavior, bringing the total for 2021 past the $1 million mark. The agency said since the beginning of the year, it has received about 3,889 reports of unruly behavior by passengers. This included about 2,867 reports of passengers who refused to comply with the federal mask mand…
COVID-19: When Will It Be Safe To Kiss A Stranger? New Report Sheds Some Light COVID-19: When Will It Be Safe To Kiss A Stranger? New Report Sheds Some Light
Covid-19: When Will It Be Safe To Kiss A Stranger? New Report Sheds Some Light Sick and tired of the COVID-19 pandemic and need a big kiss? Well, experts say if you have received your vaccine and the person you want to kiss has too, and you're comfortable doing so, then kiss away. But the key is to make sure the person you are kissing -- especially if it's a stranger -- has really been vaccinated,  Dr. David Rubin, a professor of pediatrics at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania told The New York Times. Rubin said even without confirmation, making out with a stranger is lower-risk than going to a packed nightclub or party. “It’s one of…
COVID-19: CDC Reveals Percentage Of NYC, Long Island, Westchester Residents Who've Had Virus COVID-19: CDC Reveals Percentage Of NYC, Long Island, Westchester Residents Who've Had Virus
Covid-19: CDC Reveals Percentage Of NYC, Long Island, Westchester Residents Who've Had Virus A significant percentage of residents living in the Metro New York area have had COVID-19, according to a newly released study. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) teamed with commercial laboratories to find those who have tested positive for the virus in 10 specifically targeted regions. Regions included in the survey: Connecticut, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, New York City, Philadelphia, San Francisco, South Florida, Utah, and Western Washington State. The survey includes people who had blood specimens tested for reasons unrelated to COVID-19, such as for a routine or…
COVID-19: Starbucks Closing Up To 400 Stores In Shift To Takeout Strategy COVID-19: Starbucks Closing Up To 400 Stores In Shift To Takeout Strategy
Covid-19: Starbucks Closing Up To 400 Stores In Shift To Takeout Strategy Starbucks will close up to 400 of its traditional cafes due to fallout from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, which has put a stop to indoor dining in many areas. The company announced on Wednesday, June 10 that it will open dozens of pickup-only stores and renovate or move other existing stores in the United States and Canada in the next 18 months. “Starbucks stores have always been known as the ’third place,’ a welcoming place outside of our home and work where we connect over a cup of coffee,” said Kevin Johnson, the CEO of Starbucks. “As we navigate through the COVID-19 crisis,…
This Long Island Village Among Nation's Top 50 Richest Places In New Rankings This Long Island Village Among Nation's Top 50 Richest Places In New Rankings
This Long Island Village Among Nation's Top 50 Richest Places In New Rankings This location on Long Island is among the nation's Top 50 richest places, according to brand-new rankings from Bloomberg. Checking in at No. 38 on the list is East Hills, a North Shore village that is part of the greater Roslyn area in Nassau County. East Hills has an average household income of $273, 306. Atherton, California, a San Francisco suburb located in San Mateo County, ranked No. 1 for the fourth year in a row with an annual household income of $525,324. To view the Bloomberg rankings, click here.
NY Attorney General Vows To Protect Undocumented Immigrants During Planned ICE Raids NY Attorney General Vows To Protect Undocumented Immigrants During Planned ICE Raids
NY Attorney General Vows To Protect Undocumented Immigrants During Planned ICE Raids New York is among as many as 10 cities nationwide that are going to be the target of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids targeting illegal immigrants, which are expected to begin this weekend and the state's attorney general is vowing to protect those undocumented immigrants. The raids come weeks after President Donald Trump tweeted ICE’s plans to conduct them, forcing the commander-in-chief to postpone the operation due to the leaked information and public outcry. They have now been re-scheduled to begin on Sunday, July 14, though few details have been released. The raids, which w…
NYC Rents Soar To Three-Year High NYC Rents Soar To Three-Year High
NYC Rents Soar To Three-Year High With New Yorkers leaving the state in record numbers, rent prices continue to rise in New York City, reaching a three-year peak. The average rent for a one bedroom apartment in New York is up to $2,980, according to a new report by Zumper. The number represents a 4.2 percent increase from June a year ago and prices have reached a three-year high. The report found that two-bedroom apartments in the Big Apple are also becoming more expensive, up to an average of $3,330 monthly, a 5.1 percent increase from 2018. The average price of rent in New York City is the second highest in the country, …
Memorial Planned For West Islip's George Holmes, Capitol Hill Photographer, Painter Memorial Planned For West Islip's George Holmes, Capitol Hill Photographer, Painter
Memorial Planned For West Islip's George Holmes, Capitol Hill Photographer, Painter A West Islip native who served in the United States Air Force then became a Capitol Hill photographer and Civil War painter will be remembered this week in a memorial service. George R. Holmes died on Aug. 27, 2018, at age 85 in Alexandria, Va. His service is Friday, June 7 at 11:30 a.m. at Long Island National Cemetery. He was born on Sept. 13, 1932. After serving his country, Holmes made Washington D.C., his home, where he worked as a photographer on Capitol Hill.  He had a driving ambition to paint and draw and studied at The American University as an art major.  He …
Attorney Steven Della Rocca, Locust Valley HS Grad, Dies At 64 Attorney Steven Della Rocca, Locust Valley HS Grad, Dies At 64
Attorney Steven Della Rocca, Locust Valley HS Grad, Dies At 64 A Fairfield County attorney who grew up on Long Island, raced sailboats and liked to golf and ski, and is being remembered as a "gentleman" with a "dry sense of humor." Steven Della Rocca of Southport died Monday, May 27 surrounded by his family and friends. He was 64. Rocca was born in Brooklyn on March 17, 1955, to Joan and Dominick Della Rocca. He grew up in Upper Brookville and attended Locust Valley High School.  He was a Benjamin Franklin Scholar at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, earning his B.S. in 1977 and his J.D. from the New York University School of …