A five‑county coalition backed by Contra Costa taxpayers has launched a campaign to stop the Connect Bay Area sales tax, warning of double‑digit local rates and demanding agency reforms.

A new farm-to-table restaurant, The Local Table, opened in Syosset with a seasonal dinner menu and a five-course tasting from Chef Isaac.

A man accused of setting fire to the Greek Consulate in Manhattan has been detained and appeared in federal court; prosecutors reportedly recommended probation.

NYPD Crime Stoppers posted photos after a 28-year-old man was assaulted and robbed near 36-32 Crescent Street in Astoria. Tips may qualify for up to $3,500.

Dutchess Donuts & Creamery plans to take over the former Elisa's stand on Route 52 in Fishkill, promising donuts, ice cream and coffee with no opening date yet.

Uncle Giuseppe’s will open a Greenvale store at Wheatley Plaza on August 14, bringing specialty departments and roughly 250 jobs to Nassau County’s North Shore.

An 18-year-old rider from Spring Glen was killed in a crash on State Route 52 in Wawarsing. State police are investigating and seeking witnesses to the collision.

At the Ankara NATO summit, Denmark’s Mette Frederiksen told leaders Greenland "is of course not for sale" after President Trump revived calls for U.S. control. The row clouded a meeting meant to show rising European defense spending.

Two people are being sought after a 40-year-old man was stabbed in front of 1149 Boston Road in Morrisania. NYPD Crime Stoppers released a wanted notice and is seeking tips.

York Studios' Maspeth soundstage in Queens sold for about $19 million amid rising film and TV spending in the region. The 40,000-sq-ft lot has hosted major shoots.

Two suspects robbed a 57-year-old man at knifepoint at West 32nd and Neptune Avenue on June 24. NYPD Crime Stoppers is offering up to $3,500 for tips.

Switzerland beat Colombia on penalties after a 0-0 draw in Vancouver. Ruben Vargas converted the winner as Gregor Kobel produced key saves in the shootout.

A John Jay accounts-payable manager has been indicted for allegedly diverting about $710,000 in student stipends tied to the college’s APPLE Corps program.