NY 7th Grader Crowned Miss American Pre-Teen After Shining On National Stage NY 7th Grader Crowned Miss American Pre-Teen After Shining On National Stage
NY 7th Grader Crowned Miss American Pre-Teen After Shining On National Stage A 12-year-old Long Island student is bringing a national crown back home after dazzling judges at a major pageant in Orlando. Robert Frost Middle School seventh grader Michaela DiCaro, of Deer Park, was named Miss American Pre-Teen over Labor Day weekend, topping contestants from across the country at the Miss American Coed Pageant. Michaela impressed judges in talent, fun fashion, and photogenic categories, earning a Top 5 overall spot before claiming the national crown. When she’s not on stage, Michaela stays busy as a new member of her school’s cheerleading squad and a softball player w…
New Albany Restaurant Praised For Creative Dining Experience: 'One Of Best Meals I've Had' New Albany Restaurant Praised For Creative Dining Experience: 'One Of Best Meals I've Had'
New Albany Restaurant Praised For Creative Dining Experience: 'One Of Best Meals I've Had' A new restaurant in Albany is blending two beloved cuisines—Japanese and Italian—into one creative dining experience. Itameshi, located at 745 Broadway, officially opened its doors in late August, bringing a fresh twist to the city’s dining scene. The restaurant describes its approach as “fusion cuisine that combines traditional elements of both Japanese and Italian food.” The result is a menu that features everything from crispy calamari and wagyu meatballs to udon noodle bolognese and squid ink spaghettini with uni sauce. Entrees showcase the same East-meets-West philosophy, including a …
‘SO Shocked’: Adam Sandler, Kevin James Fuel Up At Albany Coffee Shop After Local Show ‘SO Shocked’: Adam Sandler, Kevin James Fuel Up At Albany Coffee Shop After Local Show
‘SO Shocked’: Adam Sandler, Kevin James Fuel Up At Albany Coffee Shop After Local Show Hollywood buddies Adam Sandler and Kevin James surprised staff and customers at a downtown Albany coffee shop hours after packing MVP Arena for Sandler’s comedy tour. The duo, who performed Tuesday night, Sept. 16, during Sandler’s “You’re My Best Friend Tour,” dropped into Motor Oil Coffee on Wednesday for a pick-me-up. “Star power at Motor Oil Coffee this morning!” the shop wrote on Facebook, alongside a photo of Sandler and James smiling with their cups. “Huge thanks to @adamsandler and Kevin James for revving up their morning with us after an unforgettable show at the MVP Arena! We’re…
Family-Run Manila Grille Brings Filipino Flavors To Saratoga County Family-Run Manila Grille Brings Filipino Flavors To Saratoga County
Family-Run Manila Grille Brings Filipino Flavors To Saratoga County From crispy lumpia to sizzling skewers, a family-run food truck in Saratoga County is serving up Filipino favorites with a side of small-town charm. Manila Grille, parked at 892 US-9 in Gansevoort near the Day Dream Farmer garden center, has been dishing out authentic Filipino fare on weekends for nearly a year. The food truck is owned by Philippines native Romeo Soriano, his wife Teresita and their children, who have turned their passion for food into a family business. On the menu: classics like chicken adobo, lechon kawali (crispy pork belly), and Filipino-style BBQ skewers, plus panci…
Hochul Widens Lead On Stefanik As Approval Climbs, New Poll Shows Hochul Widens Lead On Stefanik As Approval Climbs, New Poll Shows
Hochul Widens Lead On Stefanik As Approval Climbs, New Poll Shows New York Gov. Kathy Hochul’s approval numbers are climbing, and she now holds a double-digit lead over Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik in a potential 2026 gubernatorial matchup, new polling shows. Hochul’s favorability rating sits at 45–42 percent — her best showing since January 2024, according to a Siena College poll released Tuesday, Sept. 16. Her job approval ticked up to 54–40 percent, also her strongest in more than a year. Hochul leads Stefanik 52–27 percent statewide, the first time she has cleared 50 percent support in the Siena poll. Among Democrats, 75 percent back Hochul, while S…
Dem LI Congressman Suozzi Refuses To Endorse NYC Mayoral Candidate Mamdani Dem LI Congressman Suozzi Refuses To Endorse NYC Mayoral Candidate Mamdani
Dem LI Congressman Suozzi Refuses To Endorse NYC Mayoral Candidate Mamdani Hours after Gov. Kathy Hochul endorsed Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani for New York City mayor, Long Island Congressman Tom Suozzi said he will not follow suit. Suozzi, a Democrat who represents parts of Nassau and Queens, posted his statement on X Monday, Sept. 15. “I will not be endorsing Mamdani,” Suozzi wrote. “While I share his concern about the issue of affordability, I fundamentally disagree with his proposed solutions. Like the voters I represent, I believe socialism has consistently failed to deliver real, sustainable progress.” Suozzi added that he had not discussed Hochul’s decision …
Cameras Inside Albany School Bathrooms Spark Privacy Debate: 'Not Even OK' Cameras Inside Albany School Bathrooms Spark Privacy Debate: 'Not Even OK'
Cameras Inside Albany School Bathrooms Spark Privacy Debate: 'Not Even OK' The recent opening of an Albany charter high school has sparked concern among parents after videos showed surveillance cameras mounted inside student bathrooms. KIPP Capital High School, which opened this fall in Albany, features a modern, open-concept design that includes bathrooms without entry doors and cameras positioned above the sink areas. A TikTok video touring the facility drew attention online, with one woman exclaiming, “I can’t believe that’s really a camera there.” The clip shows ceiling-mounted cameras near the sinks and a large window facing the school’s parking lot. The vi…
Trump Flag Controversy: NY Village's Attempt To Enforce Zoning Code Draws President's Attention Trump Flag Controversy: NY Village's Attempt To Enforce Zoning Code Draws President's Attention
Trump Flag Controversy: NY Village's Attempt To Enforce Zoning Code Draws President's Attention A Westchester County, NY village's issuing of what they say was a routine code violation against a resident displaying a Donald Trump flag has drawn the attention of the President himself, as well as the US Department of Justice.  The controversy began over the weekend of Saturday, Sept. 6, in the village of Croton-on-Hudson, when officials issued a zoning violation against resident and Vietnam veteran Leonard Amicola, who had been displaying a "Trump Is My President" flag on his property, Newsmax reported.  In a statement on Tuesday, Sept. 9, village officials said the action was…
Here's What $5M Gets You On Long Island: From Waterfront Estates To Secluded Retreats Here's What $5M Gets You On Long Island: From Waterfront Estates To Secluded Retreats
Here's What $5M Gets You On Long Island: From Waterfront Estates To Secluded Retreats On Long Island, $5 million can mean a timeless waterfront compound, a state-of-the-art modern mansion, or a secluded hideaway in the woods — it all depends on where you look. Here are five homes across Nassau and Suffolk counties, each with an asking price of $5 million or more. $5M Montauk Retreat Surrounded By Lush Privacy Zillow Tucked away on nearly an acre in Montauk, this $5 million for-sale-by-owner listing offers both seclusion and potential. The four-bedroom, three-bathroom home, built in 1968, spans 2,200 square feet and sits back from the street, surrounded by mature vegetatio…
AG James, 19 States Slam Federal Policy Forcing Indefinite Immigrant Detention AG James, 19 States Slam Federal Policy Forcing Indefinite Immigrant Detention
AG James, 19 States Slam Federal Policy Forcing Indefinite Immigrant Detention New York Attorney General Letitia James is leading a coalition of 19 attorneys general in pushing back against a federal policy that would keep many undocumented immigrants locked up without the chance for a bond hearing. In a legal brief filed Wednesday, Sept. 3, the attorneys general argued that the US Department of Homeland Security’s new approach violates due process, harms families, and wastes taxpayer dollars. The new policy eliminates bond hearings for those who entered the country without inspection, meaning they could be held indefinitely — sometimes for months or years — regardles…
Robert De Niro, Ben Stiller Film ‘Meet The Parents’ Sequel At New York Toy Store Robert De Niro, Ben Stiller Film ‘Meet The Parents’ Sequel At New York Toy Store
Robert De Niro, Ben Stiller Film ‘Meet The Parents’ Sequel At New York Toy Store A familiar spot in downtown Mamaroneck has been transformed for Hollywood, as Robert De Niro and Ben Stiller film the fourth Meet the Parents movie inside a local toy store. The film, titled Focker In-Law, is shooting at Miller’s on Mamaroneck Avenue, which has been temporarily remade into “Rizzo & Son Party Supplies,” according to the Mamaroneck Historical Society. Filming began on Monday, Aug. 25, and is scheduled to continue through Tuesday, Sept. 2, the village said. On Thursday, Aug. 28, the store’s full movie makeover was already on display, complete with a new sign and storefront…
This Is What $25M Gets You In Saratoga County (Yes, There’s An Elevator) This Is What $25M Gets You In Saratoga County (Yes, There’s An Elevator)
This Is What $25M Gets You In Saratoga County (Yes, There’s An Elevator) Got $25 million burning a hole in your pocket? Saratoga County has just the mansion for you. Known as Palazzo Riggi, this sprawling stone sanctuary—located at 637 North Broadway in Saratoga Springs—is currently the priciest real estate listing around. Situated on a corner lot behind wrought-iron black and gold gates, the six-bedroom, 13-bathroom property stretches nearly 20,000 square feet across just under an acre. Julie & Co Realty Originally owned by socialite Michele Riggi and her late husband Ronald, the mansion is as opulent as they come, boasting everything from a koi po…