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13+ min ago (300+ words) Two civilians and one firefighter were injured in a fast-moving Upper West Side fire on Tuesday morning. According to FDNY sources, the four-alarm inferno erupted from the top floor of an apartment building located at 201 West 107 St., near Amsterdam Avenue, at 8:20 a.m. on Dec. 9. The six-story building quickly became engulfed in smoke as flames shot from the window and through the roof. FDNY officials say 40 units and 140 firefighters and EMS personnel responded to the calamity in just over three minutes. Officials quickly called a third alarm within 15 minutes and then a fourth alarm by 9:10 a.m., expanding the response as the flames grew and debris began to fly from the upper parts of the structure. Videos circulating online show what appears to be bricks and other pieces of debris falling from the building. The FDNY stated that part of the roof collapsed; however,…...

20+ min ago (247+ words) Menefee will continue hosting "Fox NFL Sunday." He has been with Fox Sports since 1997, when he joined as a sideline reporter. He has served as a play-by-play announcer for the network's NFL, USFL and ... Curt Menefee Will Stick to Fox Sports, Exits Role at "Good Day New York' Curt Menefee is sticking to sports. The Fox Sports veteran, who took up local-news duties in early 2024 at Fox-owned WNYW in New York, is leaving the post to focus more intently on his sportscasting role. "January will be two years since I've been doing "Good Day New York", but I'm not coming back in 2026," Menefee said during Tuesday's telecast of the program, which he has co-anchored alongside veteran Rosanna Scotto. He added: "It's one of those things that has been a great time " you have been welcoming, the staff has been wonderful…...

31+ min ago (315+ words) David Stearns and the New York Mets" job of rebuilding their bullpen got that much harder on Tuesday, when star closer Edwin Diaz agreed to a deal to join the Los Angeles Dodgers, per multiple reports." The contract will pay him $69 million over the next three seasons. Diaz opted out of the last two years and $38 million of his deal with the Mets to hit free agency this summer, which Stearns responded to with an initial qualifying offer worth $22.025 million. That was declined, as the 31-year-old was understandably looking for one more long-term, big-money payday." The Mets will receive a post-fourth-round 2026 draft pick as compensation for Diaz joining the two-time defending champions." His departure creates even more work for Stearns, who already had a significant task in retooling the bullpen. He brought in former Brewers and Yankees closer Devin Williams…...

44+ min ago (343+ words) New York seniors could get some tax relief in an increasingly expensive economy thanks to new state law put on the books over the weekend. Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation on Dec. 6 that aims to enhance real property tax exemptions for seniors in the Empire State.Named legislation S5175A/A3698A, the law allows localities to provide a real property tax exemption for seniors who meet the income eligibility limits, and other criteria, up to 65% of the assessed valuation of their properties. "No New York senior should lose their home because they can no longer afford their property taxes," the governor said. "By signing this legislation, we are working to make New York more affordable for our seniors on fixed incomes and empowering them to age in place, at home, in the communities they know and love." Before the recently passed legislation, localities…...

1+ hour, 5+ min ago (116+ words) A massive blaze engulfed an Upper West Side apartment building Tuesday morning " as raging flames and plumes of smoke poured from the roof and out of windows." The fire erupted"at 8:20 a.m. on the top floor of the six-story rental building on West 107th Street near Amsterdam Avenue, the FDNY said." Within about 15 minutes, it grew to a third-alarm fire, before escalating to a four-alarm inferno by 9:10 a.m., according to fire officials." A total of 40 FDNY units, including 140 fire and EMS personnel are working the scene and operations are ongoing, the department said." There was no immediate word on injuries."...

1+ hour, 13+ min ago (218+ words) Half a century in the oven, still a bit underbaked Bakula brings gentle dignity to Aimable, a man whose late-in-life romantic optimism makes him vulnerable in ways he barely understands. His physical vigor shifts the expected dynamic " a robust baker instead of a bumbling figure " yet his emotional transparency still grounds the role. Paul's Dominique reads less as a cad and more as an impulsive young man swept up in his own desires. Yet even after decades of rewrites, "The Baker's Wife" still wavers between ensemble fable and intimate domestic drama. The result is a musical with an undeniably beating heart but an uncertain frame. A Broadway transfer seems unlikely, but a cast album from this company could finally give the show a durable identity and offer a firmer foundation for future professional and amateur productions. At CSC, "The Baker's…...

1+ hour, 43+ min ago (611+ words) Looking for some time away from the city this winter season? Well, only a few hours away from the heart of NYC, there is more than enough to do in the Poconos! Here are some of the biggest attractions, perfect for anyone to check out! These snowy mountaintops are the perfect getaway for any skiers. The Pocono Mountains welcomed the first-ever commercial ski area in Pennsylvania in 1946 and have since been known for their perfect snowmaking abilities, stunningly groomed trails, and slopes of every level ever since. The Poconos offers 6 ski resorts, all of which have ski gear available for rent. For more information on skiing in the Poconos, check out their website, poconomountains.com. Skiing truly only scratches the surface of potential for snow-bound activities in the Poconos. Snowshoeing is also a popular activity in the Poconos. This is…...

2+ hour, 3+ min ago (480+ words) The NYC Sanitation Department (DSNY) is considering a proposal to formally move the Friday night garbage set-out time earlier, which would allow New Yorkers to place their trash at the curb sooner." The DSNY issued a Dec. 4 proposal to amend its rule governing the time for placing trash and recyclables at the curb for collection. The amendment would allow residents who receive collection on Saturdays to put their trash out in a container an hour before sunset the night before. A neighborhood's local community board would have to opt into the schedule; it is not an option for individual homeowners. While the DSNY has always exercised discretion in enforcing set-out times in various NYC communities for religious observances during the fall and winter, this amendment would codify the practice into law and allow all 59 community boards"to choose to participate,…...

2+ hour, 13+ min ago (488+ words) We always feature great family events on New York Family, and you can also find many more on our calendar of events. In addition, each week we also share ten things you can do for FREE for the week ahead throughout the five boroughs." Scroll down to plan your week! Little Sprouts: Jump and Play Toddlers will develop physically, socially, and emotionally through fun games and group activities. Each session begins with an exercise and will include free play, musical activities, problem solving activities, active games, and arts & crafts. Dec. 10 " 15, Wednesday, Friday, and Monday, 11 am " noon. Ages 1 " 3. A.R.R.O.W. Field House, 35-30 35th St., Queens Winter Discovery Night Why do animals hibernate? How are snowflakes all so different? Explore all your winter wonderings with a fun, hands-on evening full of science, art, and creativity. Enjoy hot cocoa and self-guided activities outdoors along the lit…...

2+ hour, 13+ min ago (532+ words) Fans are still raving over last month's JUSTB's SNOW ANGEL Listening Party, an event that took place on Black Friday and didn't just offer half-off tickets but tapped into a growing trend reshaping K-pop fan culture: small-room listening events that bridge relationships between fans and artists rarely seen at traditional concerts." As more K-pop groups build entire tour routes around listening parties rather than full-scale concerts, JUSTB's New York City stop felt less like a promotional experience and more like a preview of what the future of global fan engagement could look like. Inside the cozy, independent venue, fans and members of JUSTB basked in the electronic beats from the new album. For JUSTB's tour, the atmosphere was electric yet intimate: members leaned in to sing playfully into fans' phones, locked eyes during their favorite parts, and encouraged everyone to…...