Know A Spot? ‘Best NY Burger’ Competition Taking Nominations Know A Spot? ‘Best NY Burger’ Competition Taking Nominations
Know A Spot? ‘Best NY Burger’ Competition Taking Nominations The battle of the burgers is back. Nominations are open for the New York Beef Council’s eighth annual “Best New York Burger” competition. Hopeful restaurateurs and their dedicated followers have until Friday, March 1 to toss their names into the running. Voting will take place between Wednesday, March 6 and Monday, April 1. The top 10 burger joints will then get an anonymous visit from judges sometime during the month of April. During their covert operations, judges will score hamburgers based on factors like taste, presentation, creativity, and service. …
$50K Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Long Island Convenience Store $50K Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Long Island Convenience Store
$50K Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Long Island Convenience Store A winning lottery ticket worth $50,000 was sold at a convenience store on Long Island. The third prize-winning Powerball ticket was sold in Bethpage at the 7-Eleven located at 497 Stewart Avenue. It was sold for the drawing held on Monday, Feb. 19, New York Lottery announced. Monday’s winning numbers are 4-23-45-50-53 and the Powerball is 17. Winners have one year from the drawing date to claim their prize money. Players can check their numbers on the New York Lottery website.
These NY Pizzerias Rank Among Top 100 In Nation These NY Pizzerias Rank Among Top 100 In Nation
These NY Pizzerias Rank Among Top 100 In Nation It's hard not to think of New York when discussing the most delicious pizza. More precisely, New York City. So it should come as no surprise that in brand-new rankings of the Top 100 pizza spots in the US for 2024, all 10 of the selections from NY are from within the five boroughs. And even more precisely yet, Manhattan, where nine of the 10 are located. (The other is in Brooklyn.) The top-ranked pizzeria in New York, and third overall nationally, is Lombardi's in Manhattan's Little Italy, which opened in 1905 and is recognized by the Pizza Hall of Fame as “America’s first pizzeria." Lom…
Winter Blues Got You Down? These Activities May Lift Your Spirits, Long Island Redditors Say Winter Blues Got You Down? These Activities May Lift Your Spirits, Long Island Redditors Say
Winter Blues Got You Down? These Activities May Lift Your Spirits, Long Island Redditors Say If the shorter, darker days of winter have you singing the blues, you’re not alone. Nearly 10 million Americans experience what psychologists have dubbed seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, according to Boston University. A form of depression, SAD typically rears its head during late fall or early winter and dissipates during the sunnier days of spring and summer. Symptoms may include feeling sad most of the day, losing interest in activities you once enjoyed, and having low energy. Some sufferers also report oversleeping, overeating, and having difficulty concentrating. While the best c…
Support Swells For Long Island Man Following 'Tragic' Surf Accident Support Swells For Long Island Man Following 'Tragic' Surf Accident
Support Swells For Long Island Man Following 'Tragic' Surf Accident The community has rallied around a Long Island man fighting for his life after he was the victim of a surfing accident that put him on life support. Austin Gibbons, a 25-year-old man from Long Beach, spent Monday, Feb. 5 surfing at Hawaii’s Banzai Pipeline, as he might on any day. However, as he went to take his last wave of the day, the unthinkable happened. “He was held under by the brute force of two waves of whitewater, which unforgivingly filled his lungs with seawater,” wrote Traci Johnson Kilduff, who set up a GoFundMe for Austin and his family. Fellow surfers and lifeguards ru…
New York Native Designs Taylor Swift's Super Bowl Necklace, Causes 1,049% Rise In Searches New York Native Designs Taylor Swift's Super Bowl Necklace, Causes 1,049% Rise In Searches
New York Native Designs Taylor Swift's Super Bowl Necklace, Causes 1,049% Rise In Searches If you couldn't help but notice pop superstar Taylor Swift's "87" necklace that she was sporting during the Super Bowl, you certainly weren't alone.  The necklace, designed by Westchester County native Stephanie Gottlieb of Scarsdale, was worn by Swift in tribute to her boyfriend, Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs, who won the Super Bowl by defeating the San Fransisco 49ers 25-22 on Sunday, Feb. 11.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Stephanie Gottlieb (@stephaniegottlieb) Swift's fans noticed the necklace en ma…
NYC Pizza Chain Opens First Long Island Location NYC Pizza Chain Opens First Long Island Location
NYC Pizza Chain Opens First Long Island Location An eatery offering various types of pies, heroes, and more has branched out from Manhattan, setting up shop on Long Island for the first time. Marinara Pizza, which started in New York City with a mission to create delicious pies with fresh ingredients, opened up its Greenvale location in December 2023. Located at 5 Glen Cove Road, the pizza joint has classic slices — think Margherita and white sauce — in addition to less traditional options such as a slice of penne vodka (topped with actual pasta) or salad pizza. Not feeling pizza? Marinara also serves up pinwheels, heroes, salads, a…
'Delicious, Interesting Flavors' Found At New Long Island Eatery 'Delicious, Interesting Flavors' Found At New Long Island Eatery
'Delicious, Interesting Flavors' Found At New Long Island Eatery A new bistro opened its doors on Long Island, serving up unique dishes with whimsical names. Honey’s Bistro, located at 6 Railroad Avenue in Glen Head, sprung onto the scene on Thursday, Jan. 8. Though the building has a simple, white exterior, the inside of the eatery is an explosion of pastel-colored whimsy, complete with pink espresso machines and dog-shaped decor. But, of course, it isn’t all looks — Honey’s Bistro’s menu features a smattering of soups, salads, sandwiches, and bowls, with names and flavors that are just as fun as the decor (think the “Don’t Go Bacon My Heart” salad …
New Long Island Eatery Offers 'Incredible, Extensive' Menu, Reviews Say New Long Island Eatery Offers 'Incredible, Extensive' Menu, Reviews Say
New Long Island Eatery Offers 'Incredible, Extensive' Menu, Reviews Say A new restaurant that boasts a unique twist on classic brunch favorites has received glowing reviews from customers near and far. Twisted Fork Brunch Company, located at 195 Bedford Avenue in Bellmore, opened its doors on Tuesday, Jan. 16 with a promise that its customers will have “a forkin’ good time.” According to reviews, it seems like those who’ve visited since opening have had exactly that. “Who doesn't like brunch?” said Seaford resident Rashid M. in a Yelp review of the restaurant. Rashid and his party shared the French toast fondue, which pairs bite-sized French toast bits wi…
New Multi-Millionaire: NY Man Wins $5M Lottery Scratch-Off Prize New Multi-Millionaire: NY Man Wins $5M Lottery Scratch-Off Prize
New Multi-Millionaire: NY Man Wins $5M Lottery Scratch-Off Prize A man is rolling in it after purchasing a winning New York Lottery scratch-off ticket worth several million dollars, lottery officials announced.  Westchester County resident Raymond Yancey, of Yonkers, claimed a $5 million top prize from the Cash Royale scratch-off game, lottery officials just announced.  The winning ticket was bought in White Plains at the ShopRite supermarket located at 29 Mamaroneck Ave., officials added.  Instead of going for a lump sum payment, Yancey instead decided to receive his prize in the form of 20 annuitized payments of $158…
Puppy Love: New Study Determines NY's Favorite Dog Breed Puppy Love: New Study Determines NY's Favorite Dog Breed
Puppy Love: New Study Determines NY's Favorite Dog Breed Almost everyone loves dogs, but can you guess what the state of New York's favorite breed is?  If you need a hint, look no further: a new study by PetLab has officially determined that New York's favored breed is the Golden Retriever.  To determine this, PetLab's pet nutrition experts used Google's Keyword Planner to look at more than 200 breeds recognized by the American Kennel Club alongside search terms such as "buy" and "adopt." This allowed them to produce a ranking for each US state's most searched-for breed over the last 12 months.  New York is certainly not alon…
First Look: Long Island's Lindsay Lohan To Star In 'Irish Wish' On Netflix First Look: Long Island's Lindsay Lohan To Star In 'Irish Wish' On Netflix
First Look: Long Island's Lindsay Lohan To Star In 'Irish Wish' On Netflix Netflix has released the first image from its new romcom “Irish Wish,” starring actress, native New Yorker, and new mom Lindsay Lohan. Posted on the platform X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, Feb. 1, the streaming service shared an image of Lohan, the star of the film, sitting on the floor of what looks like a ruined wedding ceremony. The film will follow Lohan, who plays Maddie, who travels to Ireland to be a bridesmaid for her best friend. One little catch? Her friend is engaged to the love of Maddie’s life. “Always a bridesmaid, never a bride — unless, of course, your best friend get…