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Advocates are calling for mental health diversion programs instead of incarceration at New York City's Rikers Island jail, where thousands of people in custody reportedly need mental health treatment. The push reflects growing criticism that the jail system is being used as a de facto mental health facility, with reformers arguing treatment-based alternatives would be more effective and humane.

A nor'easter is expected to deliver its peak impacts to New York City and New Jersey over the weekend, with forecasters warning of coastal flooding, storm surge and wind damage. Local outlets are tracking the storm's timeline as communities along the Jersey Shore and Long Island brace for the worst conditions, with officials urging residents in flood-prone areas to prepare.

A nor'easter is bearing down on the New Jersey Shore and Long Island, with forecasters warning of coastal flooding as the storm moves through the region. ABC7 New York reports the storm poses a flood risk to shoreline communities. Residents in low-lying coastal areas are being warned to prepare for possible inundation as conditions deteriorate.

The Permanent Representative of Antigua and Barbuda delivered an address as part of the general debate of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Small island states traditionally use this podium to press priorities such as climate change, debt relief and maritime rights, but no details of the speech were given in the available coverage.

Grenada's Permanent Representative addressed the debate at the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. The small Caribbean island state used the annual gathering to weigh in on the assembly's general debate alongside other member states. Details of the specific positions Grenada raised in its statement were not immediately available, but the address forms part of the regular proceedings of the session.

A nor'easter is causing coastal flooding in Long Beach and other communities on Long Island, New York. Local coverage highlights water inundation along the shoreline as the storm pushes tides over normal levels, with residents in low-lying coastal areas facing the brunt of the flooding.

The Minister for Foreign Affairs of Sao Tome and Principe addressed the general debate of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. As one of the world's smallest island states, its intervention forms part of the annual opening debate where member states set out their foreign policy priorities before the international community.

Mathew Barzal will travel with the New York Islanders and has not been ruled out for the team's season opener, according to the NHL's status report. His availability had been in question, so the news offers a possible boost for the Islanders as they finalize their lineup for the start of the season.

A nor'easter is moving through New York, and residents of Staten Island are following its progress closely. Local coverage is tracking the storm's current position and what conditions to expect next, including lingering precipitation, wind and any cleanup needs. With the storm still affecting the region, people are checking updates on timing, intensity and when conditions will finally improve.

Massapequa defeated Garden City in a tense contest, snapping Garden City's nation-leading 68-game winning streak in New York high school sports. The result is a major upset locally, ending one of the longest active streaks in the country. Fans in the Long Island communities are reacting to the dramatic finish between the rivals.

Cleanup is underway in Riverhead, New York, following a storm, while local farmers evaluate damage to crops and calculate economic losses. Early attention is focused on the immediate recovery effort and the financial toll on growers in the area, a farming region on Long Island's East End. Officials have not yet released figures on the extent of the losses.

The New York Times highlights how travellers can explore Ireland relying on public transport, walking and cycling instead of a rental car. The piece points to trains and buses that reach much of the island, letting visitors see cities, countryside and coastal towns without driving. Interest in car-free travel continues to grow among tourists seeking lower-cost and lower-emission trips.

BermudAir is launching a seasonal route connecting Newark with South Caicos in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The new service gives travellers from the New York area a direct option to the smaller, quieter Caicos island, which is less developed than Providenciales. Details on start dates and flight frequency have not been widely reported, but the announcement is drawing attention in the travel trade as Caribbean seasonal capacity expands for the coming season.

A nor'easter storm caused significant damage to several communities along Long Island's South Shore in New York. Coastal areas bore the brunt of the weather system, which moved through the region with strong winds and heavy precipitation. Details on the full extent of the damage and affected residents remain limited, but local coverage highlights the storm's heavy impact on shoreline neighborhoods.