Farmingdale student thanks first responders after deadly bus crash
The 15-year-old sat next to her mother and the pediatric neurosurgeon who saved her life as she talked about her experience.
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The 15-year-old sat next to her mother and the pediatric neurosurgeon who saved her life as she talked about her experience.
Audrina Crocitto, 15, talked about her experience Wednesday from Cohen Children's Medical Center. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Audrina Corcitto spoke about her experience Wednesday from Cohen Children's Medical Center.
Friday night in a game against Baldwin, there were so many people, there was no room left in the bleachers.
There was a heartwarming show of support in Farmingdale on Friday as the high school marching band returned to the field for the first time since the deadly bus crash in September. CBS New York's Alecia Reid spoke with people who came from near and far. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/46X9WQX
It's been 15 days since the charter bus carrying Farmingdale High School marching band members crashed, killing two adults on board. Friday night, the band will play at their first football game since that crash. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/46X9WQX
It's been two weeks since a bus carrying Farmingdale High School band students crashed, killing two of the adults on board. Friday, the marching band will play at their first football game since that crash. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/46X9WQX
For the students, it will be a long road to recovery, both physically and emotionally.
Nassau County police and various law enforcement unions helped organize the event that's set for Wednesday night at Mulcahy's Pub and Concert Hall in Wantagh.
All proceeds will go toward the Farmingdale marching band, which lost its beloved director Gina Pellettiere and chaperone Beatrice Ferrari in the crash on the way to an annual band retreat in Pennsylvania. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
All proceeds will go toward the Farmingdale marching band, which will then make sure the money goes to those in need.
Freshmen members of the band recently gathered to play for the first time since the deadly bus crash killed two teachers in upstate New York. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
A funeral was held Thursday in Massapequa Park for beloved band director Gina Pellettiere, who was killed last Thursday when their school bus overturned headed to band camp in Pennsylvania.
The band director of Farmingdale High School was laid to rest on Long Island in a service where, very fittingly, beautiful music was featured. CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Gina Pellettiere and 77-year-old retired teacher Beatrice Ferrari were killed last Thursday when their school bus overturned headed to band camp in Pennsylvania.
The 77-year-old retired history teacher was a volunteer chaperone on the bus that was headed to band camp in Pennsylvania when it overturned last Thursday on I-84 near Wawayanda.
The 77-year-old retired history teacher was a volunteer chaperone on the bus that was headed to band camp in Pennsylvania when it overturned last Thursday on I-84 in Orange County. CBS New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
Friends and loved ones gathered to remember Beatrice Ferrari, the 77-year-old retired history teacher and volunteer chaperone killed in last week's school bus crash on the way to band camp in Pennsylvania.
New York Department of Transportation says Regency Transportation was on the list because of failed inspections.
Bus operators on the list can still operate, but they face more scrutiny and more rigorous inspections from the state. CBS New York investigative reporter Tim McNicholas has the story.
Two adults were killed and five students were critically injured in last week's crash in Orange County.
Wakes continued Tuesday for the two teachers killed in last week's crash in Orange County, as "Daler strong" takes on a new meaning. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
The Farmingdale community continues to mourn the loss of its marching band leader and a retired teacher after last week's deadly school bus crash. CBS New York's John Dias reports.
Trip chaperone Beatrice Ferrari and band leader Gina Pellettiere died when the coach bus overturned on I-84.
The community is rallying behind the victims of the charter bus crash in Orange County. CBS New York's Jenna DeAngelis has the latest.
Jalen Brunson is now an NBA champion and NBA Finals MVP.
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The New York Knicks captured their first NBA championship in 53 years with a 94-90 win over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Saturday night.
Vinícius Júnior scored an equalizing goal in the 32nd minute to give five-time champion Brazil a 1-1 draw against Morocco.
Eli White homered and matched a career high with three hits Saturday, leading the Atlanta Braves to a 3-1 win over the New York Mets.
Jalen Brunson is now an NBA champion and NBA Finals MVP.
New York Knicks fans waited more than half a century to win another NBA title, and they finally have their moment to celebrate.
The New York Knicks captured their first NBA championship in 53 years with a 94-90 win over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Saturday night.
The 2026 Puerto Rican Day Parade steps off in Midtown Manhattan on Sunday, amid a busy weekend in the city.
The Knicks beat the Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals to win their first championship since 1973.
Dangerous heat is building across the Tri-State Area with the threat of severe storms, making Thursday and Friday First Alert Weather Days.
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The Stamford Fire Department said high winds ripped the 3,000-square-foot flag off the pole atop the WWE building and sent it flying into electrical wires.
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It's unseasonably warm in New York City on Wednesday as humidity adds to the summer-like weather. There's also a slight chance for showers in parts of the Tri-State Area.
Vinícius Júnior scored an equalizing goal in the 32nd minute to give five-time champion Brazil a 1-1 draw against Morocco.
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Leaders from around the Tri-State Area are encouraging fans to use public transportation to get to and from the World Cup matches.
More hot weather will engulf the New York City area on Saturday, but it won't be as humid.
After a 10-year fight, a Long Island mother's push for family court reforms is nearing the finish line.
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The man accused of driving drunk and killing a Nassau County police officer in January has changed his plea to guilty.
Long Island reporter Jennifer McLogan was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Folio Awards Luncheon.
Dangerous heat is building across the Tri-State Area with the threat of severe storms, making Thursday and Friday First Alert Weather Days.
The U.S. military has killed Niño Guerrero, the alleged leader of Venezuela-based gang Tren de Aragua, President Trump announced Friday.
Paramount Skydance's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery would not harm U.S. consumers or weaken competition, DOJ antitrust enforcers said.
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A federal appellate court denied a last-minute attempt by the Trump administration to stop the removal of President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center on Friday.
Early voting in the 2026 New York primary election is underway.
New York broadcast giant Bill Ritter announced Friday he is stepping down from the WABC anchor desk after being diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer's.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
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New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is urging people to donate blood ahead of the summer months.
There's no vaccine for the Bourbon virus, nor medicine to treat it, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
New York broadcast giant Bill Ritter announced Friday he is stepping down from the WABC anchor desk after being diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer's.
Taylor Swift attended Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday.
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Madonna performed a surprise concert in Times Square weeks before the release of her "Confessions II" album.
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Vinícius Júnior scored an equalizing goal in the 32nd minute to give five-time champion Brazil a 1-1 draw against Morocco.
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Harlem's historic Cotton Club recently announced it was up for sale. The news comes as jazz clubs across the borough disappear.
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People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
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