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  Kathy Hochul   NEW YORK — Kathy Hochul has won reelection as governor of New York, defeating Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman in a closely watched gubernatorial contest that put affordability, taxes, energy costs, immigration and public safety at the center of the campaign. The Associated Press has reported Hochul's victory, giving the Democratic governor another term in Albany and bringing an end to Blakeman's campaign to become New York's next governor. For Hochul, the victory represents another important chapter in her political career. She made history in 2021 when she became New York's first female governor after Andrew Cuomo resigned. She subsequently won her first full term in 2022 and has now secured another electoral victory. For Bruce Blakeman, the Republican Nassau County executive, the outcome marks the end of an ambitious statewide campaign. Blakeman entered the race promising a different direction for New York, focusing heavily on the cost of living...

  The Hamptons Summer 2026 From celebrity gatherings and multimillion-dollar collector cars to charitable fundraisers, fashion, Broadway talent and the Hamptons International Film Festival, we look back at the people and events that defined the East End's 2026 social season. The Hamptons have always held a special place in the world of New York high society. Every summer, Manhattan's familiar faces head east, joining longtime East End residents, celebrities, business leaders, philanthropists, artists and entrepreneurs for a season unlike any other. The attraction is easy to understand. Beautiful beaches, extraordinary estates, historic villages, fashionable restaurants and a seemingly endless calendar of social events combine to create one of America's most recognizable summer destinations. But the Hamptons is about more than expensive homes and exclusive invitations. Beneath the glamour is a community with a rich history, a thriving arts scene, important environmental orga...

  Hunters Point South NYC East River View There are few places in New York City where you can stand along the water, look across the East River at the spectacular Manhattan skyline, and feel as though you have discovered a little piece of paradise. Hunters Point South, in Long Island City, Queens, is one of those special places. What was once an industrial stretch of factories, warehouses, railroad facilities and working waterfront has become one of the most attractive residential and recreational neighborhoods in New York City. Today, its beautiful parks, waterfront promenades, restaurants and impressive residential buildings have helped transform Long Island City into a destination for residents and visitors alike. And while the views of Manhattan are certainly a major attraction, there is much more to Hunters Point South than its skyline. A Waterfront With a History Long before luxury apartment buildings and landscaped parks arrived, this part of Queens was a center of industry....

  Patrick Stewart The beloved British actor who conquered television, Hollywood and Broadway leaves behind an extraordinary legacy. From Captain Jean-Luc Picard to Professor Charles Xavier, Stewart was a commanding presence on screen and a respected figure in the theater world. The entertainment world is mourning the loss of Sir Patrick Stewart, the legendary British actor whose extraordinary career spanned more than six decades and made him one of the most recognizable and respected performers in the world. Stewart, who died at 86 on October 28, 2026, in Los Angeles, was best known to millions of fans as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek: The Next Generation and Professor Charles Xavier in the enormously successful X-Men film franchise. His death was announced on October 29 by his longtime spokesperson. He had been living with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body dementia. But to describe Stewart simply as a television and movie star would fail to capture the full story of a remar...

Leesa Rowland With Marc Bouwer   New York’s Halloween season this year had a close encounter of the glamorous kind as actress, philanthropist and animal advocate Leesa Rowland and Larry Wohl with co-host, fashion designer Marc Bouwer invited guests to venture beyond the stars for their annual Halloween extravaganza.  This year’s celebration, “Calling All Aliens Home: Forbidden Planet,” transported New York’s social scene into an intergalactic fantasy where extraterrestrial imagination met high fashion, theatrical costumes and a healthy dose of Halloween mischief. This year, “Forbidden Planet” provided a new universe of possibilities for guests eager to push the boundaries of Halloween costume. From celestial couture and metallic space-age ensembles to mysterious alien visitors and interplanetary royalty, the evening was an imaginative collision of New York society and science-fiction spectacle, a gathering unlike anything on Earth. Notable attendees included: Leesa Rowland, La...

TIMES SQUARE GOSSIP EDITORIAL  James Edstrom I have known Bruce Blakeman since I was a kid. I knew his family long before politics became what it is today. I adored his mother, Betty Blakeman, and I will always have affection for the family. This is not written by someone who never knew Bruce or who has always opposed him. Quite the opposite. In 2010, I supported Bruce Blakeman. I was a Republican then, and I believed in the Republican Party as I understood it at the time. Years later, I changed my party affiliation to Democrat because I no longer recognized the direction the Republican Party was taking. Today, I am voting for Kathy Hochul for governor of New York. That decision comes from my own experiences, my own convictions, and my belief that we are at a critical moment in our country's history. I can love people from my past without supporting the politics they embrace today. I can cherish memories of a family I have known for years and still believe that the political choice...

  Alberto Luzzi Jewelry Celebration Cake  Italian jewelry designer Alberto Luzzi held a celebration of the first year of the flagship SoHo store located at 102 Thompson Street in New York City with over 200 well-wishers coming to the share the celebration. Alberto Luzzi and business partner Nic Canal welcomed guests for an evening of champagne, caviar, a viewing of the designer’s fine-jewelry collection and one-of-a-kind creations. Guests celebrated the success of the business and also enjoyed a slice of anniversary cake.   Lisa Blanco Nic Canal And Alberto Luzzi Carmen D'Alessio Luzzi has spent more than two decades in jewelry design, creating pieces characterized by sculptural forms, texture, movement and color. Our collections run from sterling silver and gold Vermeil to fine jewelry in 14K and 18K gold with diamonds, emeralds, sapphires and aquamarines, including engagement rings and custom-made pieces.   About Alberto Luzzi:    Alberto Luzzi is a fine ...