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The Post was on the scene across the country Monday, following the path of totality for today’s historic total solar eclipse — from locales in Houston, Texas; Indianapolis and Bloomington, Indiana; Erie, Pennsylvania; Syracuse, New York; and of course New York City and the tri-state region.

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What we covered, in New York City and beyond, during the solar eclipse:

Hundreds gather in Times Square to view the eclipse

By Jonah Elkowitz

Solar eclipse visible in Times Square, New York City, with crowds of people observing
The solar eclipse is seen in Times Square in New York City Eric Kowalsky / MEGA
Solar eclipse viewed from Times Square in New York City with crowd of people observing
Hundreds gather in Times Square in New York City to view the eclipse. Eric Kowalsky / MEGA
Solar eclipse viewed from Times Square, New York City, on April 8, 2024, with a man in a cowboy hat and sunglasses playing a guitar.
The Naked Cowboy, a New York City icon, made sure to wear his eclipse glasses. Eric Kowalsky / MEGA
A man wearing green glasses looking at a solar eclipse in Times Square, New York City
Times Square is one of many gathering spots for those who wanted to view the eclipse. Eric Kowalsky / MEGA
Woman wearing sunglasses standing in Times Square, viewing the solar eclipse in New York
A woman views the solar eclipse in Times Square, Monday, April 8, 2024. AP

Senators' 'First and final meeting of the Committee on the Eclipse'

By Jonah Elkowitz

Senator Mark Warner shared a photo on X of the "First and final meeting of the Committee on the Eclipse," with senators examining the eclipse from the U.S. Capitol.

First and final meeting of the Committee on the Eclipse! pic.twitter.com/HQjxU0bdMC

— Mark Warner (@MarkWarner) April 8, 2024

Syracuse University seniors celebrate total eclipse of their college years: 'When we started college in 2020, it was the opposite of this'

By Isabel Bekele

At Syracuse University, students, Central New York locals, and tourists flocked to the campus’ grounds to catch a glimpse of the solar eclipse. 

Seniors at the university, which is in a prime location on the path of totality, said there’s something eerie about experiencing such a historic event right before graduation. 

“There’s something about this being our final year and the fact that there’s a big cosmic event we get to witness,” says Zaria Felix, a film major at Syracuse University. Isabel Bekele
Central New York locals, and tourists flocked to the campus’ grounds to catch a glimpse of the solar eclipse.  Isabel Bekele
“When we started college in 2020, it was the opposite of this and there was no community," student Sarah Adams said. "Seeing everybody out here on the quad is such a cool experience."  Isabel Bekele

“There’s something about this being our final year and the fact that there’s a big cosmic event we get to witness,” says Zaria Felix, a film major. “We’re all just excited to see nature do its thing.” 

Felix is celebrating the eclipse with a group of friends, among them fellow film student Sarah Adams.

“I really love the idea that we’re able to come and bond together,” said Adams. “When we started college in 2020, it was the opposite of this and there was no community. Seeing everybody out here on the quad is such a cool experience." 

Eclipse is over for all land areas

By Kaydi Pelletier

The solar eclipse is out to sea.

The rare phenomenon viewed seen by millions of people in North America on Monday made its last showing over land in Newfoundland, Canada just before 5 p.m. ET.

The U.S. won't see its next total solar eclipse until 2044.

Skiers and hikers take in the view of the total eclipse from the Appalachian Trail at the summit of Saddleback Mountain, Monday, April 8, 2024, near Rangeley, Maine. AP
Visitors were urged to stay on rocky surfaces to avoid trampling the fragile vegetation. AP
Skiers and hikers watch the moon move in front of the sun from the Appalachian Trail at the summit of Saddleback Mountain. AP
The next total solar eclipse won't be visible in the contiguous U.S. un til 2044. AP

School's out: College students party in Bloomington, Indiana to view the eclipse

By Jordan Levy and Jonah Elkowitz

Watch the full transition as seen from Bloomington, Indiana, where bars in the college town — home to Indiana University, which canceled classes Monday — marked the occasion by serving eclipse-themed cocktails.

Group of girls at Kilroy's on Kirkwood, Bloomington, Indiana, showing off their eclipse glasses and enjoying eclipse viewing from the patio
In Bloomington, Indiana: College students at Kilroy's on Kirkwood show off their eclipse glasses as they enjoy the view from the patio. Jordan Levy for NY Post
Group of girls at Kilroy's on Kirkwood in Bloomington, Indiana, wearing eclipse glasses and enjoying the eclipse from the patio
College students packed the patio — some of whom arrived before 10 a.m. Jordan Levy for NY Post
A group of people observing an almost full eclipse from a rooftop in Bloomington, Indiana at 3:05pm
Views from Bloomington, Indiana. The eclipse almost had full darkness at 3:05pm. Jordan Levy for NY Post
Louise Haigh and a group of people observing the nearly full eclipse in Bloomington, Indiana at 3:05pm
The eclipse almost had full darkness at 3:05pm. Jordan Levy for NY Post
Special solar eclipse themed cocktails on a table at the Upstairs Pub in Bloomington, Indiana.
Special solar eclipse themed cocktails are being served at the Upstairs Pub in Bloomington, Indiana. Jordan Levy for NY Post

NYC couples get married during the solar eclipse: 'It’s either a good omen or a bad omen'

By Kyle Schnitzer and Kaydi Pelletier

Wedding bells and protective eyewear.

Two New York City couples picked a historic day to tie the knot, heading to the NYC Marriage Bureau in downtown Manhattan to start their marriages in synch with the solar eclipse.

Lexi Marrero, 40, and Angel Marrero, 53, dated for 26 years after meeting as kids growing up in Bushwick, where they still live with one child.

"I didn’t even plan that!" Lexi Marrero said of her eclipse-day wedding to her longtime love, Angel. Steven Hirsch

“I set this date without knowing it was an eclipse," Lexi told The Post. "I was happy realizing the eclipse was today — I didn’t even plan that! How awesome is that?”

As for taking the leap after all this time?

Lexi and Angel Marrero and family picked eclipse day to get married and of course, brought glasses for the occasion. Steven Hirsch

“She deserved it,” Angel said with a laugh.

For Vivian, 30, and Josh, 32, who live in midtown Manhattan, today's spacey significance was definitely not an accident.

For Vivian, 30, and Josh, 32, who live in midtown Manhattan, today's spacey significance was definitely not an accident. Steven Hirsch

'I’m a dork and I love space," Josh told The Post of their "very cool" wedding date. "It’s either a good omen or a bad omen — it’s an interesting omen.”

The couple got together 4 1/2 years ago after meeting on the dating app Coffee Meets Bagel. Steven Hirsch
"It’s either a good omen or a bad omen — it’s an interesting omen," Josh said. Steven Hirsch

Viewers at NYC's Edge at Hudson Yards soak in solar eclipse: photos

By Post Staff
People gather at watch the Solar Eclipse at Edge Hudson Yards on April 08, 2024.
People gather at watch the solar eclipse at Edge Hudson Yards on April 08, 2024. Erik Pendzich/Shutterstock
People look toward the sky at the 'Edge at Hudson Yards' observation deck.
People look toward the sky at the "Edge at Hudson Yards" observation deck. AFP via Getty Images
Eclipse viewers glance up at the sky for the once-in-a-lifetime moment.
Eclipse viewers glance up at the sky for the once-in-a-lifetime moment. Erik Pendzich/Shutterstock

Yankees take in the solar spectacle in the Bronx, cancel batting practice

By Dan Martin

The Yankees cancelled on-field batting practice during the solar eclipse at Yankee Stadium on Monday.

Their Monday game against the Marlins was pushed Thursday from its original 2:05 p.m. start time back to 6:05 p.m. due to the eclipse.

New York Yankees pitcher Carlos Rodón #55, wearing protective glasses looking at the sun during the Solar Eclipse on the field at Yankee Stadium on Monday. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post
Yankees second baseman Gleyber Torres #25 got a look too. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post
New York Yankees outfielder Juan Soto #22 held on tight to his protective eyewear. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post
Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole also took in the spectacle. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post
And Yanks manager Aaron Boone wasn't about to miss this. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post

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DOT warns eclipse travelers: Expect heavy traffic, stay put for now

By Taylor Knight

Spectators can anticipate heavy traffic as they leave areas in the path of totality.

The Department of Transportation advises people to stay where they until traffic eases up and check road conditions before heading home to help avoid traffic jams.

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