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AWMF Announces ‘Gracies Day Of Giving’
• The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF) is proud to announce the inaugural Gracies Day of Giving on Friday, July 26, in honor of the birthday of the namesake of the Gracie Awards, the late Gracie Allen (pictured). This special day is dedicated to raising funds that directly impact the foundation’s mission of creating positive change in media by producing educational programs, recognition events and scholarships that benefit students pursuing careers in media.
July 20-21: Black River Festival
The Black River Festival will be held on Saturday, July 20 and Sunday July 21 at the Challengers Raft Base, camping will also be available with honesty box contribution — suggested $10. $5 entry fee per event. Winner of each event gets bragging rights and the entry fees of all participants for that event. Saturday […]
UGE completes 510-kW community solar array on Staten Island shopping center
New York City-based solar developer UGE has just energized its latest rooftop community solar project in greater New York City. Located in Staten Island, the 510-kW project sits atop a shopping plaza. UGE now owns and operates 10 rooftop community solar projects in greater New York City, with another two in the final stages of construction.
The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 7/16/2024
The latest venture capital, seed, pre-seed, and angel deals for NYC startups for 7/16/2024 featuring funding details for itselectric, Welcome Technology Corporation, and much more. This page will be updated throughout the day to reflect any new fundings. itselectric – $6.5M. itselectric, an EV curbside charging infrastructure startup, has...
In New York, wage theft violators get millions in government contracts
This story originally appeared in ProPublica on July 15, 2024. It is shared here with permission under a Creative Commons (CC BY-NC-ND 3.0) license. This article was produced for ProPublica’s Local Reporting Network in partnership with Documented. Sign up for Dispatches to get stories like this one as soon as they are published.
When will Lower Hudson Valley get a break from heat, humidity? The latest information
The National Weather Service has extended a heat advisory issued Monday for the Lower Hudson Valley until Wednesday evening at 9 p.m. The National Weather Service said a heat advisory is issued when the heat index, the combination of heat and humidity, is predicted to feel like "95 to 99 degrees for two or more consecutive days...
Short on students, Reform Judaism’s seminary introduces remote ordination program
Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, the flagship rabbinical school of Reform Judaism, will allow students to pursue ordination remotely, the school announced Tuesday, part of a program overhaul that aims to reverse plummeting enrollment. Beginning in 2025, HUC will offer two ordination tracks — one based at its New York and Los Angeles campuses,...
Exclusive: RFK Jr. Campaign Operative Arrested For Violating Protective Order Against Woman He Allegedly Beat
Trent Pool, who serves as a paid consultant on the Robert F. Kennedy Jr. independent presidential campaign. was arrested in May in Dallas, Mediaite has learned. The post Exclusive: RFK Jr. Campaign Operative Arrested For Violating Protective Order Against Woman He Allegedly Beat first appeared on Mediaite.
Jamie xx Announces Club Residencies in New York and Los Angeles
Jamie xx will bring his club residency, the Floor, to New York and Los Angeles this summer, after launching the night at London’s Venue MOT earlier this year. The DJ will bring surprise guests to the residencies in Bushwick and downtown Los Angeles, with venues to be revealed later. The Brooklyn dates run from July 23-27 before he settles in in Los Angeles from July 30 to August 3. His new album, In Waves, will follow on September 20; the dates are preceded by his headline set at Pitchfork Music Festival in Chicago.
Police seize nearly 25 pounds of narcotics during drug bust in the Bronx: officials
THE BRONX, N.Y. (PIX11) — Two individuals were arrested on Friday after police seized nearly 25 pounds of narcotics and a gun from an apartment in the Bronx, according to officials. Carlos Torres and Martin Figueroa were arraigned on multiple drug and weapon charges. The arrests stemmed from an undercover investigation, during which Torres allegedly […]
Belleville recreation seeks volunteer coaches for all sports
Belleville recreation seeks volunteer coaches for all sports. Coaching applications available online or at the recreation department. The Jersey Bee’s staff includes producers and editors who work together to gather, verify, and report useful local news and information.
Tribute Service Friday for Montclair Schools Superintendent
Montclair will gather Friday at a tribute service for Montclair Schools Superintendent Dr. Jonathan Ponds who died Friday. “Dear Families, we continue to mourn the passing of Dr. Ponds who worked tirelessly to serve the students and families of the Montclair Public Schools. He will live forever in our minds and hearts and his legacy will continue,” the district wrote in a message to Montclair Public School families.
Nominations open for 2024 Gay City News Impact Awards
Sign up for our Gay City News email newsletter to get news, updates, and local insights delivered straight to your inbox!. The 2024 Gay City News Impact Awards gala is just four months away — and nominations are now open. The annual awards event, now in its ninth year,...
Expert calls NRA’s spending policies a ‘dumpster fire’ as gun group’s civil trial begins a new phase
New York — The second phase of the trial in a civil lawsuit against the National Rifle Association began Monday in Manhattan, with New York Attorney General Letitia James seeking an independent monitor to oversee the powerful gun rights group’s finances. In addition, the Democrat wants Wayne LaPierre,...
Get free Butterbeer ice cream at Harry Potter New York store this weekend
MANHATTAN, N.Y. (PIX11) – The Harry Potter New York flagship store is giving out free Butterbeer ice cream in celebration of National Ice Cream Day. You can grab the free butterscotch-inspired ice cream from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. on July 21. The store is now offering a pint of Butterbeer ice cream along with […]
'Bad Kreyol' sets Off-Broadway cast
Dominique Morisseau's new play about two distant cousins reuniting is a co-production of Manhattan Theatre Club and Signature Theatre, and it begins in October. Manhattan Theatre Club and Signature Theatre have set the complete cast for their co-production of Bad Kreyol off Broadway, a new play by Dominique Morisseau. Performances will run from October 8 to December 1 at the Pershing Square Signature Center, with an official opening night to be announced.
Izzy’s Boxing and Fitness opened in Montclair
Izzy’s Boxing and Fitness, a boxing and fitness training facility, opened in Montclair. The gym is located at 356 Bloomfield Ave. and is open mornings and evenings. The Jersey Bee’s staff includes producers and editors who work together to gather, verify, and report useful local news and information.
Bill Maher, Tracy Morgan will perform at NYC comedy festival
NEW YORK (PIX11) – Comedy giants Bill Maher, Tracy Morgan and Jeff Arcuri will headline an eight-day festival in New York City this November. Tickets for the 20th anniversary of the NY Comedy Festival go on sale July 22 at 11 a.m., which will include over 20 shows at venues like the Beacon Theater, Town […]
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