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Schumer’s office calls report he told Biden to drop out ‘idle speculation’
The office of Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) on Wednesday criticized reporting from ABC News that the New York Democrat told President Joe Biden during a one-on-one meeting this weekend to drop out of the race. Schumer’s office did not explicitly deny the reporting but labeled it “idle speculation” of a private conversation. “Unless […]
AOC blasts Ramaswamy after RNC speech criticizing progressives: 'Try giving a damn about other people'
New York Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez blasted Vivek Ramaswamy for his speech at the Republican National Convention, ridiculing his message to college students. "And our message to Gen Z is this. You're going to be the generation that actually saves this country. You want to be a rebel? You want to be a hippie? You want to stick it to the man? Show up on you college campus and try calling yourself a conservative," Ramaswamy said as he concluded his address.
Historic Ship La Amistad Will Soon Dock in Kingston
KINGSTON – Hudson River Maritime Museum announced that it will host the Amistad Saturday, August 3-Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at their Kingston Waterfront campus. The 129-foot schooner is a replica of the 19th century ship, La Amistad, which became widely known for the 1839 uprising of enslaved captives from Sierra Leone who overthrew the crew and commandeered the ship into waters off the coast of New York. Tours of the ship and other public programming will be offered while they are anchored at the Kingston Waterfront. Tickets and more information can be found at www.hrmm.org/amistad.
New owners at former Terni’s hope to become Main St. staple
MILLERTON — On Thursday, July 4, The Dutchess Trading Co. hosted a soft opening in the former Terni’s General Store. “We had the full range of reactions, people saying ‘Oh, I love the store,’ not knowing the story, and people who were almost emotional and crying,” said Jason Jobson, one of The Dutchess Trading Co. partners.
Popular Hudson Valley Sports Personality Leaves Team After 28 Years
A familiar voice at games across the Hudson Valley for many years has announced he is no longer with a local team. If you have ever spent an evening at Dutchess Stadium, (now called Heritage Financial Park) the odds are you've heard his voice over the public address system announcing game information and leading stadium fans through many different contests throughout a baseball game.
New Play Explores Displacement and Migration Wordlessly
MIGRATIONS is a wordless play with original sound design exploring journeys of displacement and migration. It is drawn from interviews with displaced people and personal stories of the international performance collective Long Story Short. It’s being presented Friday, July 19, at NACL in Highland Lake, NY by Long Story Short...
Sayreville National Night Out on August 6, 2024
SAYREVILLE, NJ - The Sayreville Police Department will host their annual National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 6, at Veteran's Park (behind Borough Hall). This event will run from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and give Sayreville residents the chance to meet Sayreville Police Officers, Firemen, and EMS workers, as well as see Sayreville Police Cars, Firetrucks, and Ambulances.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER National Night Out will also feature bounce houses, music, food, and Rita's Ice. For more information, email communityoutreach@sayreville.com. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Check out this insane footage from last night's crazy storm in NYC
Here at Time Out New York, we like to fashion ourselves amateur meteorologists. So, when we heard that it was going to thunderstorm last night, we were delighted at the mere of thought of cleaner, crisper air defining our today. Alas, it's still gross, muggy and way-too-hot outside, despite that...
New York City Council votes to create more uniform dress code policy for public schools
The New York City Council voted Thursday to approve legislation requiring the education department to create a more uniform dress code policy, amid criticisms that some schools discriminate against students for what they wear to class.Dress code policies in public schools vary widely, as schools are permitted to adopt individual dress code policies at their own discretion.Some council members believe that promotes unequal enforcement, that has "unfairly targeted and criminalized LGBTQ+ students and students of color."The bills voted on Thursday call for a more "inclusive school dress code policy" that "accounts for diverse cultures, gender expressions, and body diversity.""Uneven dress...
Bayonne City Council OKs 182-unit project with rec center, no affordable housing
The Bayonne City Council approved the second reading of an ordinance for a new development on West 25th Street with 182 units, none of which are affordable housing, and a recreation center at last night’s meeting. “How many affordable housing units are in it?” former Council President Sharon Ashe-Nadrowski...
Jersey City Job Fair Set for July 25. Wide Range of Employers Set to Participate
JERSEY CITY, NJ - The Jack and Ronnie McGreevey Civic Association will be hosting a job fair for the residents of Hudson County at 11am on July 25th at 73 Martin Luther King Drive in Jersey City. Employers from a range of sectors, including transportation, public safety, and education, will be in attendance for what is sure to be a great celebration of our region’s growing economic opportunity. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER All jobseekers are encouraged to register and attend, especially those with the relevant training and/or work experience needed to flourish within one of the organizations present. The current list of attending employers includes the Jersey City Police Department, Council for Airport Opportunity, Jersey City POBAA, New York State Dept of Corrections and Community Supervision, TSA, the Newark Board of Education, PCF, NJ Transit, Primerica, Stop and Shop, Always Home Care, Western Carriers, and BAYADA. Interested employers and jobseekers are encouraged to register at mcgreeveycivicassn.com or by scanning the QR code included. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Ex-Solomon COS Bustamante joins Kim campaign as statewide political director
Laura Bustamante, a former chief of staff to Jersey City Ward E Councilman James Solomon, has joined the campaign of Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Andy Kim, the congressman in New Jersey’s 3rd District. “I am excited to welcome Laura to our team to help restore integrity and trust to...
Brick Recreation Director Charged With Stealing Permit Fees From Township
Brick Township Recreation Director Dan Santaniello has been arrested and charged with stealing permit fees paid by taxpayers to the township, authorities and officials confirmed Thursday morning. Santaniello, 46, a well-known and well-liked figure at town hall who has led the Recreation Department since 2015, was charged with theft and...
Housing lottery launches for 31 senior apartments on Staten Island
Housing lottery applications are open for 31 rent-stabilized apartments at a new development on Staten Island. New Yorkers who earn $56,538 to $218,010 are eligible to apply, depending on the size of the household. Rents start at $1,510 for a one-bedroom apartment. The smoke-free building at 80 Scarboro Ave. in...
‘Pretty nasty bite’: Mayor Adams reacts to councilwoman’s arrest at Brooklyn protest
NEW YORK (PIX11) – Mayor Eric Adams, on the PIX11 Morning News Thursday, addressed the arrest of Councilwoman Susan Zhuang at a protest in Brooklyn a day earlier over a planned homeless shelter. At least seven people, including Zhuang, were arrested during the protest, according to the NYPD. Zhuang is accused of biting a police officer. “It […]
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