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With Hurricane Beryl threatening, many Jamaicans in NYC keep tabs on family
FLATBUSH, Brooklyn (PIX11) — Even though it’s 1,500 miles away, many people in the New York metro area are keeping a close eye on the path of Hurricane Beryl, since they have loved ones there who are potentially in danger from the storm. With Beryl being the only hurricane to reach Category 5 status this […]
Council speaker says budget deal emerged ‘very painfully’
City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams said the council and the Adams administration got to a budget agreement “very painfully.”. “It took a lot to get us to where we finally got to and that is a fantastic budget, but it was not an easy road to get there. The council started with zero, negative zero,” she told NY1 political anchor Errol Louis on “Inside City Hall” Tuesday.
Boys & Girls Club of Harlem faces possible after-school program closures
NEW YORK -- Earlier this year, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced an end to pandemic-era funds for after-school programming across the state in favor of a new plan. That decision may have a major impact on the children who rely on the Boys & Girls Club of Harlem.The club offers enrichment for 2,200 kids in kindergarten through 12th grade, including college prep and paid internships, as well as the all-important after-school program at five nearby public schools and the clubhouse on West 145th Street."I grew up five blocks away from this clubhouse," said CEO Sharon Joseph. "I'm a first gen, so...
Juvenile red-tailed hawk getting the washing and drying down in Tompkins Square Park
An EVG reader spotted one of the young red-tailed hawks bathing in the water spray in the Avenue B playground in Tompkins Square Park... ... and later, this 2024 offspring of resident red-tailed hawks Amelia and Christo went into drying mode... standing and flapping its wings... The hawks continue to...
Temps in 80s, humidity rising in tri-state forecast
High temps will be in the mid and upper 80s on Wednesday in the tri-state area. Humidity levels are expected to increase towards the evening. PIX11 meteorologist Mr. G has more details in the seven-day forecast.
Solo exhibition of works by Pavlina Vagioni opens at The Opening Gallery
NEW YORK, NY.- The Opening Gallery will present "Medusa Unraveling," a captivating solo exhibition by multi-media Greek artist Pavlina Vagioni. This enigmatic exploration of themes encompassing power, fear and protection presents wall-mounted works which delve into Greek mythology and various presentations of the Gorgon Medusa. Medusa's story, reinterpreted through various lenses over time, reveals social and gender dynamics influenced by prejudice and fear spanning from ancient times through to today. Visitors to the exhibition's opening will be able to engage directly with the artist and gain deeper insights into this dynamic mythical figure. The exhibit opening takes place on Monday, July 8th 2024 and both artist and curator will be present at the opening reception.
Fatherhood and Family Resource Center coming to East Harlem NYCHA development
EAST HARLEM, Manhattan (PIX11) — A group of fathers is helping open up a much-needed community center at a NYCHA development in East Harlem. The Fatherhood and Family Resource Center is coming to the Carver Houses at East 99th Street and Madison Avenue. The fathers decided to create the resource center after parents in East […]
Family of 4-year-old girl meets organ recipient from New York
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A 4-year-old girl from Fort Wayne tragically died after she was found unresponsive in an Evansville apartment. 21Alive reporter Emilia Miles found out she donated her organs and the recipient of her kidneys found her family on social media. An honor walk was held for...
Hudson River greenway goes electric — but enforcement seems short-circuited
BY OTTO FRITTON | Though the Hudson River greenway lays claim to being the most heavily used bicycle route in the United States, there is an ongoing struggle over enforcement of the bike path’s rules and regulations for electric vehicles, as well as to protect pedestrians. Though e-vehicles are...
Potential for bad gas situations on the minds of Westchester inspectors
NEW YORK -- CBS New York told you last week about multiple vehicles suffering significant damage after filling up at a gas station in Queens after water somehow got into the underground storage tanks.The city's Department of Consumer and Worker Protection said it sent an inspector to test the gasoline again Tuesday to make sure the issue has been resolved.Protecting you from that is very much on the radar of other local consumer protection officials.Westchester County officials are on the caseTanks that hold the fuel that flows through the pumps and into your vehicle are buried underground at more than...
CHEAP THERAPY By Hoes With Feelings Returns This Month
End your summer Friday with your favorite non-profesh therapists with a jammed-pack show of comedy, therapy, and unhinged advice on Friday, July 12th at 9 pm!. Join Karolena Theresa and Melissa Rich as they provide laughs and unsolicited advice to the show's guest comedians and audience. After each comic's set, they will receive a therapy session from our favorite Hoes with Feelings hosts to unpack an issue and see what's really hiding behind those jokes.
Mayor Adams vows to clean up Times Square area to improve tourism
NEW YORK -- A major crackdown on public safety and quality-of-life issues is underway near Times Square.Mayor Eric Adams on Tuesday announced a new Midtown Community Improvement Coalition to clean up the vital source of tourism dollars.As CBS New York's Marcia Kramer reports, it's all about dollars and cents because tourism is a big industry in New York City. Last year, it brought in $48 billion in direct spending, but that was only 93% of pre-pandemic levels. The mayor wants a full recovery and then some.Adams recently toured Time Square and was not pleasedThe mayor found the area sadly wanting....
Belmont Park winter racing to take place on a synthetic surface when the track reopens in 2026
Winter racing at Belmont Park will take place exclusively on a synthetic surface when the New York track reopens in 2026, a move made with the hope of keeping horses and jockeys safer and improving year-round conditions when also running on dirt and turf. The New York Racing Association unveiled...
New York’s Real Estate Market May Be Starting to Turn
No one can remember the last time there was a buyer’s market in New York. We may be looking at one now. With a glut of for-sale apartments and prices that are finally starting to creep down, a handful of appraisal firms are officially labeling New York City a “buyer’s market.” (Sorry, renters; we looked for good news, but couldn’t find any.)
Adams administration says it fought for restorations too
The budget game may be over, but City Hall still has the final deal on its mind. This year’s $112 billion budget included many restorations for things like libraries, education and cultural institutions. Mayor Eric Adams on Tuesday said his administration was fighting just as hard for the money...
Norman Kleeblatt’s Very New York Story
As an independent publication, we rely on readers like you to fund our journalism and keep our reporting and criticism free and accessible to all. If you value our coverage and want to support more of it, consider becoming a member today. This article is part of Hyperallergic’s 2024 Pride...
NYC officials call for extended lifeguard hours after teens drowned off Rockaways
NEW YORK - New York City officials are calling for new swim safety measures in the aftermath of two teens drowning in the waters off Rockaway Beach two weeks ago. On June 21, Elyjha Chandler, 16 and Christian Perkins, 17, vanished in the waters off Jacob Riis Park after a swim. Their bodies were recovered last weekend.
FTC says gig company Arise misled consumers about how much money they could make on its platform
NEW YORK (AP) — The Federal Trade Commission is taking action against a gig work company, saying it misled people about the money they could make on its platform. Arise Virtual Solutions reached a settlement with the FTC, agreeing to pay $7 million to workers the FTC says were harmed by the company's misconduct. Arise is a technology platform that connects major companies with customer service agents who freelance on its platform.
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