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13 Free NYC Concerts You Don’t Want To Miss This Summer
You don’t have to spend a lot to enjoy live music in the Big Apple this summer. The city does the work of offering something for everyone with its free concerts. Doing so showcases the talent and diversity of the performers who cherish New York City and its stages. Moreover, it gives music lovers and summertime city explorers an affordable thing to do.
Long Island Home of Former Aide to Governor Kathy Hochul Searched by FBI
A former aide to former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and current New York Governor Kathy Hochul was searched by the FBI on Tuesday, according to reports. The reason for the search of the home of Linda Sun – who as of yet has not been accused of a crime – was carried out has not yet been disclosed by the FBI, with a spokesperson merely responding to media inquiries by stating that that agency’s operatives “conducted court-authorized law enforcement activity in Manhasset.”
8 years later, fight continues to get "Kyra's Law" passed in N.Y.
MANHASSET, N.Y. -- It has been eight years since a little Long Island girl died at the hands of her own father.Since then, her mother has worked to save other families from a similar fate.But the question many are asking is why hasn't her bill become law yet?Kyra Franchetti's tragic story Kyra Franchetti of Manhasset was shot and killed as she slept by her abusive father during a court-ordered visitation. He then doused the home with gasoline in what was determined to be a murder-suicide.Pain was etched on the faces of parents, their children, and community leaders as they sent a...
Some New Yorkers with SNAP benefits can purchase hot meals
NEW YORK -- Some New Yorkers who get Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, benefits may now be able to purchase hot meals.City lawmakers say they are hoping more restaurants will participate as they look to expand options for residents. Here's who is eligibleThe Restaurant Meals Program is only available to certain SNAP households. It includes individuals ages 60 or older, those with disabilities, and individuals experiencing homelessness.State Sen. Roxanne Persaud, who represents District 19 in Brooklyn, sponsored the legislation and said she hopes to expand the program quickly to give New Yorkers who qualify more options."My dream is that every...
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