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City Doesn't Have Enough Medical Examiners, Union Says
New York City doesn't have enough medical examiners and the union that represents the physicians that work for the city asked the mayor for more funding to hire additional examiners to prevent the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) from collapsing. The physicians from the OCME, represented by Doctors...
City Attempts to Prevent Deadly Lithium-Ion Battery Fires
New York City Mayor Eric Adams launched the New York City Safe Charging Accelerator program to ensure safe e-bike usage and charging, and to prevent deadly lithium-ion battery fires in New York City. As a part of this accelerator, the New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) will propose a...
What to Expect From Jeff Teat in Week 8
What to Expect From Jeff Teat in Week 8 New York Atlas attack-man, Jeff Teat, has already had an exceptional start to the season. With 46 points so far this season, he already has broken the single-season points record. So what can we expect from him going into the weekend? The Atlas will play the Philadelphia Waterdogs this weekend in a heated Eastern Conference matchup. This is the first time this season that these two teams have stepped out on the field together. Teat has a strong ability to get inside, and finish close to the goal, but this doesn’t...
‘One Shot Deal’: NYC program offers emergency aid for bills and rent payments
New York City's emergency assistance program, known as a 'One Shot Deal', can help residents pay their bills and rent in the event of unforeseen emergencies, and eligibility is determined on a case-by-case basis based on income, household size, and other factors.
Early Addition: Olympic swimmers pee in the pool
Because that's how a true competitor marks their territory, here are your early links: A deep dive on the + POOL, tree branches are increasingly falling on subway tracks, actors in movies about the Roman Empire should have Italian accents, and more. [ more › ]
NJ struggling to control deer population
White-tailed deer continue to increase their numbers in suburban areas of New Jersey and even in the cities. The ongoing population growth has been acknowledged by groups and officials as a problem for land owners, drivers, and the state's ecosystem. So what can New Jersey do about it? The same...
Housing Lottery Launches for 18-26 Redfern Avenue in Far Rockaway, Queens
The affordable housing lottery has launched for 18-26 Redfern Avenue, an eight-story community facility and residential building in Far Rockaway, Queens. Designed by Urban Architectural Initiatives and developed by Camber Property Group, the structure yields 59 residences. Available on NYC Housing Connect are 58 units for residents at 60 percent of the area median income (AMI), ranging in eligible income from $48,309 to $100,620.
Popular Restaurant Chain with 30 New York Locations Raising Prices Again
While other restaurants are slashing menu prices to entice diners back through their doors, one well-known chain says their high prices are here to stay. With inflation squeezing more money out of American wallets, less people are going out to eat because of the high menu prices. One example is the fast good industry, which increased prices by 20% since 2019.
Forest Hills Stadium in Queens at Risk of Closure Due to Lawsuit
Forest Hills Stadium in Forest Hills, Queens, has become the target of a lawsuit seeking to shut the historical venue down. The 101-year-old stadium has recently come under fire from locals, who have claimed that the venue’s main concert season lowers the neighborhood’s quality of life. Originally designed...
Some backyard fun and games at EGP Oceanside
The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce hosted a successful Backyard Bash on July 18 on the outdoor patio of EGP Oceanside. The event drew a lively crowd who enjoyed an evening filled with food, drinks, and entertainment. Attendees were treated to an open bar featuring beer and wine, alongside delicious food...
Miley Cyrus in Strappy Minidress “Ruined Her Look” in High Heels
Miley Cyrus received praise for her stylish negligee minidress, but the May 2022 photos that included her sticking her tongue out received mixed reviews. While fans couldn’t fault the 31-year-old’s sleek style as she stepped out in New York City, many felt that a cheeky photo showing her with her tongue out cheapened everything — in fact, she was even told that she’d “ruined her look.”
♟️ Chess Club + HK This Week
Good morning and happy Saturday. We’ve got sunshine and a light breeze today — and tomorrow a little cloud. Afternoon temperatures on both days will be in the high 80s. Enjoy…. A group of Hell’s Kitchen locals have started a new weekly tradition: an evening chess club where...
NYC subway rider punched in face by woman yelling anti-Asian slurs on Q train
NEW YORK - A subway straphanger was punched in the face by another woman yelling anti-Asian slurs on board a Q train. Police say the 28-year-old victim was on the train at the West 57th and 7th Avenue subway station in Manhattan when an unknown woman started yelling at her on July 17.
Volunteers come together to clean up local green space, call on NYC officials for more cleaning efforts
Organizers using this event to call for the City Council to dedicate 1% of the city budget to NYC Parks and Recreation in hopes that would help maintain green spaces like this.
Christmas in July with the Smithtown Sunrise Rotary Club
The Town of Smithtown hosted their vibrant Friday evening concert series, at Long Beach, featuring local oldies band The Dedications. This highly anticipated event was highlighted by the Smithtown Sunrise Rotary Club’s Christmas in July fundraising event, which brought the community together for a noble cause. The Rotary Club...
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