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First Floor Arsonist Suspected In Bushwick Blaze, Displacing 30
A fire, suspected arson, broke out early Tuesday morning on Evergreen Avenue, between Jefferson and Troutman. It broke out around 3:00 AM, on the first floor of a four floor apartment building and then moved upward, consuming the building. Per FDNY, a total of nine, including a child and two firefighters were injured and all have been forced to out of their homes for the time being.
Andrew Polec Will Perform in Concert in Brooklyn
International star, Andrew Polec, who just finished up playing the lead in Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville, will be performing a concert in Brooklyn at Coffey Street Studios at 8pm on Saturday July 20, 2024. The concert will feature multiple Meat Loaf / Steinman tunes, original music off of his highly praised Disillusioned Funk album, and lots of bonus material.
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...
Harlem Faces Power Outages Amidst Sweltering Heat Wave
Harlem residents are grappling with power outages exacerbated by the latest heat wave, which prompted Governor Kathy Hochul to declare a state of emergency on July 16, 2024. ConEdison swiftly responded to the crisis, dispatching vans along Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard on July 17 to distribute dry ice, essential for keeping perishable foods cool amid the blackout.
Proposed bill requires landlords to provide AC for tenants in New York City
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Summers in New York City may get cooler, or at least for apartment dwellers. City Councilmember Lincoln Restler introduced a bill that would require landlords to provide air conditioning for their tenants in the summer months. Under the proposed law, landlords would be required to buy, install and maintain AC units […]
NYC Restaurant Week on Staten Island features 10 spots
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — What are Staten Islanders making for dinner from Monday, July 22 through Sunday, Aug. 18? That would be reservations during NYC Restaurant Week, a program kicked off by New York City Tourism + Conventions. The Big Apple’s official destination guide steers NYC residents and visitors...
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...
MAYOR ON WINS: Adams is 'riding with Biden,' plans sit-down with lawmaker over cop's 'pretty nasty bite'
In an interview with 1010 WINS on Thursday, Mayor Eric Adams said he fully supports President Joe Biden as he continues to face pressure to drop out of 2024 race ahead of the Democratic convention next month.
Birds are Attacking Life-Saving Beach Drones at NYC Beach
Help keep One Green Planet free and independent! Together we can ensure our platform remains a hub for empowering ideas committed to fighting for a sustainable, healthy, and compassionate world. Please support us in keeping our mission strong. Feathers are flying at Rockaway Beach, where aggressive birds are attacking drones...
New York Theatre Workshop Reveals 2024-2025 Class of 2050 Administrative and Artistic Fellows
New York Theatre Workshop (NYTW) has announced its 2024-2025 class of 2050 Administrative and Artistic Fellows. The 2050 Fellowship, named in celebration of the U.S. Census Bureau's projection that by the year 2050 there will be no single racial or ethnic majority in the U.S., promotes pushing boundaries and encouraging transformation in theatre.
Free Application for Civil Service Exam to Pursue Careers in Law Enforcement
(WNY News Now) – New York – The application period for New York State’s entry-level law enforcement civil service exam is now open. Qualified candidates can apply online until 11:59 p.m. EST on August 14, 2024, to take the free exam scheduled for the fall. Governor Kathy Hochul secured an agreement in the FY 2024 Budget to waive all state exam application fees through December 2025.
Head of Gateway rail tunnel project stepping down as real construction about to kick in
Kris Kolluri, the CEO and president of the Gateway Development Commission, is stepping down, NorthJersey.com has learned. Kolluri, who has overseen the bistate agency in charge of the $16 billion Hudson River rail tunnels project, informed the commission's co-chairs, Alicia Glen, Balpreet Grewal-Virk and Tony Coscia, of his resignation in a letter...
Newly arrived migrants encounter hazards of food delivery on the streets of NYC: robbers
NEW YORK CITY (AP) — Brad Song thought he was about to get his e-bike stolen a second time in a less than a month after delivering an order for Chinese food app Fantuan Delivery. Seven strangers surrounded the Chinese immigrant and knocked him off the scooter. He was rescued when a nearby motorist revved his engine, scaring the assailants.
Assembly speaker sends $2 mil to Pomonok Houses for new park
Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie on Tuesday made a trip to the World’s Borough to announce his approval of a $2.53 million plan to develop a new park for the New York City Housing Authority’s Pomonok Houses, the first major development at the public housing complex residents say they’ve seen in over 70 years.
Knicks get a double dose of good news as dream offseason continues
The New York Knicks are having quite the summer after trading for star Mikal Bridges, re-signing OG Anunoby, and re-signing Jalen Brunson to a well-below-market deal. Those three moves would be enough for most Knicks fans but they aren't done making moves. They just signed veteran point guard Cam Payne...
Drucker Recognizes North Shore Synagogue Vice President
On July 9, Nassau County Legislature Deputy Minority Leader Arnold W. Drucker attended the North Shore Synagogue’s annual summer outing fundraiser. The event was held at the Woodside Club in Syosset. The event was from 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.. Attendees enjoyed activities such as golf, pickleball, mahjong and...
LI man accused of impersonating FTC agent to steal nearly $400K in gold bars from victim, 73
A Long Island man was arrested on Monday for allegedly impersonating a Federal Trade Commission official online and trying to scam a victim into giving him gold bars worth $400,000, Nassau County police said.
Mineola Art Show Highlights Environmental Awareness
Willow’s Cove, a premier hair salon in Mineola, is thrilled to announce the opening of a unique art exhibition featuring the captivating works of Jenny La Monica, a local artist and professor at Molloy University. The exhibition, titled “Repurposed Rainbows” opened on June 1st and will run through August...
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