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Memorial Sloan Kettering pauses some surgeries due to Microsoft outage
MANHATTAN, N.Y. (PIX11) – A Manhattan hospital paused some surgeries Friday morning due to the global Microsoft outage, health officials announced. Surgeries that require anesthesia were paused at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. The hospital cited it’s experiencing system issues as Microsoft and cybersecurity firm CloudStrike work on a fix. “We are in the process […]
City Schools Plan Cellphone Ban to Start February, Principals Say
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters New York City, the nation’s largest school system, is considering a plan to ban cellphones in its roughly 1,600 schools starting in February, according to several principals briefed on the possible policy. Schools would have to come up with their own […] The post City Schools Plan Cellphone Ban to Start February, Principals Say appeared first on THE CITY - NYC News.
‘Rise Up NYC’ Summer Concert Series returns, features 18 world-class concerts across boroughs
Search our comprehensive guide to caribbean events in NYC for more local events — or submit your own!. New York City Mayor Eric Adams last Wednesday announced the return of the ‘Rise Up NYC’ summer concert series, offering 18 free outdoor concerts to New Yorkers across all five boroughs this summer.
Half-Million New Yorkers Must Pay Much More For Electric, Gas
This is "not the outcome" Hudson Valley residents wanted. But get ready to pay more. Last summer, Hudson Valley Post reported that Central Hudson wanted to raise its gas and electric rates by double digits. Central Hudson Wanted To Raise Prices By Nearly 20 Percent. The company asked the Public...
CarePoint CEO serving as chair of inaugural AAPI Origin World Health Congress
CarePoint Health CEO Dr. Achintya Moulick will serve as the chair of the inaugural AAPI Origin World Health Congress at the famed Marriott Marquis hotel in New York City. “I take tremendous pride in helping to shape the future of healthcare innovation by bringing together best-in-class physicians, CEOs and business leaders from around the world for this one of a kind event,” Moulick said in a statement.
Clairo playing 'Charm' in full at Mercury Lounge on Saturday
Clairo released her third album, Charm, last week, and she’ll play it in full at a very intimate NYC show this Saturday (7/20)! It happens at Mercury Lounge, and tickets go on sale today (7/19) starting at 11 AM, at the venue box office only. Good luck!. Clairo recently...
They thought graduation was near. Instead, these immigrant students were pressured to transfer.
Chalkbeat reports on the problems a New York City school's population of English Language Learners faced before being allowed to graduate. Originally published on chalkbeat.org, part of the BLOX Digital Content Exchange.
Jamaica Consulate in NY appeals for Hurricane Beryl disaster relief
Sign up for our Caribbean Life email newsletter to get news, updates, and local insights delivered straight to your inbox!. The Consulate General of Jamaica Consulate, New York on Tuesday called on the global community, international aid organizations and governments to mobilize resources, and provide immediate assistance to Caribbean islands ravaged by Hurricane Beryl.
Newport chefs dazzle NYC with ‘Classic Coast’ culinary showcase
NEW YORK — Four of Rhode Island’s top chefs brought a taste of Rhode Island’s “Classic Coast” to New York City on Thursday, showcasing the region’s evolving culinary scene at a sold-out dinner. The “Cooking on the Classic Coast” event, presented by Discover Newport,...
Neary's Irish pub in NYC closing after 57 years: 'It was a bittersweet decision'
NEW YORK CITY - Neary's Irish pub, a staple in NYC on the East Side, is closing its doors after 57 years. "It was a bittersweet decision," said Una Neary. "It was a very hard decision, but my brother, two sisters and I own the building and as a family we thought it was the right time.
La Roche-Posay launches immersive ‘Shades’ experience in New York
La Roche-Posay is bringing color theory to life with a new exhibit at Edge, the highest indoor and outdoor sky deck. Located in New York City, the “Shades” experience features transparent color both indoor and outdoors that invites visitors to experience the iconic skyline in vivid hues. “Shades...
Early Addition: It's too hot out for rats to do it
Because heat waves cause too much stress for rats to keep reproducing, here are your early links: Sweaty subway platforms, plant-based burgers, the end of the mysterious basketball court at JFK's Terminal 5 and more. [ more › ]
Diversity is lacking in New York’s ad industry: Here’s what the numbers say
The New York City advertising industry has experienced a remarkable boon in the last 20 years, growing 49.5% in jobs. With 69,800 jobs in the NYC advertising industry, up from the 46,700 in 2003, the industry has exceeded the 36.7% overall private sector growth rate. This sector is also a powerful path to a high paying career, with a median annual salary of $91,712. However, a recent report from the Center for an Urban Future found that Black and Hispanic/Latino New Yorkers are greatly underrepresented in New York’s advertising industry.
False start: Mayor’s ally pitches, then pulls NYC property tax overhaul
Does New York City’s property tax system undervalue homes in wealthy neighborhoods, while overvaluing properties in poorer ones?. Some argue yes, that the current system violates the federal Fair Housing Act because it disproportionately burdens communities of color. In 2017, the real estate industry-backed group Tax Equity Now New...
Shawnae Dixon Announces New York City Soul Food Festival
Shawnae Dixon of Shaw-Nae's House announces the first ever New York City Soul Food Festival at Snug Harbor Cultural Center on Staten Island. To get your tickets head to NYCSoulFoodFestival.com!
10th Street tree freed from death by concrete
On July 6, we noted that a tree outside 85 E. 10th St. between Third Avenue and Fourth Avenue was entombed in concrete. EVG reader Ron, who shared the initial tip and the photo above, saw workers remove the concrete from the tree well on Wednesday. One of the workers said the building had received a fine.
FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh Explains Why She’s Stepping Down: ‘Life Is Short’
Outgoing FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh is leaving the department to focus on family and friends, which she says she neglected as the head of the country’s largest fire department, she explains in an online essay. “The department needs a commissioner who can give it 100% of their all every...
Slow and Steady Showdown: Turtle Race Promises Shellebrity Showdown
Thirteen turtles and tortoises are set to compete this Sunday morning in Earthlings.NYC’s second annual turtle race on W54th Street. Eight heats are scheduled for this slow-paced competition held at 10 am at the nonprofit and grassroots coworking collective Prime Produce (W 54th St bw 9/10th Ave). At the race, turtles and tortoises from across […] The post Slow and Steady Showdown: Turtle Race Promises Shellebrity Showdown appeared first on W42ST.
Star Mountain Capital: Curtis Glovier Named As Managing Director And Strategic Portfolio Officer
Star Mountain Capital, a specialized investment manager with over $4 billion in assets under management (AUM) focused on generating premium yield and total returns from the less efficient and resources-intensive market of U.S. private small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), announced that Curtis Glovier has increased his involvement with Star Mountain from a Senior Advisor to a full-time role of Managing Director and Strategic Portfolio Officer.
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