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Sportswriter previews U.S. Open on first day of tournament
For the next two weeks, all eyes will be on Queens as the world’s top tennis players compete in the U.S. Open at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing. Global stars like Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz will converge on New York City, drawing fans and sports writers from around the world.
Officials to spray for mosquitos across NYC this week: Here’s where
NEW YORK (PIX11) – Health officials will spray for mosquitos in New York City this week in an effort to reduce the risk of West Nile virus. Crews are set to spray parts of upper Manhattan on Monday and southwest Brooklyn on Wednesday. Here’s where: Manhattan: Brooklyn: Residents are asked to stay indoors during the […]
Calling All Bushwick Creatives! Sign up For Bushwick Open Studios by Sept. 2
Bushwick Open Studios 2024 is back, bringing together artists, musicians and the entire community from September 27 to September 29. This year, the theme is "Chrome and Flower," to celebrate the community's creative spirit in style, according to a press release from the organizer Arts in Bushwick. The sign-up for Bushwick creatives to be included in the weekend showcase is September 2.
New York City is Mumbai of America: Deputy Commissioner Dilip Chauhan at Garje Marathi Excellence Summit 2024
The GMG Excellence Summit 2024, hosted at the New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center, left an indelible mark on participants from across the globe. This two-day event, designed to empower professionals, entrepreneurs and academics, provided unparalleled opportunities for US-based individuals and businesses, as well as attendees from India, the European Union, and beyond.
Alternative justice basketball program returns to Queens prison
For the second year in a row, a unique initiative that looks to steer teens away from the criminal justice system and help rehabilitate those already in it took a trip to Queensboro Correctional Facility in Long Island City. Flames, a pro bono program that operates in New York State...
Mayor Adams Issues Order Requiring City Agencies to Review City Owned and Controlled Land for Potential Housing Development Sites
Part of Adams Administration’s Pledge to Use Every Possible Tool to Create More Affordable Housing and Deliver 500,000 New Housing Units by 2032. New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced the issuance of executive order 43 requiring city agencies to review their city owned and controlled land for potential housing development sites. As New York City faces a generational affordable housing crisis with just a 1.4 percent rental vacancy rate, the Adams administration is proposing bold, forward-thinking solutions and using every possible tool available to deliver the affordable housing that New Yorkers need. The executive order will help support the Adams administration’s bold “moonshot” goal of building 500,000 new homes by 2032.
Boulevard Veterinary Clinic Pet of the Week: Rosie and Maya
KENILWORTH, NJ – Meet Rosie and Maya Kenilworth's TAPinto Pet of the Week! CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Rosie and Maya are twelve-year-old “puppies” who love lounging, walks in Tomaques Park, and, of course-treats! They are sweet to everyone, especially each other. They love to cuddle up. Rosie is more rambunctious and loves to lick (anyone, anything), but Maya is very patient with her sister. They are named after their grandparents, Rose and Meyer. Submitted By: Ian Federgreen Would you like your pet to be Kenilworth’s Pet of the Week? Please attach a photo, or...
Staten Island Museum announces newly elected board chair and officers
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The Staten Island Museum (SIM) has welcomed new board leadership with six generation Staten Island native and Emmy-award winning Dolores Morris presiding as Board Chair. New officers for the 2024-2025 fiscal year include Sarolta Takacs as Vice Chair and Treasurer Keisha Amey-Hambric. Dr. Michael Mantello...
Taste of Times Square is Returning to the Crossroads of the World
A pre-pandemic foodie favorite is making a comeback — the outdoor food and music festival Taste of Times Square returns next month to the Crossroads of the World. On Monday, September 9 from 5pm to 9pm, for the first time since 2019 Taste of Times Square will feature over 30 participating restaurants, ranging from Mexican, Caribbean, Argentinian, […] The post Taste of Times Square is Returning to the Crossroads of the World appeared first on W42ST.
Chalkbeat now has a new look — and a public health sister site
Welcome to the new Chalkbeat!If you’re a regular reader, you might notice that things look a little different here today. Nothing about our stories or the functionality of our site is changing, but we have a new look that we hope you enjoy: simple, modern, and with the work you know and love front and center. Why? It’s always nice to feel fresh at the start of a school year. But more importantly, the change comes as we launch a new sibling site. Meet Healthbeat, which is officially launching today to cover public health.Healthbeat reporters will be digging into issues...
Ravaged by rats: These Staten Island neighborhoods have reported the most rodents
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Despite new sanitation rules implemented as part of Mayor Eric Adams’ ongoing “War on Rats,” thousands of New Yorkers, and hundreds of Staten Islanders, have reported rodent infestations in 2024. Across the five boroughs, residents have filed more than 25,000 rodent complaints to...
Brooklyn’s legendary heavy metal venue Saint Vitus has closed for good
Saint Vitus Bar, Brooklyn’s legendary heavy metal venue, has closed for good. The bar, which has hosted titans like Megadeth, Anthrax, Deafheaven, Killing Joke, Carcass and Against Me in its time, has officially shut its location in Greenpoint, New York City. On Instagram, the bar announced its closure, writing...
CDC warning for NJ: Rising virus cases as temperatures heat up
☑️There are more cases of dengue in 2024 so far than all of 2023. ☑️All of the cases in New Jersey were contracted from out-of-country travel. ☑️Those who are infected don't get sick but suffer from symptoms. The CDC issued a warning about record increases in cases...
NYC new mandatory trash bins: Where can you buy them?
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — With Mayor Eric Adams mandating new trash bins across the city, many people are wondering: Where do I get this new bin?. After all, starting Nov. 12, all homeowners, which includes one- and two-family residences, as well as small apartment buildings, will need to adhere to new trash containerization rules requiring the use of official New York City trash cans.
Tenants and critics react to historic housing discrimination settlement
Last week, Mayor Eric Adams and the New York City Commission on Human Rights signed off on an historic settlement against Parkchester Preservation Management. Now, residents and housing advocates are speaking out. “We hope the summons serves as a notice to other landlords that discrimination does not pay,” said Elizabeth...
On Staten Island, a public housing complex undergoes a transformation
A new, private developer says the renovations to the West Brighton Houses will be done in the fall of 2026. A developer is handling gut renovations and extensive repairs at the West Brighton Houses, the first Staten Island NYCHA campus converted to private management. [ more › ]
Here’s what Staten Island students can expect from new literacy curriculum, according to officials
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — New York City will expand its literacy initiative to Staten Island public schools for the first time in the 2024-2025 academic year — and educators are prepared, according to the president of the city’s public school teachers union. Staten Island is part of...
Women’s Equality Day – Get Ready to Vote Like a Mother
“We demand to be heard. We demand to be seen. We demand equality and nothing in between.” So sings the incredibly talented cast of the Tony Award-winning show Suffs, including its creator and star Shaina Taub. The Broadway musical, a mere few minutes’ walk from Grand Central for us Westchester County moms commuting by train, is a must-see!
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