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Mayor Adams Once Praised Eighth Ave. Sidewalk Expansions He Now Wants to ‘Relook At’
Mayor Adams once praised the sidewalk extensions on Midtown's crowded Eighth Avenue that he now wants the city to "relook at" in response to the concerns of area theater operators. "The vast majority of the people on Eighth Avenue [are] on either two feet or two wheels," Adams told reporters...
‘He Not Looking Like the Old Unc Anymore’: Denzel Washington Fans Do a Double Take After He Was Spotted with a Full Head of Hair In NYC
Oscar winner Denzel Washington has been a sex symbol for more than four decades. But after years of being eye candy for millions of women, […] ‘He Not Looking Like the Old Unc Anymore’: Denzel Washington Fans Do a Double Take After He Was Spotted with a Full Head of Hair In NYC
A $30K Wedding Was Out of Reach So This Couple Celebrated on the NYC Subway
Daniel Jean couldn’t afford to give his bride, Esmy Valdez, an over-the-top wedding. So, the Brooklynite took it underground — to the subway. “We didn’t have the money to do the dream reception that I’d always envisioned,” Jean, 39, a marketing manager from Flatbush, told The Post, citing the high cost of hosting nuptials in NYC. “I decided to surprise her by having a dope reception on the L train,” said Jean.
20 Facts About Alvin Bragg
Alvin Bragg, Manhattan's first African American district attorney, has a career that's both groundbreaking and filled with dedication to justice. Alvin Bragg has made headlines for tackling high-profile cases and implementing reforms aimed at enhancing fairness in the legal system. His journey from a childhood in Harlem to the forefront of legal advocacy in New York City is a testament to his resilience and commitment to public service. Bragg's work extends beyond the courtroom, influencing policy changes and community relations. This introduction will shed light on 20 fascinating facts about his life, career, and the impact he's making in Manhattan. From his educational background to his strategic initiatives, get ready to learn more about the man behind the headlines.
The Nauseating Rise and Fall of an Upper West Side Socialite Scammer
She was born to modest means in Brooklyn and became–if only for a few years–an Upper West Side socialite. But she was nasty to the hired help, and it all came crashing down. In the early 1990s, Dina Wein Reis began her National Distribution Program scam. She persuaded...
Demolition Wraps Up at 1710 Broadway in Midtown, Manhattan
Demolition is finishing up at 1710 Broadway, the site of a proposed 54-story, 673-unit hotel in Midtown, Manhattan. The project is being developed by Riu Hotels and Resorts, which purchased the parcel from Extell Development for $173 million in 2023 after the latter had acquired 360,000 of air rights for the property shortly before purchasing it for $268 million in 2017. The site has 129 feet of street frontage and is located at the corner of Broadway and West 54th Street.
Bridging Scholarship and Clergy Formation: A Collaborative Retreat with HUC-JIR and JTS Faculty
As a faculty member at HUC-JIR, I have the privilege of using my academic training as an ethnomusicologist to help emerging cantors and rabbis gain the skills they need to lead the Jewish community toward a bright and vibrant future. As you might imagine, this is a rather unusual career path for an ethnomusicologist. But I’m not alone in applying my immersion in a scholarly discipline toward the development of clergy-in-training. This is exactly how my colleagues at HUC-JIR, as well as other seminaries, direct their skills every day.
Hi Tor Strikes Back: Counterclaim Charges Rockland Green With Breach Of Contract
Hi Tor Says Rockland Green Improperly Terminated Its Two-Year Contract; Seeks Damages For Breach And Retention Of Hi Tor’s Property At Shelter. When Rockland Green sued Hi Tor Animal Care Center of Pomona for breach of contract in May, the public authority led by Howard Phillips thought the diminished and depleted nonprofit was in a vice. The juggernaut entity that collects tax money to operate likely figured Hi Tor would not be able to afford to hire legal representation to defend itself.
Paramount Country Club In New City Proposing 247 Unit Housing Development Adjacent To Golf Course
Revived Project Will Require Town of Clarkstown To Change Zone To Accommodate Plan. In 2021, the owners of Paramount Country Club in New City floated the concept of building 200 town homes and five single-family houses on 36 acres of vacant land it owns adjacent to its golf course and country club.
Local Shelter Launches Affordable Essential Pet Services Clinic
Pet owners know just how fast necessary veterinary care services can add up. Especially when our four-legged besties are in need of their regular preventative care like vaccines and wellness exams. A well known local rescue and adoption center, who over the years have expanded to serve the area with...
Putnam named Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES District Superintendent
The Monroe 2-Orleans Board of Cooperative Education selected Dr. Thomas K. Putnam as district superintendent and formally appointed him to the position on June 26, 2024. Dr. Putnam will assume his new role September 1, 2024. He succeeds Jo Anne Antonacci, who is retiring on August 31, 2024. “Dr. Putnam...
NY weather: Heat advisory affecting part of New York Monday and Tuesday
A heat advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Sunday at 3:35 p.m. valid from Monday noon until Tuesday 8 p.m. for Orange, Putnam, Rockland and Westchester counties. "Heat index values of 95 to 100 degrees expected on Monday, and around 100 on Tuesday," states the weather service....
Where In New York State Will You Find The Deepest Waters?
Do you know where in New York State you can find the deepest river or lake? Or how deep each gets? We have the answers and some more fun facts!. Did you know that only four states have more freshwater than New York?. New York State Home To More Freshwater...
Mountain Lion Reportedly Dangerously Close To Upstate New York
A number of reported mountain lions have been spotted just outside the Hudson Valley. The wild animal was reported in New Jersey, in a county that borders Orange County. Mountain Lion Reported Near Orange County, New York. A mountain lion was reportedly seen in Sussex County, New Jersey. A listener...
MTA bus driver assaulted in the Bronx: NYPD
THE BRONX (PIX11) — Police are searching for a suspect they said assaulted an MTA bus driver in the Bronx on Saturday. Officials said that a man was getting off the BX3 bus punched and spit on the 28-year-old driver near West 183rd Street and University Avenue at 7:30 p.m. The driver was taken to […]
Theatre Three to host Long Island premiere of ‘Honorable But Broken’
A new documentary created by a former producer for ABC News and 60 Minutes, and with the help of different EMS groups across New York State, is heading to Port Jefferson next week for a free viewing of a powerful film that will remind people how important rescue services are.
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