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Linguist Ross Perlin’s Quest to Preserve New York’s Endangered Mother Tongues
As part of Documented’s new “Our City” interview series, we are speaking to prominent and influential New Yorkers who have deep connections to New York’s immigrant communities, some of whom are immigrants themselves. We ask them about how they made New York City their own, where they feel most connected to in the city, current […] The post Linguist Ross Perlin’s Quest to Preserve New York’s Endangered Mother Tongues appeared first on Documented.
This Is TASTE 436: Kareem Rahma
Kareem Rahma is a comedian and media host based in New York City. He’s the mind behind several popular online series, like Subway Takes and Keep the Meter Running, where he provides an insider look into the hot takes and taxi driver dining destinations that power the city. It’s so fun to have him on the show to talk about his new show The Last Stop, his media POV, and his past as a teenage delinquent McDonald’s employee.
Devils in the Details - 7/22/24: The Squire Edition
A look at the well-balanced defense the Devils should now have: “With the additions of Pesce and Dillon and hopefully a bounceback season from Jonas Siegenthaler, the Devils should have three defenders who post positive ratings on the defensive side of the game. Sheldon Keefe will be able to pair this trio with three defenders who all had positive offense ratings last year: Dougie Hamilton, Luke Hughes, and Simon Nemec. The Devils will have a defense with above-average players in both aspects of the game.” [Infernal Access]
Bon appétit! These are the 57 Brooklyn restaurants participating in restaurant week
New York City’s Restaurant Week kicks off July 22 for its summer edition and there’s a substantial increase of Brooklyn representation this year. As usual, the “week” actually lasts multiple weeks, beginning this Monday, July 22, and lasting until Sunday, August 18. This year there are 57 participating restaurants (many of which have received Michelin shoutouts), up from the 44 from 2023. While there are several new entrants (including Williamsburg’s Mesiba and Greenpoint’s Lingo), a few past participants — like Harlem Shake and Greenpoint’s MáLà Project — have opted to not return.
2024 NFL Flag Championships see repeat champions, return of Staten Island title
The 2024 NFL Flag Championships had symbolism for both the 15U boys Metro Select and the 18U Staten Island Giants girls championship teams. For the boys, representing the New Orleans Saints, this 2024 game was their second title in a row. Last year, Metro Select played the underdog, coming in and lighting up the competition en route to a victory many did not expect.
Knicks in the Spotlight: 5 Greatest Seasons of the 21st Century
There is a certain charm to performing well with the New York Knicks. They are one of the biggest franchises in the NBA, and Madison Square Garden is often considered the “Mecca” of basketball. Every player wants to do well at the Mecca, and the Garden has been host to some of the best games in the history of the NBA. Including Reggie Miller‘s eight points in nine seconds, Carmelo Anthony‘s 62-piece, Jeremy Lin‘s 38 to outduel Kobe Bryant, and many more.
New Firefighters and Engines. Unions Credit Director, Who Runs Trenton (NJ) FD Like a $30M Business.
Kenneth Douglas’ first six months on the job as Trenton’s fire director were, in a word, bumpy. He arrived in the late summer of 2021 and firefighters were leery of another outsider being named to the post. He’d served as a firefighter in Newark and director in Orange.
Pair of NYC shootings minutes apart leave 2 dead in Brooklyn
BROOKLYN - A pair of NYC shootings just minutes apart in Brooklyn left two men dead and another injured, the NYPD said. Searching for Affordable New SUV Deals [See Today’s Results] Affordable Suv Deals | Search Ads |. The first shooting happened on Sunday just before 10:45 p.m. at...
City to start $2M e-bike trade-in program for delivery workers
Food delivery workers will be able to trade in sketchy, uncertified e-bikes and illegal mopeds for safer equipment by the end of the year, city officials are expected to announce Monday. The $2 million trade-in program will provide workers with a new e-bike and two new batteries certified by Underwriters Laboratories in return for their old ride, city transportation officials told the Daily ...
Shootings Near Clinton Hill Migrant Shelter Leave 2 Dead, 1 Injured
Two men died and a third man is in critical condition after a pair of shootings Sunday night near the emergency migrant shelter in Clinton Hill, according to the New York Post. A man in his 30s was shot in the chest and arm around 10:44pm in a park near Flushing Avenue and Steuben Street near the Brooklyn Navy Yard, according to police sources. Less than 10 minutes later, two men were shot outside of the Ryerson migrant shelter, police said. A 47-year-old man was fatally shot in the head, while another man in his 30s, was in critical condition after being shot multiple times. Read more about it at the New York Post.
NYC program allows reporting of ‘sidewalk slobs’, who could face $500 penalties
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. —The city Department of Sanitation (DSNY) wants to hear from you if there’s a neighbor or property you’re aware of not meeting its cleanliness obligations. New Yorkers can now report unsightly properties through the DSNY website as part of the “Sidewalk Slob” program first...
New efforts are underway to help you (re)discover the NYC's Black history
Make your contribution now and help Gothamist thrive in 2024. Donate today. African American history is everywhere in New York, but can also feel oddly muted unless you know where to look. While the glories of the Harlem Renaissance are widely known, other aspects of the city’s Black experience remain largely in the shadows.
Former Rockette, Dallas Cowboys cheerleader spread joy of dancing in NYC
MANHATTAN (WPIX) – Here in New York City, not everyone loves the Dallas Cowboys – but plenty of people love the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders. Now, you can dance alongside a former Cowboys cheerleader in the Big Apple. Her name is Victoria Kalina – and she’s bringing her big-city dreams from Dallas to Manhattan. “I feel […]
2 men killed, 1 injured in separate Brooklyn shootings 5 minutes apart: NYPD
BROOKLYN, N.Y. (PIX11) – Two men were killed and one was injured in separate Brooklyn shootings on Sunday that were five minutes apart, according to the NYPD. The first shooting happened on Flushing Avenue and Steuben Street around 10:45 p.m. A man in his 30s was killed after he was shot in the chest, according […]
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