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City Doesn't Have Enough Medical Examiners, Union Says
New York City doesn't have enough medical examiners and the union that represents the physicians that work for the city asked the mayor for more funding to hire additional examiners to prevent the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) from collapsing. The physicians from the OCME, represented by Doctors...
City Attempts to Prevent Deadly Lithium-Ion Battery Fires
New York City Mayor Eric Adams launched the New York City Safe Charging Accelerator program to ensure safe e-bike usage and charging, and to prevent deadly lithium-ion battery fires in New York City. As a part of this accelerator, the New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) will propose a...
What to Expect From Jeff Teat in Week 8
What to Expect From Jeff Teat in Week 8 New York Atlas attack-man, Jeff Teat, has already had an exceptional start to the season. With 46 points so far this season, he already has broken the single-season points record. So what can we expect from him going into the weekend? The Atlas will play the Philadelphia Waterdogs this weekend in a heated Eastern Conference matchup. This is the first time this season that these two teams have stepped out on the field together. Teat has a strong ability to get inside, and finish close to the goal, but this doesn’t...
A ‘roundabout’ way, plus other ideas, to solve Westport traffic, safety woes
Editor’s note: The following comments on the town’s federally funded “Safe Streets and Roads for All” action plan were submitted on behalf of Bike Westport to Tighe & Bond, the consulting firm leading the study. _________________________________________. We are hereby sending you Bike Westport’s recommendations that we...
Former Top Prospect Could Be In Play if Mets Go “All In” at Deadline
It shouldn’t be surprising that the emergence of a young third baseman has helped the New York Mets catapult into a playoff spot. However, not many would have expected Mark Vientos to be that youngster. With the slugger establishing himself in the majors, the Mets could be enticed to trade Brett Baty in a potentially impactful deal.
Early Addition: Olympic swimmers pee in the pool
Because that's how a true competitor marks their territory, here are your early links: A deep dive on the + POOL, tree branches are increasingly falling on subway tracks, actors in movies about the Roman Empire should have Italian accents, and more. [ more › ]
Huge Star From The Outsiders Movie Hosts 50’s Night At New York Drive-In
It is a Summer ritual, heading to the Drive-In for a movie. This year many local drive-in theatres are doing special events and showing some classic films. The writers and actors strike last year resulted in fewer films being released which meant theatres have had to get a bit creative when it comes to keeping the movies fresh each week for Moviegoers.
Devastating Drowning at Popular Summer Spot Near New York
More details are expected to come out regarding the downing at this popular vacation destination. There are so many things to do in the summer like go swimming, boating, hiking, and more. May New Yorkers agree that one of the most beautiful places to do all of that is at Candlewood Lake in Connecticut.
Renderings Reveal Liberty Landing Affordable Housing Conversion at 550 West 20th Street in West Chelsea, Manhattan
New renderings have been revealed for Liberty Landing, an affordable housing conversion and expansion of the former Bayview Correctional Facility at 550 West 20th Street in West Chelsea, Manhattan. Designed by COOKFOX Architects and developed in a joint venture between Camber Property Group and Osborne Association, the $108 million project will involve the repurposing of the 100,000-square-foot Art Deco building and the construction of a seven-story addition atop its parapet. The development will yield 124 permanently affordable housing units, with 74 dedicated to formerly incarcerated individuals, as well as 15 short-term transitional homes for individuals with mental health challenges, on-site supportive services, and a ninth-floor outdoor terrace. The property is located at the corner of West 20th and West Streets, across from Hudson River Park and directly abutting Jean Nouvel’s residential tower at 100 Eleventh Avenue.
Housing Lottery Launches for 18-26 Redfern Avenue in Far Rockaway, Queens
The affordable housing lottery has launched for 18-26 Redfern Avenue, an eight-story community facility and residential building in Far Rockaway, Queens. Designed by Urban Architectural Initiatives and developed by Camber Property Group, the structure yields 59 residences. Available on NYC Housing Connect are 58 units for residents at 60 percent of the area median income (AMI), ranging in eligible income from $48,309 to $100,620.
From Rainforest To Asphalt: Amazon’s Sustainability Report Struggles To Navigate Harlem’s Future
Just recently, Amazon released their visionary 10 takeaways from Amazon’s latest Sustainability Report. While Amazon’s 2024 Sustainability Report highlights several positive initiatives, it’s important to critically examine how these efforts impact communities like Harlem, NY, and similar urban areas. Here’s an analysis of some key takeaways and...
Miley Cyrus in Strappy Minidress “Ruined Her Look” in High Heels
Miley Cyrus received praise for her stylish negligee minidress, but the May 2022 photos that included her sticking her tongue out received mixed reviews. While fans couldn’t fault the 31-year-old’s sleek style as she stepped out in New York City, many felt that a cheeky photo showing her with her tongue out cheapened everything — in fact, she was even told that she’d “ruined her look.”
♟️ Chess Club + HK This Week
Good morning and happy Saturday. We’ve got sunshine and a light breeze today — and tomorrow a little cloud. Afternoon temperatures on both days will be in the high 80s. Enjoy…. A group of Hell’s Kitchen locals have started a new weekly tradition: an evening chess club where...
Forest Hills Stadium in Queens at Risk of Closure Due to Lawsuit
Forest Hills Stadium in Forest Hills, Queens, has become the target of a lawsuit seeking to shut the historical venue down. The 101-year-old stadium has recently come under fire from locals, who have claimed that the venue’s main concert season lowers the neighborhood’s quality of life. Originally designed...
NYC subway rider punched in face by woman yelling anti-Asian slurs on Q train
NEW YORK - A subway straphanger was punched in the face by another woman yelling anti-Asian slurs on board a Q train. Police say the 28-year-old victim was on the train at the West 57th and 7th Avenue subway station in Manhattan when an unknown woman started yelling at her on July 17.
A Blisteringly Active Month for New York State Law Enforcement
No one can say for sure what it was, maybe it was the seemingly the never-ending heat wave combined with overwhelming humidity or maybe it was some other extemporaneous factors, but the point remains that the month of July while not technically not over yet, was a wildly active month for members of New York State's law enforcement.
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