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New Musical “Lifeline,” About the Discovery of Penicillin, Plays at The Signature Center Starting on Wednesday, August 28
A new musical, Lifeline, the story of Scottish scientist Alexander Fleming’s world-changing discovery of penicillin in 1928, will play at The Alice Griffin Jewel Box Theatre at the Pershing Square Signature Center, with previews starting August 28 and opening night on September 4. Lifeline is written by Becky Hope-Palmer with music and lyrics by Robin Hiley and direction by Alex Howarth.
The Yankees may have a new lead-off hitter ready for promotion
Yankees General Manager Brian Cashman faces a daunting task: reinforcing the roster by the trade deadline on Monday. With just two days left, he needs to orchestrate a few strategic deals that could propel the team back into World Series contention. However, the roster’s weaknesses are becoming increasingly apparent, and they are widespread.
‘Very proud to be a Dominican’: New Yorkers showed up to celebrate their heritage
BRONX, N.Y. (PIX11) — New York City has the largest population of Dominicans outside the Dominican Republic. There was a really fun party at the Bronx Zoo celebrating the Dominican people and their contributions to life in the Bronx. The evening was called Noche Quisquiyana, or, as many said, the best party ever. It began […]
The Latest Yankees Free Agent Target Is Laughable
The New York Yankees just got swept by the New York Mets capping off what was a season sweep of all four games for the Mets. The Yankees' issues are shining through as they've won just 7 of their last 20 games and they've won 15 of their last 40 games. It's becoming clear that the Yankees have far too many holes with their current roster to win a World Series.
New York City Ballet turns 75
Turning seventy-five is a milestone, especially for a ballet company. At three-quarters of a century, New York City Ballet is considered not just one of the best dance companies in the world, but also the foundation of ballet in America."For all of us that are here, I think we all really would agree this is the top of the top," said Megan Fairchild, one of New York City Ballet's principal ballerinas. The company is made up of 90 dancers, and has an unparalleled repertory of more than 500 ballets. Asked what is different about the way dancers dance at New...
Councilman Bottcher calls for action on mental illness, drug use on streets
City Council member Erik Bottcher is calling on Mayor Eric Adams to step up his response to what he calls the “humanitarian crisis” of mental illness, homelessness, and substance use on city streets and subways. In an open letter addressed to the mayor this week, Councilman Bottcher says...
Moonburger Opens New Location Outside the Hudson Valley
Most know by now my love for Moonburger, the greatest burger I've ever had. The popular plant-based Hudson Valley burger joint has three Hudson Valley locations (Kingston, New Paltz, and Poughkeepsie). The Poughkeepsie spot inside the Chestnut Market inside the Mobil on Rt 9 opened back in April. Just last...
New York Mets Lose Ace Pitcher For The Season On Freak Play
The New York Mets season has felt like a rollercoaster ride. After starting the season 0-5, they had seemingly turned their season around going 12-3 over the next 15 games. But then, things went south -- again. The Mets went to bed on June 2nd with a 24-35 record, and all seemed lost -- ...
Most Asylum Seekers in NYC Are in Hotel Rooms, Report Says
A new report from New York City Comptroller Brad Lander found that approximately 77% of asylum seekers are living in hotel rooms, which will cost the city more than $980 million between September 2022 through August 2024. The report analyzes the the cost of approximately 9,500 rooms — nearly half...
Produce recall in New Jersey expands due to possible listeria contamination
🔴 Ohio-based produce farm expands recall due to possible listeria contamination. 🔴 The affected produce was shipped to several states, including New Jersey. Out of an abundance of caution, an Ohio-based produce farm has expanded its July 12 recall to include additional produce because it may be contaminated with listeria, the U.S. Drug and Food Administration has announced.
73-year-old man assaulted in Chelsea, causing a laceration to face: NYPD
NEW YORK (PIX11) – A 73-year-old man was assaulted while walking around the Manhattan neighborhood of Chelsea on Friday morning, police said. Officers responded to a 911 call for an assault on Seventh Avenue and 23rd Street around 9 a.m. The suspect slapped the victim in the face around 9 a.m. causing a cut to […]
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