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Fandango Founder J. Michael Cline Dies After Falling From New York Hotel
James Michael Cline, the finance executive who founded the Fandango movie ticketing service in 2000 and remained with the company until 2011, died Tuesday morning of an apparent suicide in Manhattan after jumping from the 20th floor of the Kimberly Hotel. He was 64. 'Deadpool 3,' 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die' and 'Despicable Me 4' Among Most Anticipated Summer Films The NYPD said in a statement that officers responded to the hotel on 50th Street at 10:19 a.m. “Upon arrival, officers found an unconscious and unresponsive male with injuries indicative of a fall from an elevated position. The investigation remains ongoing.” The...
'Ally McBeal' Got Jane Krakowski Evicted From Her NYC Apartment
Rent is too damn high! That phrase breathes hallowed air in NYC. Rents have skyrocketed over the decades. Unless you make six figures, living in the quote-unquote greatest city in the world can be impossible. This forces lower-class citizens, who keep the city running, to find a residence in surrounding towns or so deep in the boroughs they need two trains and a shuttle bus to get to work. There is one way around ever-rising rent prices: finding a rent-stabilized apartment.
Affordable Housing Waiting List Opens at The Max
If you fall in the 40%, 60% and 120% AMI brackets, the affordable housing waiting list for The Max at 606 W57th Street is accepting applications for current and future vacancies. Two studios, four one-bedrooms and four two-bedroom units are available now at the luxury residential development between 11th and 12th Avenues. You can also […] The post Affordable Housing Waiting List Opens at The Max appeared first on W42ST.
UPDATE on Poughkeepsie Police Investigation into String of Burglaries
UPDATE 7/17/2024: The City of Poughkeepsie PBA released an update to the double burglary investigation in Poughkeepsie. The City of Poughkeepsie Police Department is asking for your help in investigating a string of recent burglaries around the area. The City of Poughkeepsie PBA released information on these most recent crimes...
Lil Kim & Antonio Brown Lock Lips During Wild Night Out
It looks like things could be heating up between Lil Kim and Antonio Brown. Lil Kim and Antonio Brown recently linked up for an NYC yacht party, and needless to say, things got steamy. Throughout the evening, the two of them were spotted getting handsy, kissing, and more. They appeared to sit next to each other in a VIP section at the event, hosted by music manager Big Fendi.
New York On ‘High Alert’ After ‘Jaws’ Closes Down Many NY Beaches
New York State is in the midst of another heat wave. But those trying to beat that heat are dealing with sharks swimming dangerous close to shore. A Long Island Beach was closed on Monday after a shark was spotted near shore. Shark Closes Long Island, New York Beach. A...
Musicians’ Union Pension Plan Gets More Than a Billion Dollars in Federal Funds, Avoiding Insolvency
The pension plan for the American Federation of Musicians and Employers is set to receive a $1.5 billion cash influx to save the plan from becoming insolvent. Teamsters Warn That They Remain "Far Apart" From Studios in Hollywood Basic Crafts Negotiations The money comes as part of the American Rescue Plan, backed by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), which was passed in 2021. The pension plan for the musicians’ union, which represents close to 50,000 members in New York who work on Broadway, in bands, in orchestras and in film and theater, is now set to receive the funding. Without the funding,...
$2.46 Billion Budget: New York City to Reinstate Mandatory Work Requirements for Low-Income Residents Receiving Cash Assistance
New York City will reinstate mandatory work requirements for low-income residents receiving cash assistance starting July 28. New York City to Reimpose Work Requirements for Low-Income Residents Receiving Cash Assistance. The Adams administration will reinstate mandatory work requirements for low-income residents receiving cash assistance ending a COVID-era pause in the...
Knicks’ rookie floor general dominates in 106-105 Summer League win over Kings
After a challenging start to the season, the New York Knicks claimed their first win of the Summer League on Wednesday against the Sacramento Kings 106-105. Coming off a disappointing loss, where they blew a double-digit lead against the Brooklyn Nets, the team displayed significant offensive firepower in their latest outing.
City landlords may be required to install AC units for tenants
City Council member Lincoln Restler will propose a bill this week that requires landlords to buy, install and maintain air conditioners for tenants — or face fines up to $1,250 per day, the New York Times reported. The measure would require landlords to consistently cool homes to 78 degrees...
Isaiah Hartenstein's admission makes Knicks departure sting even worse
New York Knicks fans knew it was coming, but they still held out hope. The first night of free agency came without an Isaiah Hartenstein decision, which made fans more hopeful. However, the center agreed to sign a three-year deal with the Thunder the following day. Hartenstein was the top...
Knicks Trade Proposal Lands ‘High Impact’ Big Man for Miles McBride
The next phase of the offseason might very well bring a major Knicks trade, a deal that goes all-in for another star player if one should come available in the coming weeks or months. But fact is, that’s a longshot and the bulk of their work this summer is done. They got the two major extensions they wanted in the bag—Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby—and made the strike for second-tier star wing Mikal Bridges, sending off five first-rounders in the process.
An affordable housing lottery just opened on Manhattan’s Lower East Side
The Lower East Side continues to be one of the coolest neighborhoods in New York City, boasting good restaurants (Fish Cheeks and Golden Diner, for instance) and cultural hotspots like the Tenement Museum, the New Museum and yes, even Dimes Square. Living there, however, is hella expensive. According to RentHop.com, the average monthly rent price in 2024 was $3,300 for a studio with the median price at about $5,825.
Catch Kevin Farley Live at Laugh It Up Comedy Club in Poughkeepsie!
Kevin Farley, the younger brother of the late comic Chris Farley and older brother of actor John P. Farley is a renowned actor and comedian in his own right. He boasts over 100 television and film appearances in his three-decade career. Known for his roles in "Curb Your Enthusiasm" and "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia," Kevin has spent the past 11 years headlining as a stand-up comedian across the country.
New drug reverses diabetes in mice, boosting insulin-making cells by 700%
Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. What just happened? While there are many therapies available to treat diabetes, none have proven to completely reverse this disease. That may change as research from the Mount Sinai Health System and the City of Hope continues to progress. Researchers from these institutions have demonstrated a treatment that increases human insulin-producing beta cells in vivo for the first time, normalizing glucose levels in diabetic mice models. "It's very exciting to be close to seeing this novel treatment used in patients," said one of the researchers. "There is nothing like this available to patients right now."
Escaped Rikers Island inmate reportedly found by police riding MTA bus
NEW YORK - The Rikers Island inmate who escaped from an NYC hospital while in custody last month, has been found by police. James Mossetty, 35, was arrested on Tuesday evening after being on the run since June 26. The Post reports that the inmate was caught riding an MTA...
Knicks get a double dose of good news as dream offseason continues
The New York Knicks are having quite the summer after trading for star Mikal Bridges, re-signing OG Anunoby, and re-signing Jalen Brunson to a well-below-market deal. Those three moves would be enough for most Knicks fans but they aren't done making moves. They just signed veteran point guard Cam Payne...
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