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Mayor Adams issues order to overrule law limiting solitary confinement at NYC jails
Mayor Eric Adams The move is the latest chapter in a back-and-forth battle between Adams and the City Council over pushes to ban most forms of solitary confinement at Rikers Island. [ more › ]
Deadline to apply for NYC outdoor dining permits approaching
NEW YORK – New York City restaurant owners have until Aug. 3 to apply for roadside permits for the city's new outdoor dining guidelines.Under the new Dining Out NYC program, structures can't be fully enclosed and must have a unified look and be easy to break down since they will only be allowed from April through November.While roadside dining has dwindled since the pandemic, the Department of Transportation says so far, more than 1,300 of the several thousand restaurants with outdoor dining have applied for permits.Restaurant owners have until the end of the day Aug. 3 to apply or they must...
Mayor Adams and City Council at odds over ballot proposals
NEW YORK (PIX11) — The New York City Charter Revision Commission has released five ballot proposals, further dividing the mayor’s office and the City Council. One of the proposals would require extra legislative steps for bills that impact public safety, which could dilute the City Council’s power. The commission would also limit the City Council’s […]
Knicks Notes: Odds, Jokubaitis, Backup Center
Oddsmakers have given the Knicks their highest projected win total since the 1993/94 preseason, according to Dylan Svoboda of The New York Post. According to FanDuel Sportsbook, New York’s projected over/under line is set at 53.5 victories. In ’93/94, they were projected to win 56 games. They racked up 57 victories and advanced all the way to the Finals.
‘I’mma Set You Up’: Kevin Hart Says One of His First Purchases Was to Buy His Father a $65K House
Two years after the death of his father, Henry Witherspoon, comedian Kevin Hart revealed a significant milestone in their relationship: purchasing his father’s first house. […]
Southampton Art Center’s SummerFest Honors Jamee & Peter Gregory
Jamee and Peter Gregory, generous trailblazers in philanthropy for the arts, are the recipients of this summer’s Champion of Arts Award at the 11th annual Southampton Arts Center Gala on August 17. Jamee and Peter are two people who seemingly never slow down. Gregory, a former financial advisor at...
Shaq Says 1 NBA City Is Built On Hype
The New York Knicks were one of the biggest winners of the offseason. Trading for Mikal Bridges came at a steep price, but it could end up having a massive impact on them for years to come. They also managed to re-sign OG Anunoby, all while Jalen Brunson agreed to...
South Fork Towns Continue to Pitch New Plans for Housing
Southampton Town is working this summer to roll out down payment and accessory dwelling unit assistance programs funded through its new Community Housing Fund, a new dedicated supply of money generated through a ½ percent real estate transfer tax, which had collected more than $12 million by April of this year.
Nestor Cortes' Yankees tweet could come back to haunt him, thanks to latest trade intel
The New York Yankees were one of the worst teams in baseball since mid-June. The spotlight was on them. which was understandable. If a New York team, especially the Yankees struggles, the pressure is on. During the All-Star Game, Yankees starting pitcher Nestor Cortes went after critics of the team,...
Jazz Chisholm’s epic Derek Jeter story resurfaces after his trade to Yankees
The newest New York Yankees star Jazz Chisholm Jr. already has close ties with one of the franchise’s most beloved icons. Reports emerged Saturday that the Yankees had traded for the former Miami Marlins star in exchange for three prospects. After the news went public, Chisholm shared the perfect video to commemorate him becoming a... The post Jazz Chisholm’s epic Derek Jeter story resurfaces after his trade to Yankees appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Yankees Interested In Tommy Edman
The Yankees are among the teams that have inquired with the Cardinals regarding the availability of infielder/outfielder Tommy Edman, according to The Athletic’s Katie Woo. The Yankees join the Dodgers, whose interest in Edman’s services was discussed earlier today, in inquiring after the versatile switch-hitter. Edman, 29, has...
The Yankees could solve lead-off and first base with one trade
The Yankees have been in talks with the Tampa Bay Rays ahead of the deadline regarding multiple players. In a perfect world, the Yankees would be able to pry Isaac Paredes away from their AL East division rival, but they may end up settling for an option like Yandy Diaz.
‘Spectacular views’: Bronx affordable housing unit has pool and washer/dryer combo
THE BRONX, N.Y. (PIX11) — New Yorkers have 30 days to apply for the latest affordable housing opportunity in the Bronx. The property offers views of the Third Avenue Bridge and the Harlem River, according to NYC Housing Connect. Located in Mott Haven, the building has 100 affordable units for households of up to seven […]
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