At 72 years old, Tomás Euvin spends his days in this center for the elderly in Queens. Although he came to NY 30 years ago, he was not always able to contribute to social security and that now takes its toll on him. “What Social Security gives us is not even enough for the rent, … Read more
Three Bed Bath & Beyond stores in our city are among nearly 90 nationwide that the company is closing before possible bankruptcy. That includes two locations in Brooklyn, including Sunset Park and East New York. Also, a store in East Elmhurst will soon close its doors. Bed Bath & Beyond is also closing a BuyBuy … Read more
Construction contractors report a drastic increase in lawsuits against them for suspicious injuries. They claim they are losing millions and that, by law, there is nothing that can be done to stop it. The alleged accidents occur at low altitudes, without witnesses and with workers who have only been working for a couple of days. … Read more
A huge celebration was held on the Lower East Side yesterday to mark the Lunar New Year. Hundreds of people gathered at Sara D. Roosevelt Park to watch the fireworks, costumes, and dancers celebrating the Year of the Rabbit. New York police stepped up security at the event following Saturday’s mass shooting during a Lunar … Read more
Mayor Adams announces that a fifth Humanitarian Response Center will soon open inside the Brooklyn Marine Terminal to continue to address the influx of asylum seekers to the five boroughs. The estimated number of migrants who have arrived since the spring already exceeds 41,000. The new shelter will serve adult males and provide them with … Read more
Ana Cabas, an employee at this Jackson Heights restaurant, says she always makes sure to give her customers the option of bringing plastic utensils. “We have deliverieswe have people come to pick up orders and we ask people if they want plastic utensils or not. But soon it could be the customer’s responsibility to ask … Read more
This year Manhattan will welcome its first public beach, open to all and suitable for sunbathing, but not for taking a dip… Hudson River Park Trust will build a 5 1/2 acre recreational park on the banks of the Hudson River. It will be located in the West Village not far from the Whitney museum. … Read more
The Mega Millions continues to rise and reaches an estimated prize of 1,350 million dollars. This is the second highest figure in the history of this lottery. The last draw, played last night, did not yield winners of the jackpot, however, a New Yorker got five numbers of the combination that was: 7, 13, 14, … Read more
One last chance to enjoy one of the best attractions of the Christmas season in the city, the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree. If you haven’t seen the tree fully lit yet, or if you might want to take another look at it, today is your last day to do so. The tree will be turned … Read more