The city will invest $10 million in aid to pay for child care for families who are unable to receive federal government aid due to their immigrant status, according to an announcement by Mayor Eric Adams. “All children deserve a chance to succeed, no matter where they come from, and as a city of immigrants, … Read more
A long-lasting winter storm with lots of snow, ice and rain is expected to hit New York on Thursday and Friday. Something that Manuel Navarrete, a peddler on Roosevelt Avenue in Woodside, hopes isn’t too bad so he doesn’t have to stop working. “The money isn’t enough for me, very few people go out and … Read more
A firefighter who was seriously injured preparing for a drill at his Brooklyn station is not expected to survive his injuries, authorities said Friday. Firefighter William Moon II, 47, fell about 20 feet inside Rescue Company 2 at Sterling Place in Brownsville around noon Monday, Mayor Eric Adams and FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh said in … Read more
Adopting an animal is a big commitment and when making this important decision it is advised to think carefully about it, especially during these dates, when Christmas presents tend to be given, according to Liliana Bravo, adoption supervisor at the Animal Care Center of New York. “Over the past few years we have seen many … Read more
Beginning Thursday afternoon and night, the city will experience precipitation and wind, with rain continuing through Friday. The MTA has called for precautions in subway stands and platforms. “Expect winter weather later tonight through tomorrow 🌧 “Make sure you are very careful on stairs and platforms, give yourself extra time for your ride and check … Read more
With the NYC Promise program, City Mayor Eric Adams announced $10 million in support for the care of children of immigrant families, especially those who have arrived in New York seeking asylum in recent months. The aim is to help this population as due to their immigration status they are ineligible for federal benefits that … Read more
Argentina clinched their place in the Qatar 2022 World Cup final by beating Croatia in the first round of the semi-finals. The excitement of the fans made Boca Junior restaurant, in Elmhurst, Queens, rumble. Jumps… hugs… And with patriotic songs, full of emotion they celebrated the triumph of Lionel Messi. Messi converted a penalty and … Read more
With lights, wood and ceramics, the Colombian-American Javier Sánchez, 52, has dedicated himself to creating a Christmas village in an unusual place every winter. And it is that for more than a decade, under a skyscraper, in an Upper East Side parking lot, Sánchez has surprised the inhabitants of the complex and all the curious … Read more