Manhattan

“Assemblywoman unveils million-dollar program to protect small businesses, particularly winemakers in the South Bronx and Upper Manhattan”

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“Assemblywoman unveils million-dollar program to protect small businesses, particularly winemakers in the South Bronx and Upper Manhattan”

A new program that seeks to increase the protection of small businesses, especially winemakers in the South Bronx and Upper Manhattan against the increase in violent crimes against them. This Monday, Assemblywoman Amanda Septimo together with the Small Business Group and the Bronx Community Foundation unveiled a pilot program that will have funds of up … Read more

“Congressman George Santos Faces Serious Charges: Legal Analysis with Lawyer Juan Carlos Polanco”

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“Congressman George Santos Faces Serious Charges: Legal Analysis with Lawyer Juan Carlos Polanco”

Congressman George Santos is in deep legal trouble. The federal authorities presented serious charges against him, although he says that he will continue in his seat. Lawyer Juan Carlos Polanco analyzes this case and the civil lawsuit that former President Donald Trump lost this week with Juan Manuel Benítez, presenter of Pura Política. 2023-05-14 13:17:01 … Read more

“NYC Health and Hospitals and Carnegie Hall Team Up for Heartwarming Mother’s Day Lullaby Project”

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“NYC Health and Hospitals and Carnegie Hall Team Up for Heartwarming Mother’s Day Lullaby Project”

For Mother’s Day, NYC Health and Hospitals has teamed up with Carnegie Hall to give a group of mothers the ability to create personalized lullabies for their newborns. The “Lullaby Project” was created by the famous concert hall in 2011. Sixteen parents had the opportunity to write their own songs alongside professional musicians and perform … Read more

“Mother’s Day Flowers: Paradise Florist Prepares for the Biggest Sale of the Year”

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“Mother’s Day Flowers: Paradise Florist Prepares for the Biggest Sale of the Year”

“Well, on Mother’s Day, I’d like flowers, lots of flowers, I love roses, lots of roses.” As families make plans to celebrate Mother’s Day this year at Paradise Florist in Inwood, their owners have been preparing for a month now to help shoppers find thank-you gifts for the queen of the home. -I imagine that … Read more

Activists Protest Mayor’s Plan to Open Shelter for Homeless on Upper West Side

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Activists Protest Mayor’s Plan to Open Shelter for Homeless on Upper West Side

Activists and residents of the Upper West Side took to the streets to protest the mayor’s plans to open a new ‘safe haven’ type shelter for homeless people who prefer to live on the streets than reside in shelters traditional. The facilities are located on the same block where there are two schools. “The shelter … Read more

Manhattan subway death: Marine veteran charged with involuntary manslaughter

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Manhattan subway death: Marine veteran charged with involuntary manslaughter

The man who held a subway passenger asphyxiated, causing his death, is expected to turn himself in to authorities on Friday, charged with involuntary manslaughter, which could get him up to 15 years in jail. The Manhattan district attorney’s office announced Thursday that it would file criminal charges against Daniel Penny, 24, a US Marine … Read more

“Elected Officials and Advocates Rally for Approval of Sammy Law to Save Lives in New York City”

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“Elected Officials and Advocates Rally for Approval of Sammy Law to Save Lives in New York City”

Elected authorities together with local organizations and survivors of traffic accidents demand the approval of the Sammy Law. This legislation would allow New York City to finally set its own speed limits, because 42 percent of pedestrians struck by motor vehicles at an impact speed of 25 miles per hour will be killed or seriously … Read more

“Police seek public’s assistance in locating escaped suspect from Brooklyn police custody”

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“Police seek public’s assistance in locating escaped suspect from Brooklyn police custody”

Police are asking for the public’s help in locating the individual who appears in a photo released by authorities escaping from police custody Monday in Brooklyn. Joseph King, 21, was being transferred around 6 p.m. to Brooklyn Central Booking, located at 120 Schermerhorn Street. King managed to free one hand from his handcuffs and fled … Read more

“Promise NYC Initiative Aids Undocumented Children with Child Care”

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“Promise NYC Initiative Aids Undocumented Children with Child Care”

Angela arrived seeking asylum in NY seven months ago with her two children. The youngest of one year and eight months was accepted into the Promise NYC program, and according to her mother, it has changed their lives. “Now we can go to work and I am very grateful for the change. It has been … Read more

“A United Community Walks for Good Mental Health: Councilor Carmen De La Rosa Leads Washington Heights Initiative”

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“A United Community Walks for Good Mental Health: Councilor Carmen De La Rosa Leads Washington Heights Initiative”

Coinciding with mental health month, Councilor Carmen De La Rosa continues to try to strengthen the emotional health and well-being of the communities in this sector. The streets of Washington Heights were seen on Saturday as a united community walked to communicate the importance of good mental health. It is the first version of this … Read more