The Home Healthcare Workers of America (HHWA) and the International Union of Journeymen and Allied Trades (IUJAT), representing over 30,000 home healthcare aides in New York City, yesterday partnered with NYS Assemblyman Kenny Burgos (D-Dist. 85) and NYC City Councilwoman Amanda Farias (D-Dist. 18) to distribute Thanksgiving turkeys to Bronx families in need. “HHWA and… Continue reading Home Healthcare Workers Deliver Thanksgiving Turkeys To Needy Families In The Bronx
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KHCC Feeds 1,000+ Bronx Families Ahead Of Thanksgiving
On Tuesday, November 21, 2023, Kingsbridge Heights Community Center (KHCC) hosted a Holiday Meal Giveaway, distributing more than 500 special meal bags, filled with fresh pork, pasta, cheese, rice, sauces, and more. The event, made possible by a generous grant from the Cohen Foundation, aimed to spread joy and support to the Bronx community during… Continue reading KHCC Feeds 1,000+ Bronx Families Ahead Of Thanksgiving
Discussion To Tackle Hate Across New York City
New York City Mayor Eric Adams yesterday convened a meeting with Jewish, Muslim, and Christian faith and community leaders in the wake of a recent spike in hate crimes across both the Jewish and Muslim communities since October 07, 2023 — when Hamas launched a terrorist attack on Israeli civilians. In the five weeks since… Continue reading Discussion To Tackle Hate Across New York City
Israel-Palestine Crisis: It Is The Innocent Civilians Who Are Suffering, And They Need Your Help
Speaking to reporters in Geneva, UN health agency (WHO) spokesperson Christian Lindmeier stated that in Israel, where 1,400 people have been murdered so far, and in Gaza, where over 9,000 people have been killed, 70% of the victims being women and children. “It is the innocent civilians who are suffering here.” “Let us remember the… Continue reading Israel-Palestine Crisis: It Is The Innocent Civilians Who Are Suffering, And They Need Your Help
Cultivating Community Well-Being Through Small-Scale Enterprises
Small enterprises are crucial pillars that uphold not just the economy but also the health and wellness of communities. These businesses offer more than just goods and services; they form the backbone of a robust and dynamic local culture. This article delves into the different ways small ventures contribute to the well-being of the community,… Continue reading Cultivating Community Well-Being Through Small-Scale Enterprises
Ambitious Campaign Aims To Increase New Yorkers’ Life Expectancy To 83 Years By 2030
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan today unveiled “HealthyNYC,” an ambitious plan to improve and extend the average lifespan of all New Yorkers. The campaign sets ambitious targets to address the greatest drivers of premature death, including chronic and diet-related… Continue reading Ambitious Campaign Aims To Increase New Yorkers’ Life Expectancy To 83 Years By 2030
New Yorkers Are Spreading The Love. Here Is How You Can Get Innvolved
We all love New York City. And this year, New Yorkers have been showing their love by lending a helping hand as part of our Spread Love campaign. Since March, nearly 30,000 New Yorkers have given more than 235,000 hours of their time to help out our neighbors in need. Thanks in no small part… Continue reading New Yorkers Are Spreading The Love. Here Is How You Can Get Innvolved
Statement On Growing Reports Of Hateful Rhetoric In NYC Schools
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Education Chancellor David C. Banks today released the following statement on the alarming increase of hateful rhetoric being expressed at educational institutions across both the city and the nation, particularly surrounding the ongoing war resulting from the attack on Israel on October 07,… Continue reading Statement On Growing Reports Of Hateful Rhetoric In NYC Schools
Free Clinic To File Claims Over Stolen Electronic Benefits
Mercy Center, Red de Pueblos Trasnacionales, and Bronx Legal Services will host a Free Clinic on Saturday, October 21, 2023, between the hours of 12:00 p.m. and 04:00 p.m. at Mercy Center at 377 E 145th St, Bronx, NY 10454. The event aims to help Bronx residents, in particular immigrant, mixed status, and Limited English… Continue reading Free Clinic To File Claims Over Stolen Electronic Benefits
Unveiling “Officer Richard Lopez Way” In Honor Of The Late Bronx Police Officer
On Friday, October 13, 2023, Council Member Marjorie Velázquez (D-13 Bronx) joined Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, and members of the New York City Police Department’s 45th Precinct and Police Service Area 8, Friday afternoon at the Randall Avenue & Cross Bronx Expressway Extension to unveil “Officer Richard Lopez Way” street renaming. Officer Lopez, who… Continue reading Unveiling “Officer Richard Lopez Way” In Honor Of The Late Bronx Police Officer
The Impact Of Socializing On Senior Wellbeing
As people grow older, it is not uncommon for them to lose friends and relatives that they were once close with. This can be damaging to mental health and cause physical health problems. Socialization is important for seniors and can provide a range of health benefits, even for those who are naturally introverted. Connecting with… Continue reading The Impact Of Socializing On Senior Wellbeing
Bipartisan Coalition Of 14 Attorneys General On The Attacks On Israel
New York Attorney General Letitia James and a bipartisan group of 13 attorneys general from Arizona, California, Delaware, Illinois, Kansas, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, and the District of Columbia released the following joint statement on the current situation in Israel and the attacks launched by Hamas: “We are aghast and outraged at… Continue reading Bipartisan Coalition Of 14 Attorneys General On The Attacks On Israel
Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center Community Health Street Fair
More than 50 community organizations, local businesses, City & State agencies teamed up with Harlem’s Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center to provide free health screenings, CoViD-19 testing & vaccinations, flu shots and more during a Community Health Street Fair that was held on Friday, September 22, 2023. The annual event, typically located within Bowen’s… Continue reading Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center Community Health Street Fair
Hip Hop DJ Funk Flex & Nonprofit Leaders Unite For Free Food Distribution In The Bronx
Tomorrow, as hip hop commemorates its 50th anniversary, the Bronx is preparing for a groundbreaking event. DJ Funk Flex, an iconic figure in the hip hop world and celebrated son of the Bronx, is uniting with two nonprofit innovators, Grassroots Grocery and Sharing Excess. Together, supported by Grubhub, they will launch a massive food distribution… Continue reading Hip Hop DJ Funk Flex & Nonprofit Leaders Unite For Free Food Distribution In The Bronx
Survey Of New Yorkers On Prevention Of Street Harassment
The Street Harassment Prevention Advisory Board (SHPAB), launched a citywide outreach effort to conduct a survey on the nature, prevalence, and impact of street harassment on New Yorkers. The SHPAB is co-chaired by the New York City Mayor’s Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence (ENDGBV) and the New York City Commission on Gender Equity… Continue reading Survey Of New Yorkers On Prevention Of Street Harassment
New Humanitarian Emergency Response & Relief Center
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced the transition of an emergency respite site into a new Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Center at Austell Place in Long Island City as the number of asylum seekers currently in the city’s care approaches 60,000, and as more than 110,000 asylum seekers have arrived in New… Continue reading New Humanitarian Emergency Response & Relief Center
New Approach To Handling Protests
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York City Corporation Counsel Sylvia Hinds-Radix, and New York City Police Department (NYPD) Commissioner Edward Caban today announced that the NYPD has implemented new practices to better address the unique challenges that arise during spontaneous protests, keep New Yorkers safe, and respect every person’s First Amendment rights to… Continue reading New Approach To Handling Protests
A Celebration Of Working People & The Unions That Support Them
Here in New York City, the three-day Labor Day weekend marks the beginning of a new year in many ways. Many of us are enjoying the last days of summer, traveling or spending time with friends and family, and our children are getting ready to return to school. This chance to relax and recharge is… Continue reading A Celebration Of Working People & The Unions That Support Them
New York City Has Cared For Over 100,000 Asylum Seekers Since Last Spring
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced that the city has provided shelter and care for more than 101,200 asylum seekers that have arrived in the five boroughs since April 2022. “With more than 101,200 asylum seekers arriving in New York City and asking for shelter, our city has now provided shelter and care… Continue reading New York City Has Cared For Over 100,000 Asylum Seekers Since Last Spring
Affordable Homes For New Yorkers
New York City is home to people from all over the world. We may eat different foods and speak different languages, but in the end, we all want things: jobs, good schools for our children, public safety, and a chance to live the American Dream. A central part of that dream is an affordable home,… Continue reading Affordable Homes For New Yorkers
The Gathering For Justice Announces A $100K Matching Gift Campaign
Today The Gathering for Justice launched a dollar-for-dollar matching gift campaign called “Double The Good Trouble” which will support and amplify The Gathering’s work and fuel the enduring legacy of its extraordinary late founder, Harry Belafonte. Thanks to an anonymous donor every dollar the organization receives will be matched up to an incredible $100,000. Donors… Continue reading The Gathering For Justice Announces A $100K Matching Gift Campaign
The New Leadership Keeping New York City Safe
As Mayor of New York, I know just how important public safety is to our city, and how important the right leadership is in achieving it. Over the last 18 months, this Administration has made major progress in driving down major crime, and last week I named a new leadership team at the NYPD that… Continue reading The New Leadership Keeping New York City Safe
4 Strategies To Deal With Cyberbullying
Cyberbullying is the use of digital technologies to harass, humiliate, or threaten someone online. It can affect your mental health and well-being, especially if you use social apps and media to chat with people. In this article, you will learn four strategies to deal with cyberbullying and protect yourself and others from its harmful effects. … Continue reading 4 Strategies To Deal With Cyberbullying
NYC Pride 2023: Youth Pride
NYC Pride announces our sixth Youth Pride, which features performances by Snookie Lanore, Amorphous, Devan Ibizia, Blue Man Group and more. Youth Pride will be held at Williamsburg, Brooklyn’s Domino Park. With bills specifically targeting Trans youth flooding state legislatures and growing all the more common, NYC Pride’s Youth Pride, which is specifically designed to… Continue reading NYC Pride 2023: Youth Pride
NYC Pride Partners With Artist Jarrett Key
NYC Pride invites you to witness multimodal visual and performance artist Jarrett Key paint The March’s VIP Grandstand Backdrop live! This free and open to the public event will be held Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at Marsha P. Johnson State Park, 90 Kent Avenue in Williamsburg, Brooklyn at 06:00 p.m. 1969 Gallery is also a partner on this live performance event. About Jarrett Key Jarrett… Continue reading NYC Pride Partners With Artist Jarrett Key
2023 Bronx Walk Of Fame Inductees Announced
On Monday, Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson joined Bronx Tourism Council, Bronx Economic Development Corporation, Montefiore Hospital, Essen Health Care, and other community partners to kick-off Bronx Week 2023 at the new Bronx Children’s Museum. The event’s highlight was the announcement of the 2023 Bronx Walk of Fame inductees. “Bronx Week is our marquee event… Continue reading 2023 Bronx Walk Of Fame Inductees Announced
Hood Feminism At The Bronx Museum Of The Arts
All too often the focus of mainstream feminism is not on the basic survival for the many but on increasing privilege for the few. Meeting basic needs is a feminist issue. Food insecurity, the living wage, access to education, and medical care are feminist issues. The fight against racism, ableism, and transmisogyny are all feminist… Continue reading Hood Feminism At The Bronx Museum Of The Arts
70 Guns Turned In At A Bronx Gun Buyback
New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced that 70 firearms were turned in at a community gun buyback event hosted by her office and the New York City Police Department (NYPD). This event was part of Attorney General James’ historic effort to hold nine simultaneous gun buyback events on the same day in communities… Continue reading 70 Guns Turned In At A Bronx Gun Buyback
National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, Bronx District Attorney Darcel D. Clark, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez, New York Attorney General Letitia James, and the Downstate Coalition for Crime Victims today hosted the 38th Annual Crime Victims Candlelight Vigil. The Vigil brings together law enforcement officials, victim advocates, community leaders and community members to commemorate National Crime… Continue reading National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
Helping Working Families Access Child Care
New Yorkers work hard twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. They should expect their city government to work at their pace — not the other way around. New Yorkers shouldn’t have to navigate layers of government bureaucracy or fill out pages of paper forms to have access to the services their tax dollars… Continue reading Helping Working Families Access Child Care