Council Member Marjorie Velázquez (D-13 Bronx), Chair of the Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection, held a public oversight hearing at New York City Hall.
Continue readingMayor Adams And Hochul Report Progress On A More Inclusive, Prosperous “New” New York After One Year
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York Governor Kathy Hochul today announced progress in building a more inclusive, prosperous “New” New York.
Continue readingMayor Adams And DSNY Commissioner Tisch Announce Tech Upgrade For Winter Anow Operations
NYC Mayor Eric Adams and NYC Department of Sanitation (DSNY) Commissioner Jessica Tisch today unveiled new technology to modernize and enhance DSNY’s snow cleanup operations in preparation for the upcoming winter season.
Continue readingCoalition Urges Legal Support For Asylum Seekers And New Yorkers Facing Deportation
On Thursday, December 14, 2023, at 11am, a coalition of elected officials, immigrant advocates, partners, and impacted families was announced.
Continue readingHip Hip Hooray, New York Community Trust Awards $7.5M To Address Critical Needs
The New York Community Trust today announced more than $7.5 million in grants to 40 nonprofits working to advance economic and educational opportunities for New Yorkers and improving lives throughout the city and beyond.
Continue readingDavid Miliband And Hillary Rodham Clinton Will Discuss The Deepening Global Humanitarian Crises In Harlem
On Monday, December 18th, 2023, David Miliband, the IRC's president and CEO and IGP Carnegie Distinguished Fellow, will be joined by Hillary Rodham Clinton.
Continue readingCaucus Releases 2024 People’s Budget Framework From Harlem To The Hudson
Under the leadership of Chair Assemblymember Michaelle Solages (D-Nassau County), the members of the Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, and Asian Legislative Caucus released the'' 2024 People’s Budget".
Continue readingMayor Adams Approves A Bill For A Fair Housing Framework To Promote More Equitable Housing Production
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today took another action to create and maintain more affordable housing across the five boroughs by signing legislation that establishes a “Fair Housing Framework.”
Continue readingHip Hip Hooray, Hebrew Tabernacle In Washington Heights Gets Grant From New York Landmarks Conservancy
The New York Landmarks Conservancy has announced 19 Sacred Sites Grants totaling $289,800 awarded to 17 historic religious properties throughout New York State.
Continue readingMayor Adams Tackles Housing Crisis With A “Green Fast Track” To Expedite The Construction Of Sustainable Housing
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and NYC Department of City Planning (DCP) Director and City Planning Commission (CPC) Chair Dan Garodnick today unveiled the “Green Fast Track”.
Continue readingMayor Adams Unveils Plan For Inclusive Youth Career Pathways Citywide
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced, “Pathways to an Inclusive Economy: An Action Plan for Young Adult Career Success” — a more than $600 million.
Continue readingHey Harlem, NYC Emergency Management Department’s Cue, Prepare For Winds, Rain, And Flooding Too!
The New York City Emergency Management Department (NYCEMD) today issued a travel advisory for Sunday, December 10 and Monday, December 11, 2023.
Continue readingLeaders From Harlem And Beyond Rally Behind Mayor Adams, Dispute Misleading Poll
Following a misleading poll by Quinnipiac yesterday, New York leaders from different races, cultures, boroughs, and industries came forward to show their support for Mayor Adams’.
Continue readingThe Reverend Dennis Dillons reSURGEnt Conference At Riverside Church In Harlem
by Seitu Oronde
On November 17th, 2023, photojournalist Seitu Oronde attended the reSURGEnce Conference at City College in Harlem, NY.
Continue readingHey Harlem, Urgent Action Needed, To Stop Cuts To Park Funding From Harlem And Beyond
Our parks system is in crisis. Mayor Adams has already cut the NYC Parks budget by 5%, resulting in a hiring freeze, the loss of staff, and the delay of critical parks programs.
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