New York's coronavirus infection rate is lower than any other state in the nation and Gov. Andrew Cuomo says speedy re-openings seen across the nation are to blame.Continue reading
Days after the Governor declared a State of Emergency in New York due to the spread of COVID-19 electeds take stand on price gouging from Harlem to the Hudson.Continue reading
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The respiratory disease caused by coronavirus, first detected in Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China, has now been detected in 50 locations internationally. Continue reading
A statewide ban on plastic bags means grocery stores, food establishments and other New York businesses must stop using them from March 1, 2020 — and in New York City consumers will also be charged 5 cents for every paper bag they use.Continue reading
Food Bank for New York City’s Board of Directors has selected Leslie Gordon as the organization’s new President and Chief Executive Officer. Continue reading
The investigative news site ProPublica, has compiled the most comprehensive list so far of Catholic clergy "credibly accused" of sexual abuse. Continue reading
The Senate Majority today advanced bills to combat substance misuse and protect New York communities from the scourge of opioid addiction. Continue reading
A new survey from MassINC Polling Group shows that 66 percent of voters in seven Eastern states (Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia) support modernizing the region’s transportation network.Continue reading
NYC Health + Hospitals today announced the launch of the health system’s first home-based primary care program designed to improve health outcomes, quality of life, and reduce hospitalization for frail, homebound New Yorkers from Harlem to the Hudson. Continue reading