The COVID Crisis: Another Promising Drug Treatment, No Racial disparities In Results
Coronavirus (COVID-19) tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University is as follows. The previous numbers in parentheses.Continue reading
NYC Mayor de Blasio Launches No-Penalty Sign Inspections
The de Blasio Administration today announced the start of a new No-Penalty Business Accessory Sign Inspection Program and the return of the annual No-Penalty Deck and Porch and Retaining Wall Inspection Programs. Continue reading
The COVID Crisis: Ouch, Dunkin’ To Close 800 U.S. Locations In 2020
Dunkin’ announced on Thursday that it plans to permanently close approximately 800 U.S. locations based on the effects of the COVID crisis.Continue reading
The COVID Crisis: More Delays In Test Results, Bill Gates Sees A Falling Death Rate
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The COVID Crisis: Latest Metrics Show City Test & Trace Corps Reaching 96% Of Positive Cases
Mayor de Blasio today announced the City's Test & Trace Corps is now reaching 96% of COVID-19 cases citywide, according to the program’s latest metrics spanning the past two weeks. Continue reading
The COVID Crisis: NY Virus Hospitalizations Lowest Number Since March 2020
The number of coronavirus hospitalizations from Harlem to the Hudson has dropped to 743 on Saturday, the lowest number the state has reported since mid-March.Continue reading
NYC Missed A Chance To Invest In Businesses Owners Of Color And Women
To understand the frustration of people of color and women from Harlem to Hollis, consider the $3.4 billion in contracts the city recently awarded businesses in its fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.Continue reading
Hip Hip Hurray, The NYC Public Libraries Begin To Reopen From Harlem To Hollis
Finally, the City’s three library systems—The New York Public Library (NYPL), Brooklyn Public Library (BPL), and Queens Public Library (QPL)—are reopening 22 branches for grab-and-go service in all five boroughs.Continue reading
The COVID Crisis: Announcing Nearly 6,000 PPP Loans To District And More Time To Apply
Today, Representative Adriano Espaillat announced the release of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) information to New York’s 13th congressional district by the Small Business Administration and U.S. Treasury Department:Continue reading
Hey Harlem Small Businesses, Here Are 4 The COVID Crisis-Related Tax Solutions
If you’re a small business owner, COVID-19 has likely had a financial impact on your company that may include paying any taxes you owe this year. Continue reading
Harlem’s Lawrence King Talks Small Business During The COVID Crisis And More On The Danny Tisdale Show
Harlem trailblazer Lawrence King talks Harlem small businesses, the COVID Crisis, and more with host Danny Tisdale, on The Danny Tisdale Show.Continue reading
Rudy’s World: Juneteenth, Black Lives Matter And More From Harlem To Harare
Photographs by Rudy Collins
The African Center hosted a Black Lives Matter ceremony in honor of Juneteenth, Breona Taylor, George Floyd, Eric Garner, Armuad Arbery, and the other lives that matter in Harlem.
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The COVID Crisis: Bars Are Becoming The Hotspots And The Crisis Is Making Hunger Worse
Consumer Affairs reports that the COVID Crisis tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University.Continue reading
The COVID Crisis: Mayor de Blasio Updates New Yorkers On COVID-19 Summer Heat Plan
Mayor Bill de Blasio today updated New Yorkers on the City’s efforts to keep vulnerable New Yorkers cool indoors this summer. Continue reading
The COVID Crisis: New York Coronavirus Death Toll Rises For 3rd Day In A Row
New York's coronavirus death toll crept up for the third day in a row Wednesday, as the state reopens, and almost two weeks after police brutality protests drew crowds of thousands into the streets.Continue reading