A majority of New Yorkers believe that Governor Andrew Cuomo and the state Department of Education should take over New York City schools and take control of them from Mayor Bill de Blasio, according to a Spectrum News poll / Ipsos. Sixty-one percent of those surveyed were in favor of Cuomo and NY State having … Read more
The One World Trade Center skyscraper or the iconic Grand Central station are some of the buildings that tonight will be lit up in purple in different parts of New York to denounce sexist violence and commemorate what is known as “Wear Purple Day”, a national initiative to raise awareness about this scourge. In addition … Read more
The annual tradition of Winter Village o The Winter Village at Bryant Park in Manhattan has some changes this year due to the pandemic. The popular attraction will open on Friday, October 30. All visitors must wear a mask. So those who want to take advantage of the only free-entry skating rink in the city, … Read more
This music has become a very peculiar sound and recognized by the residents of Fifth Avenue in Sunset Park. A sound that has not been missing for a single day for more than 20 years, even in the midst of the pandemic. “I go out to sing, to brighten up the street. Sometimes those who … Read more
Following the announcement of a wedding in Williamsburg with about 1,000 guests, Governor Cuomo ordered health officials to ban the event. Sources indicate that it is the marriage of the grandson of an important rabbi. The activist, Naftuli Moster, posted the alleged invitation on Twitter stating that the wedding is planned for Monday on Rodney … Read more
New York Mayor Bill de Blasio highlighted the work of public servants and the efforts of essential workers during the pandemic. He pointed out that despite the limitations of the municipal budget, resources have been so well administered that no activity of the municipal government has been stopped. De Blasio presented the appointment of Melanie … Read more
Starting next Friday, movie theaters across the state, with the exception of those in New York City, will finally be able to reopen at limited capacity. Governor Cuomo authorized these businesses to reopen at 25% capacity and will gradually reach a maximum of 50% per projection. The use of the masks is mandatory all the … Read more
For the second time this year, thousands of people flocked to the country’s capital for the Women’s March. The second march was planned after the departure of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Organizers say their goal is to send a message about the fierce opposition of women to President Trump’s agenda, including their attempt … Read more
One subject was shot in the neck on a subway platform in Manhattan. The incident took place Sunday night, on the platform of the northbound trains 1, 2 and 3, at the 14th Street and Seventh Avenue station, in the Chelsea neighborhood. Investigators say the 24-year-old victim was taken on foot to Lennox Health Center … Read more
New York State has the highest number of positive coronavirus cases in the nation -142-, including a senior transportation official, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced. The governor also reported that due to the shortage of hand sanitizer, the state manufactured its own sanitizer. 100,000 gallons per week, he said. Of the 142 patients with the coronavirus, … Read more