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Bronx Times
Published 44 minutes agoAmerica 250 event at Bronx Hall of Justice explores the borough’s history and evolution of court system
The history of the Bronx — from its roots as an agrarian community to its emergence as one of New York City’s most diverse and bustling boroughs — took center stage Sept. 24 during “America 250: The Bronx Perspective” at the Bronx Hall of Justice. The Historical Society of the…
WRNJ Radio
Published 1 hour agoParsippany Library to transform into 18-hole mini-golf course for fundraiser
PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS, N.J. (Morris County) — The Parsippany Library will transform into an 18-hole miniature golf course for one day as part of a fundraising event Saturday, Oct. 10. The …
WRNJ Radio
Published 4 hours agoFree expungement clinic in Morristown assists nearly 50 people
MORRISTOWN, N.J. (Morris County) — Nearly 50 people received free legal assistance during an expungement clinic held in Morristown last week, according to the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office. The second …
Mid Hudson News
Published 10 hours agoBlood center urges donations after nor’easter
NEW YORK- The recent nor’easter resulted in the cancellation of blood drives and the loss of about 1,000 blood donations across New York and New Jersey, prompting the New York Blood Center to urge eligible donors to give blood this week. The storm came during an already difficult…
Yonkers Times (Rising Media Group)
Published 13 hours agoNonprofit Westchester’s “From Ideas to Action” Forum Reveals That Affordability and Economic Instability Are Key to Healthy Communities
Cross-sector leaders gather in Elmsford to tackle how skyrocketing costs of basics, housing, energy, and health insurance impact community wellness The surging cost of basic necessities – food, shelter, energy, and health insurance—are a major roadblock to keeping Westchester…
Yonkers Times (Rising Media Group)
Published 14 hours agoPeekskill rallies to demand Congressman Lawler stop raising energy bills and driving up cost of living
Photo courtesy of New York Communities for Change NY-17 residents call for better leadership, protest Lawler for pushing dirty, expensive fossil fuel projects Hudson Valley residents and community groups gathered Tuesday at Pugsley Park in Peekskill to protest Congressman Mike…
MAYOR BARAKA ANNOUNCES $70K LOVE YOUR BLOCK GRANT
City selected in latest cohort of 25 recipients nationwide for funding and support from Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation at Johns Hopkins University; Program finances resident-led neighborhood improvement projects
Bronx Times
Published 18 hours agoFood Bank for NYC secures $6M to expand, modernize Hunts Point distribution center
As hunger grows and federal funding for food assistance faces cuts, Food Bank for New York City is getting $6 million to expand and modernize its Hunts Point Food Distribution Center in the Bronx. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand announced the federal funding Sept. 21 alongside…
City Limits
Published 18 hours agoThe Poet in Public Housing Who Turned Neighbors’ Stories Into Sculptures
Tamra Cosby, 28, said it was "very humbling" to hear her Astoria Houses neighbors—some of whom she’s known for over a decade—speak candidly about personal doubts and worries. Her new sculptures have fellow residents' words etched into them.
Yonkers Times (Rising Media Group)
Published 19 hours agoReading and Discussion with Author Cherry Lou Sy on September 30 at WCC
The Humanities Institute is hosting several Readings, Discussion, and Lectures this semester. Coming up next:Reading and Discussion with Author Cherry Lou Sy on September 30 at 3:00 pm, Classroom Building, Room CLA-100Cherry Lou Sy is a writer and playwright originally from the…
Bronx Times
Published 20 hours agoBronx Times Opinion | A better Bronx starts with listening to the people
Every day, I work alongside individuals and families who are doing everything they can to overcome challenges related to housing, mental health, financial hardship, and access to basic resources. Through my work and my experiences in the community, I have witnessed a troubling…
Long Island Press
Published 20 hours agoSen. Rhoads honor Nassau women of distinction
Fourteen accomplished women across Nassau County were honored for strengthening their communities and serving as dedicated leaders. The women were honored by Sen. Steven Rhoads during his fourth annual Women of Distinction ceremony held at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Public…