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NYC Invests $5.5M to Expand Free Swim Lessons for 18,000 Students

Mayor Eric Adams announced a $5.5 million investment to expand free swim lessons across New York City, reaching nearly 18,000 students. The initiative aims to improve water safety, particularly in underserved communities, while saving families over $1.3 million in swim lesson costs. With rising temperatures and the city’s extensive shoreline, officials emphasize swimming as both…

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New York Launches $19.4 Million Thruway Bridge Rehabilitation Project

Governor Kathy Hochul announced the commencement of a $19.4 million infrastructure project to rehabilitate two bridges on Interstate 87 in Rockland County. Originally constructed in the 1950s, the bridges will undergo deck and joint replacements to enhance safety and longevity. The initiative is part of a broader $477.3 million investment in Thruway improvements scheduled for…

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Trump Team Touts Wins: Schools, Borders & National Security

Summary: Trump Administration officials hit the Sunday shows to showcase big wins—from fixing education to securing the border. Education Secretary Linda McMahon pushed for school choice, while AG Pam Bondi slammed activist judges blocking law enforcement. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz vowed tough action on Iran and Houthi terrorists disrupting global trade. Special Envoy Steve…

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New York Expands Protections for Reproductive Health Providers Amid Legal Challenges

Governor Kathy Hochul is doubling down on New York’s stance as a safe haven for reproductive rights, signing a law that shields abortion providers from out-of-state prosecution. The legislation allows doctors to keep their names off prescription labels, protecting them from legal threats by anti-choice states. With this move, Hochul is sending a clear message:…

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Mayor Adams Gives Free Smartphones to 1,000+ Rikers Inmates to Stay on Track

Phones help connect ex-inmates to health care, housing & jobs 74% went to those with serious mental illness or opioid treatment needs Part of Adams’ push to tackle mental health & reentry challenges Mayor Adams Announces NYC Health + Hospitals has Connected More Than 1,000 Medically-Vulnerable New Yorkers Leaving Rikers Island With Smartphones to Increase…

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Mayor Adams Appoints 11 New Judges to NYC Family, Criminal, and Civil Courts”

🔹 Strengthening NYC’s justice system with experienced judicial leaders🔹 New appointments to Family, Criminal, and Interim Civil Courts🔹 Commitment to public safety, fairness, and efficiency in the courts New York. Mayor Adams Makes 11 new Judicial Appointments  – New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced 11 new judicial appointments — five appointments to Family…

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