The dazzling lights and cacophony of Times Square have a new, thought-provoking neighbor. Forget the flashing billboards for a moment, because a powerful presence has landed amidst the urban jungle: a magnificent 12-foot bronze statue of a Black woman. Titled “Grounded in the Stars,” this striking artwork by British artist Thomas J. Price isn’t just…
No Trash, Compost, or Recycling Collection in NYC on Labor Day, September 2, 2024 The New York City Department of Sanitation has announced that there will be no trash, curbside compost, or recycling collection on Labor Day, Monday, September 2, 2024. If your regular collection day is Monday, please place your trash, compost, and recyclables…
– New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York City Sheriff Anthony Miranda, and New York City Police Department (NYPD) Commissioner Edward Caban today announced the results of enforcement actions taken last night against two illegal cannabis operators warehousing illegal cannabis and other products in the Throgs Neck area of the Bronx. Led by the…
Gracie Mansion is the official residence of Mayor Eric Adams and is a private not-for-profit corporation established in 1981 to preserve, maintain and enhance Gracie Mansion – one of the oldest surviving wood structures in Manhattan. Two-Day Event Will Offer Lucky New Yorkers A Safe, Fun, and Family-Friendly Halloween Experience With Decorations, Activities, and Treats…
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced new guidance from the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) allowing state-chartered banks to receive Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) credit for lending to or investing in Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) — even if their 2024 federal certification has lapsed. This action will help safeguard critical investments in CDFIs which…