Get Paid & Train to Be an EMT with a Private Medical Group, Application Deadline July 10

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Private medical company, Global Medical Response (GMR), is expanding its recruitment of paid trainees to become full-time emergency medical technicians (EMTs) while they take the necessary training and certification courses. The company announced on Friday, June 25, that it will begin its “Earn While You Learn” recruitment program in New York City beginning in July and is actively seeking applicants. Bronx Assemblyman Kenny Burgos (A.D. 85) joined GMR officials in hosting a jobs fair at 1028 Freeman Street in Foxhurst on Wednesday, July 7. “We are thrilled that GMR is bringing its award-winning ‘Earn While You Learn’ program to New

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The City’s emergency management (EMS) and health departments issued a warning to New Yorkers on Monday, July 5, to take precautions to beat the heat as temperatures are expected to rise dramatically from Tuesday, July 6, until Wednesday, July 7. The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory which will be in effect in the City from 11 a.m. Tuesday to 8 p.m. on Wednesday. High heat and humidity are in the forecast for Tuesday, with heat index values ranging from 95 to 102 across the City. Heat indices in the middle to upper 90s are also anticipated

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Con Ed requested on Wednesday, June 30, that its customers refrain from using energy-intensive appliances, such as washers, dryers, and microwaves unless necessary, and to set air conditioners to the highest comfortable temperature possible, but many New Yorkers were quick to hit back in indignation, coming up instead with what they believed was an alternative quick fix to energy conservation: turn off Times Square… Con Ed said NWS forecasted maximum heat index values of 100-104 degrees for June 30, with heat indices on Thursday July 1 set to drop to the mid-80s. https://twitter.com/NYCMayor/status/1410324925064351754?s=20 As of 10 a.m. on

By DAVID GREENE

Quick-thinking police officers rushed to the aid of an unconscious man who had apparently suffered an accidental overdose at Kingsbridge Road subway at the weekend. Officers used a powerful anti-opioid drug to quickly revive him, possibly saving the man’s life in the process. According to NYPD Detective Denise Moroney, the dramatic incident unfolded outside the turnstile at the Kingsbridge Road subway station, located at East Kingsbridge Road and Jerome Avenue on the border of Kingsbridge Heights and Fordham Manor, and which services the 4 train. A 911 call was received at 10:45 a.m. on Saturday, June 26,

By SÍLE MOLONEY

School cleaners and handypersons who maintain over 1,500 New York City public school buildings voted on Saturday to ratify a new four-year contract with their employer, the New York City School Support Services (NYCSSS). According to NYCSSS, the new agreement, which was signed less than two weeks before the current contract was set to expire on June 30, secures improved communication with the employer to resolve workplace issues, improved access to vacancies, and increased funds for the workers’ supplemental retirement fund, among other improvements. School building service workers perform a critical role cleaning and sanitizing school buildings. Throughout the

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The New York City Emergency Management Department (EMS) and the City’s health department advised New Yorkers on Saturday, June 26, to take precautions to beat the heat. High heat and humidity are in the forecast Sunday, June 27, through Wednesday with heat index values in the mid-90s to low 100s. To help New Yorkers beat the heat, New York City will open cooling centers throughout the five boroughs beginning Sunday. Attendees must wear face coverings inside all cooling centers and adhere to social distancing guidelines. Cooling center locations may have changed from last year. To find a cooling center,

By CHAD FEAY

June is National Men’s Health Month; it’s important that men don’t overlook their health. This awareness month was created by Congress in 1994 to bring attention to men’s medical needs, as well as ways to improve their health. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reports reports that, on average, men die five years earlier than women and are also at a higher risk for some illnesses, including lung cancer and heart disease. Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) also show that, compared with women, men wait longer before seeing a doctor or other

By SARAH HUFFMAN & SÍLE MOLONEY

Editor’s Pick Outdoor Pool Season at New Van Cortlandt “Cool Pool” NYC Parks’ outdoor pools will open beginning Saturday, June 26, through Sunday, Sept. 12. Daily hours of operation are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week. Pool capacity will not be limited for the upcoming season. Social distancing is still recommended, and face coverings will be required to enter the facility.

Mass Vaccination Sites All New York State mass vaccination sites are now open to eligible New Yorkers for walk-in vaccination on a first come first served basis. In addition, all vaccine providers are encouraged to allow walk-in appointments for eligible New Yorkers. People who would prefer to schedule an appointment at a state-run mass vaccination site can do so on the Am I Eligible App or call (877) 829-4692. COVID-19 Testing Sites For a full list of COVID-19 testing sites, text “COVID TEST” to 855-48 or go to: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/coronavirus/get-tested/covid-19-testing.page. Home Vaccinations for 12-Year-Olds and Older On June 23,

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