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Mayor Appoints Marjorie Velázquez to Tenant Protection Role
Embattled New York City Mayor Eric Adams last month announced 17 new appointments and promotions within City government to fill various vacancies. The appointments come as the City Hall exodus continues, and amid a federal bribery probe into the mayor’s 2021 election campaign that continues to cast a shadow over his administration. The mayor denies any wrongdoing and his case is ongoing.
Bronx H.S. of Science Student Honored by Girl Scouts for Advocacy of Deaf & Hard of Hearing Community
Sarah Lin, a senior at Bedford Park’s Bronx High School of Science, has been chosen as Girl Scouts of Greater New York’s (GSGNY) 2024 Future Woman of Distinction, and was honored for her exemplary leadership and advocacy according to the organization. GSGNY presented Lin with the prestigious award at its 32nd Annual Women of Distinction breakfast on October 30.
Montefiore Expands Breast Cancer Screening
Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson and City Council Member Eric Dinowitz (C.D. 11) joined Montefiore Breast Surgeon, Dr. Ethan Ravetch and other Montefiore leaders on Monday, Oct. 29, to present Montefiore Einstein with a check for $800,000 for two new 3D mammogram machines, and $600,000 to fund a new mammography mobile unit that will travel around The Bronx next year.
Lehman College Conference Spotlights Blockchain, AI, and the Bronx’s Growing Role in Digital Innovation
Lehman College’s School of Business hosted its 2nd Annual Digital Assets Conference on Oct. 23 at the College, bringing together industry experts, local entrepreneurs, and students to explore blockchain, cryptocurrencies, artificial intelligence, and the impact these technologies are having on society.
Bronx Democrats Hold Get-Out-the-Vote Rally for Harris Walz Campaign
Fall Events for Disposal of Solvents, Automotive, Flammables, and Electronics Start Soon!
Feds Charge Haverstraw Man with Sexual Exploitation & Enticement of Bronx Child & Two Other Minors
Mayor, Council Speaker Strike Deal on $112.4 Billion Balanced FY 2025 Budget
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan, members of the City Council, and senior members of the Adams administration announced an agreement on Friday, June 28, for an on-time, balanced, and fiscally-responsible $112.4 billion adopted budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025.