Another Push for Marriage Equality in New Jersey
July 24, 2013|Ann Pierret
New Jersey civil and gay rights groups launch campaign to override Governor Christie's veto of same sex marriage bill.
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Farmers Markets Become "Pharmacies" in NYC
July 23, 2013|Katharine O'Marra
Doctors can prescribe fruits and vegetables under new program.
Doctors typically give patients prescriptions for medications...
New Exhibit at Grand Central Provides Underground Vision of Future
July 23, 2013|Justin Hyland
The New York Transit Museum uncovers the East Side Access Project.
The New York Transit Museum at Grand Central opened a new...
M.T.A. Invests in Service Improvements
July 22, 2013|Connor Ryan
Transportation authority invests $18 million in service enhancements for the second year in a row.
The Metropolitan...
New York Communities to Plan Storm Recovery Together
July 18, 2013|Ann Pierret
More than 100 New York communities hit by multiple natural disasters in the last year are getting help.
Governor Cuomo is...
Brooklyn Restaurant Celebrates Mandela Day
July 18, 2013|Katharine O'Marra
South African eatery will honor Mandela with drinks, music, and dancing.
Nelson Mandela turns 95 today, and one Brooklyn...
Fasting a Heatwave
July 18, 2013|Jeff Coltin
NYC muslims mark a hot, sunny Ramadan.
For the 30 days of Ramadan, devout Muslims observe a strict fast from sunrise to...
NYC DEP Launches Summer Fire Hydrant Abuse Prevention Campaign
July 17, 2013|Kelsey Schappell
The HEAT is on. Literally.
New Yorkers don't need to be told about the hot temperatures outside, but they might need a...
NYS Lawmakers Promote Boating Safety
July 15, 2013|Katharine O'Marra
New York Lawmakers urge Governor Cuomo to sign boating safety legislation.
With boating season in full swing, some New York...
Keeping Cool in Sprinkler Parks
July 15, 2013|Veronica Volk
South Bronx kids beat the heatwave in Macombs Dam Park.
It is almost 90 degrees and there is no shade in sight, but these...