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During a recent public meeting, city officials laid out plans to enhance public safety through the addition of 5,000 new uniform officers to the New York Police Department (NYPD) over the next three years. This initiative reflects the administration’s goal… more ›
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New York City officials convened a public meeting to discuss initiatives aimed at enhancing safety and crime reduction. Mayor Eric Adams announced that the city has achieved record low crime rates this year, particularly in violent crime categories, attributing this… more ›
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City officials outlined new measures during a recent public meeting to mitigate the impact of the federal government shutdown on New Yorkers who depend on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. These initiatives aim to ensure that the approximately 1.8… more ›
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The City Planning Commission (CPC) meeting held on November 5, 2025, highlighted sustainability initiatives integrated into new mixed-use developments in Brooklyn. The discussions focused on the specifics of proposed projects, including a mixed-use development at 1417 Avenue U, which is… more ›
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A new film production facility proposed in Red Hook, Brooklyn, could create between 600 and 800 jobs while driving economic growth in an area increasingly dependent on the film industry. The City Planning Commission discussed the facility at its recent… more ›
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Residents are voicing concerns about local infrastructure as the City Planning Commission (CPC) reviews proposed development projects. During the recent meeting on November 3, 2025, attendees highlighted apprehensions about how the increasing density from new developments might impact the community’s… more ›
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Staten Island’s City Planning Commission recently reviewed a proposal for a new mixed-use development at 3759 Hamilton Avenue, which could reshape the neighborhood’s landscape. The proposed project envisions an 18-story building featuring 369 residential units, with 111 units designated as… more ›
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During a recent public meeting, New York City officials, including Mayor Eric Adams, discussed various initiatives focused on safety, housing, and community development, highlighting a new youth apprentice program designed to support teenagers as they enter the workforce. The youth… more ›
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City officials reported a significant decline in opioid overdose deaths during a recent public meeting focused on safety, housing, and community initiatives in New York City. Mayor Eric Adams announced a 22% decrease in overdose deaths over the past year,… more ›
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New York City officials recently gathered for a community meeting led by Mayor Eric Adams to discuss ongoing initiatives aimed at enhancing public safety, tackling the housing crisis, and expanding community resources. Key topics included the city’s ambitious plans for… more ›
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New York City officials have taken significant steps to enhance safety in schools with the launch of a groundbreaking emergency alert system. This system, now live in 51 public schools, connects schools directly to 911 services, enabling rapid response to… more ›
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At the Veterans Day Breakfast held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on November 5, Mayor Eric Adams emphasized the need for engaging younger generations in patriotism. He highlighted the importance of reintroducing young people to the values and history… more ›
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New York City recently held the largest Veterans Day breakfast in history at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, where Mayor Eric Adams emphasized the need for veterans to engage with available benefits. During his remarks, the Mayor urged veterans to… more ›
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City planners discussed community concerns over parking and traffic during a recent City Planning Commission meeting on a mixed-use project planned for Avenue U in Brooklyn. Residents have voiced frustrations regarding potential traffic congestion and insufficient parking spaces associated with… more ›
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The City Planning Commission meeting on November 5, 2025, addressed several development projects in Brooklyn and Queens, spotlighting a new film production facility in Red Hook expected to create hundreds of jobs. The proposed facility at 176 Dykeman Street would… more ›
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