Queens
NY Prop 1: Abortion Rights & Gender in Sports on the Ballot
- Politics
- 1 day ago
On November 5, 2024, Election Day, New Yorkers will vote on Proposition 1, also known as the Equal Protection of Law Amendment. This measure proposes adding specific protections for reproductive rights, including abortion and contraception access, as well as anti-discrimination protections related to gender, sex, and reproductive healthcare. There are two major components of Proposition 1 that are most controversial, abortion rights and gender identity in sports. Supporters view Proposition 1 as a critical step to ensure these rights, while opponents warn it could have far-reaching consequences. Here’s how Proposition 1 could impact abortion rights and gender inclusion in sports.
- Politics
- 1 day ago
Unlock NYC’s Digital Market: Targeted Media That Works
- Business
- 1 week ago
It’s not enough to just broadcast your message these days—you need to place it right where your audience is. Targeted media placement is the key to reaching New Yorkers, whether they're on the subway or scrolling through their phones. But how does it work? Let’s break it down, NYC-style.
- Business
- 1 week ago
NYC Launches E-Bike Trade-In Program to Boost Safety
- Politics
- 1 week ago
Safer Streets, Safer Riders
In a groundbreaking move, New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced final rules for the city’s first-ever municipal trade-in program for unsafe e-bikes and electric-powered mobility devices. The initiative is aimed at food delivery workers, offering them the chance to exchange uncertified e-bikes and lithium-ion batteries for high-quality, certified versions — for free. This program is part of the city’s “Charge Safe, Ride Safe” campaign, designed to reduce the risk of deadly e-bike fires and improve street safety.
- Politics
- 1 week ago
Elmhurst Hospital Introduces Groundbreaking Cancer Treatment
- Health + Wellness
- 1 week ago
Pioneering Liver Cancer Therapy Comes to Queens
NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst is leading the way in cancer care with the introduction of hepatic arterial infusion chemotherapy (HAI), a cutting-edge treatment for patients battling advanced liver and gastrointestinal cancers. Elmhurst is the first public hospital on the East Coast and the first in Queens to offer this innovative therapy, bringing renewed hope to underserved communities.
- Health + Wellness
- 1 week ago
CUNY Welcomes Voters to 14 Campuses for Early Voting and Election Day
- Politics
- 1 week ago
The City University of New York (CUNY) is once again opening its doors to New Yorkers, offering 14 campuses as polling sites for both early voting and Election Day. From October 26 to November 3, 10 campuses across the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens will host early voting locations, with six campuses ready to serve voters on Election Day, November 5.
- Politics
- 1 week ago
NYC Newswire Launches to Amplify NYC Stories
- Business
- 2 weeks ago
NYC Newswire has officially launched, offering businesses, nonprofits, and major corporations a platform to share their stories across New York City and beyond. This unique service is designed to bring visibility to a wide range of organizations by allowing them to easily publish press releases and announcements that can be locally targeted while reaching a global audience through integration with Google News.
- Business
- 2 weeks ago
10 of the Top Bagel Spots in NYC
- Dining
- 2 weeks ago
New York City is synonymous with bagels, and while the competition is fierce, some spots stand out as the crème de la crème. Whether you like yours with a schmear, piled with lox, or simply toasted to perfection, these ten bagel joints have earned their place among NYC’s best.
- Dining
- 2 weeks ago
Nueva York Flamenco City & La Meira (1) at Terraza 7 in Elmhurst
- Events
- 2 weeks ago
Experience an enchanting evening of flamenco at Terraza 7 in Queens, New York, featuring an unparalleled line-up of artists who embody the soul, passion, and evolution of this traditional art form.
- Events
- 2 weeks ago
NY Pushes to Expand Medicare Savings Program
- Health + Wellness
- 2 weeks ago
Governor Kathy Hochul's recent announcement marks a significant milestone: nearly one million New Yorkers are now benefiting from the state-administered Medicare Savings Program (MSP). This groundbreaking initiative, aimed at alleviating healthcare costs for older adults, could save eligible New Yorkers an estimated $7,400 annually. As Medicare open enrollment kicks off tomorrow, Hochul urges more residents to explore their eligibility for these life-changing savings.
- Health + Wellness
- 2 weeks ago