Category: Community
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Beth Israel Hospital awaits closure date as criticism of its management rises
Multiple surviving lawsuits are preventing a definite closure date, while Mount Sinai’s decision is scrutinized.
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NYPD struggles to stop crime in Times Square
An increase in tourism and a short-staffed police department may be to blame for a recent spike in robbery, burglary, and assault.
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In the fight against censorship, libraries stay silent on Palestine
At some schools, educators have been told not to express pro-Palestine views.
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Overdose prevention centers inch towards Midtown
New proposed policies on harm reduction centers could help ease Midtown’s overdose crisis.
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Community centers strive for criminal justice reform
The court, the first of its kind in New York City, seeks to reduce incarceration and recidivism.
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Attempted boycott of New York Film Festival follows international trend
Criticisms over Lincoln Center’s financial ties to Israel spark boycotts and acts of dissent from filmmakers.
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Creative art therapy in demand amid immigrant mental health crisis
Creative art therapy can play a big role in addressing immigrant’s mental health problems, but not all can access it.
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Riders sue the city over inaccessible subway stations
A lawsuit states dangerous platform gaps and inoperable elevators violate human rights.
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Midtown school for disabled students faces transportation headache
A special needs school lacks designated parking for school buses.
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Advocates call for overdose prevention centers in Midtown
The overdose crisis has led to calls to improve addiction services and prevent further tragedies.
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NY Supreme Court blocks city effort to shut down Mainchance Shelter
The New York City Department of Homeless Services sought to close the shelter in June.
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Pedestrians and cyclists colliding more on congested streets
While the city has public transportation like the subway and busses, along with the option to walk or bike, New York City continues to have collision issues with streets that prioritize drivers.
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Small Midtown theaters stay afloat with post-pandemic grants
A nonprofit helps small performing arts venues stay open.
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Crew and production workers are the hidden victims of the Hollywood strikes
The workers behind Hollywood, most of whom are IATSE members, scramble for financial stabilty.
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Educators struggle to find bilingual teachers amid rise in migrant students
With 20,000 new migrant students in New York City public schools, educators have concerns.
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Neighbors and sandwich shop clash over liquor license in Chelsea
A new French sandwich shop in Chelsea faces hostility from some of its neighbors.
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MTA’s lack of climate change plan causes challenges for Columbia University students
Flooding in the subway system interferes with commutes to Columbia University.
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Flower District copes with nationwide farm consolidation
Flower shops adapt to new ways of business.
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Mental health response team absent from Midtown despite requests
New Yorkers in Midtown want the city to do more about the mental health crisis.
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Off-Broadway program offers support to actors with kids
The Playwrights Realm production stands out for its support of cast and crew members with children.
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