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Holidays are a prime time to discuss aging safely

The holidays serve as a reminder of the passing of time, and one reality every family shares, is the inevitability of getting older. New York is experiencing a sharp demographic spike as the … more

by Joanne Orlando | 11/29/24

New drone program launched by NYPD and mayor's office

If there is a child on a ledge in an apartment building somewhere, and the police officers are responding, it takes a period of time for them to know what exact ledge they're on and what apartment … more

Eric Adams | 11/21/24

Democratic National Convention delegates Virginia Krompinger, left, and Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz, second left, Democratic activist Kara Pitek and Councilman Eric Dinowitz celebrate after Vice President Kamala Harris accepted the party’s nomination for president.

Kamala Harris unites Democrats at 2024 convention, ignites historic campaign

The 2024 Democratic National Convention showcased the diverse strength of the party, uniting behind Kamala Harris and generating momentum for a historic campaign. more

8/30/24

Protecting New Yorkers from unsafe batteries

New York is the safest big city in America, and we are working hard every day to keep New Yorkers safe from all kinds of dangers — including those posed by lithium-ion battery fires. While … more

by Eric Adams | 8/2/24

Here come middleman eager for cut of health-care pie

Middlemen work between the consumer and the corporations increasing the cost of health care and eating a share of the profit. Insurance companies pay middlemen — brokers — a … more

by Helen Krim | 7/10/24

Saying good-bye to a family who never set out to lead

You might say that, at one point, I became obsessed with flagpoles. Not any old flagpole, mind you. One in particular next to the Riverdale Monument that had decades of history behind it. And if … more

by Michael Hinman | 6/28/24

Two competing Puerto Rico bills show two different sides

Here we go again. The U.S. Senate is gearing up to debate yet another status bill for Puerto Rico. The Puerto Rico Status Act (S.3231) would give island residents a choice among three, … more

by Gene Roman | 6/28/24

We’ve accomplished a lot, but we’re just getting started here

Mayor Eric Adams reflects on NYC's post-pandemic resurgence, highlighting economic growth, crime reduction, and ambitious development plans. more

By Eric Adams | 5/5/24

A deeper look into why some bridges end up collapsing

Discover the engineering insights behind the Tacoma Narrows Bridge collapse and the value of failure analysis in modern design. more

By John Richard Schrock | 4/30/24

A much closer examination of the votes that really count

Explore the historical context and controversies of U.S. electoral politics, from alien suffrage to modern challenges like Trump v. Anderson. more

By Wim Laven | 4/30/24

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50 Years on the Job

Building relationships simply by repairing one kitchen at a time

Felix Lam has been the superintendent at 2465 Palisade Ave., in Spuyten Duyvil for 50 years. The 81-year-old has made his home — and career — at the eight-story co-op since he was a young man. And how does that make him feel? “I’m very happy about it,” Lam said.

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