News & Politics

Vets And Volunteers To Help Aging CT Vets This Memorial Day Weekend

May 24, 2013|Claudia Morell
There are over a million veterans nation-wide living in sub-standard housing.
This Saturday volunteers will help repair...
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NYC Soccer Team Will Compete in 2015

May 22, 2013|Chris Williams
Mayor Bloomberg said New York City's new soccer team will bring jobs and economic growth.

The mayor took part in an event...

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Quinn Continues to Lead the Democrats, And Thereby the Republicans, Poll Finds

May 22, 2013|Connor Ryan
Democratic candidates gain widespread support in New York City, according to a new poll.

Despite having lost a few percentage...

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In the Middle of the Night, Weiner Announces His Bid for Mayor

May 22, 2013|Connor Ryan
Weiner stresses the importance of education, public safety and affordability in New York City.

Anthony Weiner, the...

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Limited Train Service to Resume Tuesday Afternoon, M.T.A. Says

May 21, 2013|Connor Ryan
Limited train service to resume before authorities had predicted.

One of the two damaged train tracks near Fairfield, Conn...

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St. Barnabas Hospital Making Mammograms Mobile

May 17, 2013|Veronica Volk
New mammography van is equipped with the latest digital technology available.

A Bronx hospital is taking mammograms on the...

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City's Unemployment Rate Drops to Lowest Point in Several Years

May 16, 2013|Connor Ryan
New York City unemployment rate falls to its lowest point in four years. The number of private-sector jobs is at an all-time...
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Klein: NYC Day Care Centers A Danger

May 16, 2013|Claudia Morell
According to Klein, day care centers have racked up more than 26,000 violations and most go unresolved.

Two New York State...

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FDNY Tries Data-Driven Approach

May 15, 2013|Jeff Coltin
NYC hopes to improve building inspections and firefighter safety,

New York City saw only 58 fire-related deaths last year...

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City Council Seeks to Raise Newsstand Price Cap, Product Quality

May 14, 2013|Connor Ryan
From $5 to $10 — the difference between a flimsy umbrella and a pair of headphones.

Why is it impossible to buy a high...

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