It was a rainy afternoon in Manhattan, but the sidewalk in front of the Philippine Consulate on Fifth Avenue was nevertheless packed with protesters.
Tag: New York
De Blasio Calls for New Yorkers to Unite after the Election
Mayor Bill de Blasio Monday urged New Yorkers upset by the election of Donald Trump to unite and remain strong. In a speech in the Great Hall… Read more “De Blasio Calls for New Yorkers to Unite after the Election”
LaGuardia Prepares for Hectic Holiday Travel
The peak Thanksgiving travel season started Nov. 16 and that is likely to snarl traffic at LaGuardia Airport, according to the Port Authority of New York and… Read more “LaGuardia Prepares for Hectic Holiday Travel”
A High School Student Organizes a Protest Against Islamophobia
More than 50 protesters filled Washington Square Park Tuesday night to oppose what they see as President-elect Donald Trump’s Islamophobic rhetoric. It was just one of many… Read more “A High School Student Organizes a Protest Against Islamophobia”
An Election Night Vigil with Donald Trump’s Supporters
As returns were coming in on Tuesday night, a diverse group of about 50 Donald J. Trump supporters chanted “USA” and held an anxious vigil outside the… Read more “An Election Night Vigil with Donald Trump’s Supporters”
Free WiFi Kiosks Roll Out In New York City
Mayor de Blasio announced a partnership with communication network, LinkNYC, that will replace over 7,500 phone booths with free WiFi kiosks. Along with free Internet access, the kiosks allow users to make phone calls and charge their mobile devices. The first kiosks rolled out on Third Avenue.
Pre-K Registration Deadline Approaching
The deadline to register for New York’s Pre-K for All Program is Wednesday, March 9th. The free, full-day preschools prepare students for kindergarten but have cost more than the city expected.
To learn more about New York’s Pre-K for All initiative, visit schools.nyc.gov/PreK.
Tensions Run High as Hurricane Sandy Repairs Lag
New York City Councilmember Mark Treyger tells public officials, “the public wants to see action now.”
New Valentine’s Display Unveiled in Times Square
Visitors can smooch together or take a selfie solo in the Heart of Hearts exhibit at Times Square.
During a Dress Rehearsal at the Met, Kids Get their First Look at Opera
The house lights dimmed as the production began, and teachers hushed hundreds of children from schools across the city. They were at the Metropolitan Opera at Lincoln… Read more “During a Dress Rehearsal at the Met, Kids Get their First Look at Opera”