The pope’s visit to New York is being met with great anticipation. Pope Francis will be arriving in New York City on September 24 and 25. His first stop here will be St. Patrick’s Cathedral, where he will lead the evening prayer; he will also address the General Assembly at the United Nations; attend a multi-religious meeting for peace at […]
Honoring Pope Francis
The City Council unanimously adopted Councilman Paul Vallone’s Resolution praising Pope Francis for his lifelong pursuit of peace among all peoples and commending him on his upcoming historic visit to New York City. At the September 17 Stated Meeting of the City Council, Timothy Cardinal Dolan, Archbishop of New York, presented a moving invocation which was spread in full upon […]
Take Delight In Autumn
The meteorological beginning of fall is September 1, meaning we start looking for autumnal weather as of that day. However, the vagaries of weather have been such that we experienced two heat waves the first two weeks of this month, and numerous days with temperatures reaching the upper 80s. Astronomical fall, what we generally consider the official start to autumn […]
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CB1 Cabinet Meeting To The Editor: Regarding the Cabinet Meeting of CB1. The headline “new leadership” should read “new management” Lucille Hartmann has retired from the position she held for years as District Manager (a paid position in the NYC budget). She had a distinguished career and will be surely missed. Florence Kouloris has been hired by the members of […]
Support Grows For Permanent Extension Of Zadroga
A large contingent of 9/11 first responders, led by former TV host John Stewart, lobbied congressmembers in Washington to permanently extend the Zadroga Act. Six senators and 11 congressmembers added their names to the list of lawmakers that have already pledged to vote for a permanent Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Reauthorization Act. They bring the total number as of […]
Queensborough Community Awarded $750K From NASA
Queensborough Community College is the recipient of a NASA research grant in the amount of $750,000 entitled “CUNYNASA Solar and Atmospheric Research Program and Education Partnership (CUNY-NASA SOLARPREP).” Queensborough is one of four community colleges across the nation to receive the award, which is designed to provide student training and expand course offerings to students in the science, technology, engineering […]
CB1 Chairperson Vote Ends In Tie
The vote for chairperson of Community Board 1 is a tie between First Vice Chairperson George Stamatiades and Third Vice Chairperson Joseph Risi Jr. The deadlock has been referred to Borough President Melinda Katz for clarification. The election, held on Monday night at the September 21 meeting at Astoria World Manor, had an unexpected outcome that caused an hour delay […]
Financial Aid For Older Adults Going Back To School
Dear Savvy Senior, Are there any financial aid resources you can recommend to baby boomers who are interested in going back to school? I’ve been thinking about taking some classes at a nearby college, and wanted to check into financial aid opportunities first. Looking For Aid Dear Looking, If you know where to look, there’s quite a bit of financial […]
Simulation Center At EHC Expands Medical Training
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC) officials opened on September 15 a new state-of-the-art medical simulation training center in Queens to help doctors and nurses practice medical emergencies and real life-saving procedures that improve safety and the patient experience. The new $750,000 simulation center features high fidelity patient mannequins and spaces that can replicate operating rooms, intensive care […]