Coronavirus Pandemic – Mayor de Blasio Announces COVID-19 Checkpoints to Enforce New York State Quarantine Orders
New York City Strong news - New York, NY: NYC Office of the Mayor reports Mayor Bill de Blasio today announced COVID-19 traveler registration checkpoints at key entry points into New York City to ensure compliance with New York State quarantine requirements and further the containment of COVID-19. Travelers who…
Hurricane Preparedness – NYC Installs Tiger Dams Along Coast as Cyclone Approaches
New York City Strong news - New York, NY: NYC Office of the Mayor reports NYC Emergency Management installs Tiger Dams ahead of Cyclone Isaias. Monday, August 03, 2020. Credit: Ed Reed/Mayoral Photography Office. Mayor de Blasio Holds Media Availability on Tropical Storm Isaias Preparations. Mayor Bill de Blasio: All…
Mayor De Blasio Claims Federal Law Enforcement sent to NYC would “bring way more harm than good” as ongoing Violent Protests, Looting, and Destruction of City Continues
Mayor de Blasio Sends Letter Objecting to US President Trump Threat of Federal Agents. Letter to Attorney General Barr and DHS Secretary Wolf Details City’s Opposition. Mayor Bill de Blasio and First Lady Charlene McCray join Rev. Al Sharpton help paint a Black Lives Matter mural on Fifth Avenue in…
White House Response to Violent Riots and Destruction in the US
US Strong news – Washington DC: The White House reports – East Room. 3:57 EDT. THE PRESIDENT: A great honor to be with you ; And being here is a real — a really important moment, as far as I’m ; My first duty as President is to protect the…
Black Lives Matter Painted on Street Outside of Trump Tower
Mayor Bill de Blasio and First Lady Charlene McCray join Rev. Al Sharpton help paint a Black Lives Matter mural on Fifth Avenue in Midtown Manhattan on Thursday, July 9, 2020. Michael Appleton/Mayoral Photography Office New York City Strong news - New York, NY: NYC Office of the Mayor reports…
Coronavirus Pandemic – IVY LEAGUE OUTLINES INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS PLANS; NO COMPETITION IN FALL SEMESTER
Princeton Strong news – Princeton, NJ: The Ivy League reports Amidst continuing health and safety concerns due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, the Ivy League Council of Presidents has set in place plans for intercollegiate athletics activity in the upcoming fall ; With the safety and well-being of students as their…
9/11 Memorial Reopens July 4th Independence Day during COVID-19 Pandemic
New York City Strong news - New York, NY: Office of the Mayor of NYC reports American flags are placed on the 9/11 Memorial during the reopening in Manhattan, NY. Saturday, July 04, 2020. Credit: Ed Reed/Mayoral Photography Office.
Salute to America – Blue Angels over Mt Rushmore
US Strong news Blue Angels F-18 Hornets fly over Mount Rushmore during a Salute to America celebration hosted by the state of South Dakota July 3, 2020. The Blue Angels, based out of Naval Air Station Pensacola, Fla., were part of the DoD’s participation that also included aerial flyovers by…
Salute to America – Forces Fly on the 4th Over NY
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - A B-1Lancer flies in formation with four F-35 Lightning II fighters over Manhattan as part of the "Salute to America" on July 4th, 2020. The Salute to America is part of a 4th of July demonstration of our military capability, with a combined force of…
Coronavirus Pandemic – NYC Expands COVID-19 Disease Antibody Testing for New Yorkers, Restaurant Indoor Seating Ban Continues
New York City Strong news - New York, NY: Office of the Mayor reports Bioreference appointments can be made here or by calling 1-888-279-0967 NEW YORK—As the City continues to expand antibody testing for New Yorkers, Mayor Bill de Blasio today announced that free antibody testing is now available at NYC Health…
In the Face of an Economic Crisis, Mayor de Blasio Announces a $1 billion cut to the NYPD
New York City Strong news - New York, NY: Office of the Mayor of NYC reports In the Face of an Economic Crisis, Mayor de Blasio Announces Budget that Prioritizes Safety, Police Reform, Youth Services, and Communities of Color. Agreement includes a $1 billion cut to the NYPD while maintaining…