New York City has issued a citywide drought watch due to an unusually dry October, marking one of the longest dry streaks since records began. The Mayor’s Office and the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) are calling on all New Yorkers to conserve water to help protect the city’s reservoir levels and reduce the risk […]
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through its Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR), has partnered with the U.S. Postal Service to reopen the website COVIDtests.gov. Using this website, households can order four free over-the-counter COVID-19 tests. These tests are designed to help detect the COVID-19 variants circulating during the 2024 holiday
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The Office of Council Member Rita Joseph has announced a Community Workshop and Engagement Session on the design of the Flatbush African Burial Ground to be held on Thursday, September 26, 2024 from 6 to 8 PM.
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NYC Department for the Aging (NYC Aging) launched a citywide Service Needs Assessment survey. The results will support NYC Aging and the members of the Cabinet for Older New Yorkers understand the current needs of older residents, see where gaps of service exist, and better advocate for their needs. This survey will help the city
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NYC Department for the Aging (NYC Aging) is inviting community residents, community partners, advocates, and other interested parties to attend the 2024-2025 Annual Plan Summary Public Hearings. This is an opportunity to comment on the plan or provide testimony on issues affecting NYC’s older adults. Details for the Brooklyn hearing: Date: October 30, 2024Time: 10:00am
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The New York City Department of Sanitation announced that there would be no trash, curbside compost or recycling collection on Monday, October 14, 2024, Italian Heritage/Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
The New York City Department of Sanitation announced that there would be no trash, curbside compost or recycling collection on Monday, September 2, 2024, Labor Day.
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Multiple streets will be closed this weekend for events, including J’Ouvert & West Indian American Labor Day Parade and Festival and West Indian American Day Junior Carnival A map of scheduled street closures is available below and here Please note: the locations depicted are official street closures, NYPD reserves the right to expand closures for
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Starting November 12, 2024, all properties with 1-9 residential units must use bins (55 gallons or less) with secure lids for trash collection. This change aims to remove trash bags from the streets and reduce rat infestations.
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On May 21st, 2024 Mayor Adams announced the formation of a Commission to review the entire city charter. This invitation is for all to attend and share any public testimony they wish to submit. The New York City Charter provides the structure of City government and key powers of City elected officials and agencies. The
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