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NYPD grappled with 3,519 grand larcenies over 4 weeks ending April 6, down from same time last year

By NYC Gazette | Apr 15, 2024

Decreasing grand larcenies seen across New York City in last four weeks ending April 6, 2024 compared to previous year.

St. John’s Students Aid Needy Through Tax-Preparation Program

By NYC Gazette | Apr 15, 2024

St. John’s University students are once again participating in the IRS’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, offering free tax preparation to those in need. The initiative, in collaboration with the Food Bank For New York City, has been ongoing for 16 years.Nina T. Dorata, C.P.A., Ph.D., Professor at St. John’s, highlighted the impact of the program, stating, "Our students gain valuable professional experience, skills, and knowledge through a program that aligns closely with the University’s mission and Vincentian heritage."Zac Hall, Senior Vice President of...

Gov. Hochul Sends Letters to High School Seniors Encouraging Students to Complete the FAFSA

By NYC Gazette | Apr 15, 2024

Gov. Kathy Hochul, the Governor of New York, has taken a proactive step in encouraging high school seniors to take advantage of financial aid opportunities for their higher education. As part of Financial Aid Awareness Month, Governor Hochul announced the distribution of letters to high school seniors, providing them with valuable tips and resources to complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).In a statement, Gov. Hochul emphasized, “Far too often, New York students don’t realize the full scope of financial aid that is available to them to help cover...

Waste Pickers are Not Disposable

By NYC Gazette | Apr 15, 2024

Senegal is home to the Mbeubeuss waste dump, a place of stark contrasts where waste pickers toil amongst mounds of garbage, turning discarded items into profit. This community of approximately 2,000 waste pickers faces an uncertain future as the Senegalese government seeks to transform the dump into a waste sorting center, jeopardizing their livelihoods.In response to these challenges, waste pickers have united to advocate for their rights and employment. Their stories and struggles are the focus of an upcoming documentary titled "The Waste Commons," created by Rosalind...

Special Education Conference Spotlights Collaboration and Support for Children with Disabilities

By NYC Gazette | Apr 15, 2024

On April 15, 2024, the School of Education at an event in Queens, NY, brought together educators, specialists, students, and parents to address the needs of children with special educational requirements. The conference, titled “Understanding Behaviors of Children with Disabilities: Effective Strategies and Support,” aimed to foster a deeper understanding and resource-sharing among those dedicated to assisting children in need of extra support.During the event, featured speakers Debora Thivierge, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of The ELIJA School, The ELIJA...

Conference Sponsored by The School of Education Focuses on the Needs of Autistic Children

By NYC Gazette | Apr 15, 2024

The School of Education recently hosted a conference for educators, behavioral specialists, students, and parents of children with special educational needs to promote a greater understanding and sharing of resources between those committed to helping children in this space. Entitled “Understanding Behaviors of Children with Disabilities: Effective Strategies and Support,” the conference was held on March 20 at the D’Angelo Center on the Queens, NY, campus, and developed by the Department of Education Specialties within the School. Featured speakers at the conference were...

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News from April 2024

NYPD grappled with 3,519 grand larcenies over 4 weeks ending April 6, down from same time last year

St. John’s Students Aid Needy Through Tax-Preparation Program

Gov. Hochul Sends Letters to High School Seniors Encouraging Students to Complete the FAFSA

Waste Pickers are Not Disposable

Special Education Conference Spotlights Collaboration and Support for Children with Disabilities

Conference Sponsored by The School of Education Focuses on the Needs of Autistic Children

Mount Sinai Hospital ranked among top 50 'Best Hospitals for Cancer'

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Kings County in week ending Apr. 13?

Increasing petty larcenies seen across New York City in last four weeks ending March 30

1 gas station in cities throughout Queens County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Apr. 13

1 gas station in cities throughout Bronx County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Apr. 13

Cheapest diesel in cities across Queens County in week ending Apr. 13

Montefiore Medical Center ranked among top 50 'Best Hospitals for Cancer'

Which former NYC Gazette area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15?

Shooting incidents down across New York City in 2024 by April 6 compared to the same period in 2023

NYC Gazette area weekly mass times

How many transit crimes did the NYPD deal with in week ending March 31?

NYC Crime: 493 felony assaults in week ending March 31

578 transit crimes incidents across New York City by April 6, 2024, a rise year over year

NYPD police handle 834 grand larcenies in week ending March 31

CUNY leads nation with ten schools named Fulbright HSI leaders

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