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News from June 2024

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Robert Kraft establishes scholarship program at Yeshiva University

By NYC Gazette | Jun 25, 2024

Yeshiva University announced the establishment of the Blue Square Scholars program, funded by a $1 million donation from philanthropist Robert Kraft. This initiative aims to support Jewish students transferring to YU for its educational quality and campus atmosphere, particularly in light of rising antisemitism on college campuses.

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Man charged with defrauding criminal defendants through unauthorized practice of law

By NYC Gazette | Jun 25, 2024

Damian Williams, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced today that a grand jury has returned an indictment charging Christopher Reese, also known as “Christopher Eugene Thomas,” with federal crimes related to defrauding federal criminal defendants and their family members. Reese is accused of tricking these individuals into paying him for unlicensed legal services in federal courts. Reese is already in federal custody concerning a separate case. The case is assigned to U.S. District Judge Valerie E. Caproni.

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Joshua C. Brumberg named permanent president of CUNY Graduate Center

By NYC Gazette | Jun 25, 2024

The City University of New York has appointed Joshua C. Brumberg as president of the CUNY Graduate Center, solidifying a role he has held on an interim basis since October 2023. Brumberg, a neurobiologist with a 22-year tenure at CUNY, will lead the university's center for graduate education and research. The Board of Trustees approved the appointment at its meeting last night.

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Joshua Brumberg named permanent president of cuny graduate center

By NYC Gazette | Jun 25, 2024

The City University of New York (CUNY) has appointed Joshua C. Brumberg as president of the CUNY Graduate Center, solidifying a position he has held on an interim basis since October 2023. Brumberg, a neurobiologist with a 22-year tenure at CUNY as a faculty member, dean, and researcher, will lead the University's graduate education center. The appointment was approved by CUNY’s Board of Trustees.

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4,793 lawyers with active licenses to practice in Queens County as of May

By NYC Gazette | Jun 25, 2024

There were 4,793 lawyers with active licenses to practice in Queens County as of May, according to the NYS Attorney Registrations.

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New York City sees rise in robberies in last four weeks ending June 8

By NYC Gazette | Jun 25, 2024

NYPD grappled with 1,330 robberies over the time period ending June 8.

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Murders up across New York City in last four weeks ending June 8

By NYC Gazette | Jun 25, 2024

NYPD grappled with 26 murders over the time period ending June 8.

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Decreasing transit crimes seen across New York City in last four weeks ending June 8

By NYC Gazette | Jun 25, 2024

NYPD grappled with 147 transit crimes over the time period ending June 8.

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984 burglary incidents across New York City in last four weeks ending June 8

By NYC Gazette | Jun 25, 2024

NYPD grappled with 984 burglaries over the time period ending June 8.

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27 murders incidents across New York City in last four weeks ending June 15, fall from same time last year

By NYC Gazette | Jun 25, 2024

Decreasing murders seen across New York City in last four weeks ending June 15, 2024 compared to previous year.

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New York City sees rise burglaries over previous 4 weeks ending June 15

By NYC Gazette | Jun 24, 2024

Increasing burglaries seen across New York City in last four weeks ending June 15, 2024 compared to previous year.

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Misdemeanor assaults up across New York City in last four weeks ending June 8

By NYC Gazette | Jun 24, 2024

NYPD grappled with 4,125 misdemeanor assaults over the time period ending June 8.

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Bronx County cities: 19 companies received FDA inspections in Q1

By NYC Gazette | Jun 24, 2024

There were 19 companies in cities associated with Bronx County that received 19 FDA inspections in the first quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Kings County in week ending June 22?

By NYC Gazette | Jun 24, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Kings County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Queens County in week ending June 22?

By NYC Gazette | Jun 24, 2024

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Queens County was found at three gas stations in the week ending June 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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CUNY Dance Initiative marks decade supporting NYC's dance community

By NYC Gazette | Jun 24, 2024

The City University of New York (CUNY) is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the CUNY Dance Initiative, a residency program offering free rehearsal and performance space to selected choreographers and dance companies. The one-year residency grants access to nine performing arts centers and four dance facilities across 13 CUNY campuses. Since its inception, the initiative has supported 220 choreographers and dance companies, including 23 resident artists this academic year.

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Yeshiva College students present at prestigious AACR meeting

By NYC Gazette | Jun 24, 2024

Yeshiva College students Aaron Shaykevich, Alexander Siegman, and Isaac Silverman from Dr. Radhashree Maitra’s laboratory on the Wilf Campus attended the annual meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) in San Diego from April 5-10, 2024. AACR is a leading professional association dedicated to cancer research with a membership exceeding 50,000. Its annual meeting attracts nearly 25,000 professionals globally.

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Jerusalem Therapy Center hires new clinical director

By NYC Gazette | Jun 24, 2024

Yair Berko, LMSW, has been appointed as the new clinical director of the Jerusalem Therapy Center. Berko brings extensive experience in both clinical practice and administrative leadership within mental health organizations. Prior to joining the Jerusalem Therapy Center, he served successfully as the clinical director of therapy centers for Ezer Metzion and Bayit Cham.

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Queens County's football teams did not receive any funding in 2023

By NYC Gazette | Jun 24, 2024

Queens County's collegiate football teams did not receive any funding during the 2023 season, the same as in the previous year.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Queens County had the cheapest diesel in week ending June 22

By NYC Gazette | Jun 23, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Queens County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.