Bronx
Mourning the Choices That Might Have Been
Judith Rubenstein |
One of the city’s poverty fighters wishes the people she works for, and with, had a better chance to realize their potential.
Bronx
Boro Presidents' Fight Extends Beyond Election
Jarrett Murphy |
There’s just one real contest in the races for borough president this fall, but next year could see a debate over whether the city still needs the post.
Citywide
The World's Religions Meet In The Hospital
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Health care providers are availing themselves of new tools to increase their cross-cultural sensitivity.
Bronx
AIDS Activists Seek Gains Amid High Infection Rate
Curtis Stephen |
With HIV spreading especially fast among young black men, advocates press for better treatment for communities of color in housing, corrections and immigrants’ services.
Bronx
Term Limits Backlash: Incumbents In Trouble
Jarrett Murphy |
From the central Bronx to the North Shore of Staten Island, an unusually high number of incumbent City Councilmembers are in tough races this year. A look at some of the issues — and seats — in play.
ARTS and CULTURE
Amid Reforms, Staff Still Fears Hospital Climate
Emily Feldman |
Changes underway at Kings County Hospital should improve the psych ward there. But for now, the threat of violence remains part of the work environment.
Bronx
Build The Strong Bones Of A City Food System
Nevin Cohen |
Federal stimulus money is providing food stamp recipients more money to spend – on french fries or fresh veggies?
Citywide
Pension Pressures Could Worsen Nurse Shortage
J. Evelly and M. Veneziale |
New York City’s health care facilities already are short-staffed when it comes to nurses. Now pension problems could push more out the door.
Bronx
Do You Hear Us, Albany? Ralliers Want Safety Net
Chloe Tribich |
Thousands filled the streets around City Hall last week, demanding a solution to the budget crisis that doesn’t harm education, health care, housing and jobs.
Health and Environment
Churches 'Foster' New Family Ties
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A group of Queens congregations is working together to recruit and nurture new foster parents.
