This Week in History, Mar 25 - Mar 31
Mar 25, 1911
Triangle Shirtwaist Fire in NYC. In one of the darkest moments of America's industrial history, the Triangle Shirtwaist Company factory in New York City burns down, killing 145 workers, on this day in 1911. The tragedy led to the development of a series of laws and regulations that better protected the safety of factory workers.
Mar 26, 1979
NORTH KOREA PREPARES TO LAUNCH. Long Range Missile.
US PAYS $50K COMPENSATION. Each Afghanistan Killed.
VP CHENEY'S NEW HEART. Recovers After Operation.
SANTORUM WINS LA. Romney Leads GOP Race.
GREEK INDEPENDENCE. NYC Parade.
" I would rather lose in a cause that will some day win, than win in a cause that will some day lose."
IF the NYPD, or perhaps another government agency is watching you, here is your chance to catch them. Find out if you are under government surveillance for any of the following reasons. It could be your political, or religious activities. File a Freedom of Information request and find out now.
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For may years, City Island was part of Westchester County. It was linked to the US mainland by a toll bridge in 1873, which later became a free bridge when the area was annexed by NYC in 1895.
Most agree that limited access to the island has discouraged dense development, and therefore the island has retained its small New England fishing village atmosphere. Numerous restaurants, marinas, marine supply stores, yacht clubs, art galleries and antique shops all play a major role in the island’s economy.
If you were fortunate enough to spend quality time with the late and great Captain Ed Sadler, you would probably agree that he was a remarkable man. His son Richard Sadler is also a good guy and a boat captain, as well as the person who lived and prayed with Ed until his last breath. Dick asked City Island Images to invite everyone to the opening of his photography exhibit at The City Island Nautical Museum this weekend, which he is dedicating to the memory of his dad, the late Captain Ed Sadler.
The Bronx Zoo is currently hiring seasonal employees for various positions. Seasonal employees benefit from obtaining meaningful work experiences at an organization which offers a collaborative and supportive work environment that values accountability, initiative, performance, teamwork, and fun. Employment opportunities are available for full-time and part-time schedules.
Rebuilding Together NYC makes FREE home adaptations and alterations for low- to moderate-income New Yorkers to make their homes more accessible.
If you are a renter or homeowner who has a permanent physical disability or have difficulty with daily activities, you may qualify for this program. The program helps install things such as: wheelchair ramps/lifts, widening of doorways, non-skid flooring, installation of smoke/carbon monoxide/burglar alarms, and much more.
For more information, contact Matt Lang at 718-230-3939 or visit rebuildingtogethernyc.org.
NYC council member Jimmy Vacca and his staff have noticed a disturbing trend at the Throggs Neck Houses and Pelham Parkway Houses developments in his district...one of the most basic necessities of living, adequate lighting, was being neglected at an alarming rate.
During one informal inspection at Throggs Neck, they found over 15 lights in vital locations around the development completely burnt out. This is not only a quality-of-life issue, but also a pressing public safety concern.
The United Nations Human Rights Council has now adopted a resolution demanding that the Syrian Government cease all violence, protect its people, and put an end to widespread and systematic abuses such as the killing and persecution of protesters.
The text was adopted by a vote of 41 in favor to three against with two abstentions by the 47-member Council, which is wrapping up its current session in Geneva.