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The International Dance Festival, hosted by Dr. Shola Roberts, marked a triumphant return earlier in October, drawing a vibrant crowd that celebrated Grenada’s rich dance heritage and community spirit. Running from October 19-21, the festival coincided with Grenada’s 50th anniversary of independence, making it a milestone event in both cultural and national significance. Dance Grenada Founder and Executive Artistic Director Dr. Shola K. Roberts gives opening remarks during the inaugural […]

On Oct. 24, Mayor Eric Adams welcomed bedazzled Diwali celebrants to Gracie Mansion, noting that he is honored to celebrate the festival of lights each year. He also applauded Assemblywoman Jenifer Rajkumar, who was pivotal to legislation being passed to make Diwali a school holiday in New York City. “Our Assembly Member is right. She personifies what it is to come to this amazing country and participate in government, not […]

As part of its Third Annual Post-Acute Care Nursing Awards, NYC Health + Hospitals on Friday honored 10 extraordinary nursing professionals from across its five long-term care facilities, including five registered nurses nominated for the DAISY Award and five certified nursing assistants nominated for the in-house BEE Award. NYC Health + Hospitals said the DAISY Award, sponsored by the DAISY Foundation, is the international leader in nurse recognition. This award recognizes nurses […]

“The Spirit of Justice: True Stories of Faith, Race, and Resistance” by Jemar Tisby c.2024, Zondervan Reflective                  $29.99                               262 pages   You have all the tools you need. You have a level, so you’re always even-keeled. A hammer, to nail down your ideals. A saw to cut through nonsense and pliers to pull out the truth. You have almost everything you need for equality; now you need “The Spirit […]