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• Who has departed City Hall amid turmoil from Mayor Adams indictment and ongoing federal probes – and why?

  03-10-2024 22:40 via amny.com
  
  Ever since the most recent wave of federal activity surrounding Mayor Eric Adams’ administration kicked off in early September, culminating in his historic indictment last Thursday, a growing number of top City Hall staffers have run for the exits, with more high-profile departures likely on the way.
  Just over the past month, the city’s police commissioner, top City Hall lawyer, schools chancellor, health commissioner and one of Adams’ most trusted advisers have all announced t
  
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• Bronx Tech Job Fair debuts at Fordham University, connecting local talent to employment opportunities

  03-10-2024 21:21 via bxtimes.com
  
  The inaugural Bronx Tech Job Fair was held on Oct. 3 at Fordham University, offering local talent a direct path to opportunities in the tech sector. The fair, open to high school students, college attendees, and working professionals, ran from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and drew more than 50 attendees when the doors opened.
  The event hosted an array of companies and organizations, including Health First, The Knowledge House, New York Power Authority, Northwest Bronx Community and Clergy Coalition (NWBCC)
  
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• Yankees, Royals set to rekindle historic rivalry in 2024 ALDS

  03-10-2024 20:02 via bxtimes.com
  The New York Yankees will begin the chase for their 28th World Series championship with a matchup against the Kansas City Royals in the American League Divisional Series (ALDS), beginning this Saturday in the Bronx.
  The Royals secured their date with the Yankees after sweeping the Baltimore Orioles in two games in the American League Wild Card Series to eliminate one of New York’s prominent AL East rivals.
  The Yankees, who clinched the No. 1 seed in the American League, will take on Kansas
  
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• NYC DOT announces car-free ‘Trick-or-Streets’ Halloween events, including signature events in The Bronx

  03-10-2024 20:00 via bxtimes.com
  
  The New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez announced Oct. 3 that more than 100 car-free events will take place across all five boroughs this month as part of the city’s third annual ‘Trick-or-Streets’ program.
  The program will feature free, Halloween-themed events throughout the month, aiming to create safe, festive spaces for families and communities to celebrate the season. The initiative will include 10 signature events, two of whi
  
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• Crunching the Bronx crime numbers: rapes increase, vehicle thefts drop in September 2024

  03-10-2024 17:56 via bxtimes.com
  
  The number of reported rapes across the Bronx increased significantly during the 28-day period ending Sept. 29, compared to the same period last year, according to the NYPD’s latest crime stats. However, a large drop in vehicle thefts occurred for the same time frame.
  Rapes in the Bronx were up 68.2% for the 28-day period through Sept. 28, compared to last year—from 22 reported cases to 37.
  The biggest jump in reported rapes was seen within the confines of the 46th Precinct, which co
  
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• Meet New NYC Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos

  03-10-2024 17:47 via newyorkfamily.com
  
  Photo: New York City Public Schools
  Meet New NYC Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos
  Melissa Aviles-Ramos has been named the new NYC schools chancellor.
  Parents of children in New York City public schools learned there would be a change in leadership during a press conference on September 25. 2024 when Aviles-Ramos was introduced as the new NYC Schools Chancellor. In an unusual move, the announcement came months before she was set to start the job, and shortly after news broke that Schools C
  
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• Yankees celebrate Lehman College students in sport management mentoring program

  03-10-2024 16:27 via bxtimes.com
  
  The New York Yankees honored 13 Lehman College students and alumni who took part in the Yankees-CUNY Sport Management Mentoring Program prior to the game on Wednesday, Sept. 25.
  A special certificate ceremony was held for the participants of this five-week virtual program, which consisted of informative sessions with members of the Yankees’ front office.
  Photo courtesy of Lehman College
  The cohort received their tickets on the field, where they were joined by Lehman College President Ferna
  
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• Gunman shoots two men during attempted robbery in the Bronx, NYPD seeks suspects

  03-10-2024 16:11 via bxtimes.com
  
  An attempted robbery in the Bronx turned violent when two suspects opened fire, injuring two men last month.
  Police say the incident unfolded at approximately 4 a.m. on Sept. 7, 2024, outside 1880 University Ave. A 25-year-old man and a 30-year-old man were approached by two unidentified individuals who attempted to rob them. During the confrontation, one of the suspects pulled out a firearm. When their attempt to steal property from the victims was unsuccessful, the suspects fired multiple shot
  
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• NYC Parks and NYCHA cut ribbon on playground improvements at Sotomayor Houses in Soundview

  03-10-2024 15:48 via bxtimes.com
  
  The Parks Department recently completed upgrades to the playground at the Sotomayor Houses in Soundview, and officials with NYC Parks and the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) unveiled the improvements earlier this week.
  The officials held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. 1 to mark the completion of the revamp, which includes new playground equipment, water features and seating areas. NYC Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue, NYCHA CEO Lisa Bova-Hiatt, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, S
  
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