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NYISE hosts first wrestling and cheerleading tournament since COVID

27-01-2025 22:23 via bxtimes.com

Dozens of student athletes from three schools competed Saturday in the first wrestling and cheerleading tournament since the COVID-19 pandemic at the New York Institute for Special Education (NYISE), a Bronx school for students with visual impairments.Coaches and athletes alike from NYISE said the tournament marked a huge milestone in the school’s return after the COVID pandemic with many saying the competition and teamwork helped them come out of their shell.“ Now they're lear

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Column: Savor the Bronx restaurant week application deadline is just a few days away

27-01-2025 20:38 via bxtimes.com

Savor the Bronx restaurant week is back and better than ever. While the event has been on hiatus for a few years, the Bronx Tourism Council and the Office of Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson have decided it is time for it to return. Taking place from Feb. 18-23, 2025, the restaurant week is an opportunity for all Bronx eateries to take part in.With storefronts in the Bronx being taken up largely by restaurants according to the New York Times, the “flavors of The Bronx” are diverse

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What’s happening | Pub crawl, screenings, performances and more

27-01-2025 19:33 via bxtimes.com

Irish Pub Crawl of WoodlawnFriday, Jan. 31, 3-5:30 p.m.Mulligan's Fireside Pub, 4272 Katonah Ave.$99Take part in this fun pub crawl through the Woodlawn neighborhood of the Bronx, which is also known as New York City's "Little Ireland." In addition to some of the neighborhood's most historic watering holes being showcased, various local landmarks and historical points of interest will also be explored.For more information, visit nyadventureclub.com/event/the-irish-pub-crawl-of-woodlawn-new

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FDNY: faulty electrical wiring caused Jan. 10 five-alarm fire in Allerton neighborhood

27-01-2025 19:28 via bxtimes.com

Faulty electrical wiring was to blame for the Jan. 10 five-alarm fire that injured seven and displaced hundreds of residents at 2910 Wallace Avenue, according to fire marshalls. At the time of the blaze, some residents had reportedly been running space heaters and other equipment due to inadequate heat in the building, but FDNY said the fire was not caused by such devices. Following the fire, the over 250 displaced residents have been working to save belongings from their apartments an

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Mayor Adams not ‘feeling best,’ on ‘limited’ public schedule this week while undergoing medical tests, City Hall says

27-01-2025 14:50 via amny.com

Mayor Eric Adams will have limited public appearances this week as he attends doctor's appointments and undergoes medical tests after a week of not "feeling his best," according to Hizzoner's top spokesperson.Fabien Levy, Adams' deputy mayor for communications, revealed in a late Sunday night social media post that Hizzoner would be stepping back from the public eye this week to attend to his health."Over the last few days, Mayor Adams hasn’t been feeling his best," Levy wrote. "As a

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