Archive for November, 2009

Juvenile justice chief in DC is leaving post - Washington Post

Monday, November 30th, 2009

Washington Post

Juvenile justice chief in DC is leaving postWashington PostSchiraldi, who is from New York City, is expected to begin his new job in February. DC Council member Tommy Wells (D-Ward 6), chairman of the Committee on …City Hall Aide Is Named Environmental Protection Commissioner in NYCNew York TimesNYC mayor names new heads of DEP, [...]

New York Jets coach Rex Ryan looking forward to trip to Toronto - The Canadian Press

Monday, November 30th, 2009

New York Jets coach Rex Ryan looking forward to trip to TorontoThe Canadian PressYep, there was a time when the New York Jets coach zipped across the ice on blades. Well, sort of. "I never knew how to skate," Ryan said with a grin. …and more »

Season in jeopardy for Eli Manning, New York Giants - Examiner.com

Monday, November 30th, 2009

New York Daily News

Season in jeopardy for Eli Manning, New York GiantsExaminer.comAfter streaking to a 5-0 start, the entire season for the New York Giants (6-5) and quarterback Eli Manning may hang in the balance when they host the …Eli's balky foot carries weight of Giants' seasonNewsday (subscription)Manning says injury not affecting playThe Associated PressThe [...]

In Budget Impasse, Governor Warns of Withholding Municipal Aid - New York Times

Monday, November 30th, 2009

New York Daily News

In Budget Impasse, Governor Warns of Withholding Municipal AidNew York Times… executive director of the Conference of Big 5 School Districts, which represents districts in Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, Yonkers and New York City. …Paterson Using Executive Power to Cut NY Budget Gap in HalfBloombergMinus School Cuts, a Deal on the Deficit?New York [...]

Former Prosecutor Appointed to Investigate Corruption in Crane Operators’ Union - New York Times

Monday, November 30th, 2009

Former Prosecutor Appointed to Investigate Corruption in Crane Operators' UnionNew York Times… most tower crane and heavy equipment operators in New York City, a move prompted by numerous convictions of union officials and organized crime figures. …and more »

Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa tours Mexico - Los Angeles Times

Monday, November 30th, 2009

Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa tours MexicoLos Angeles Times“We should focus on what we have in common instead of focusing on our differences,” Villaraigosa said after a meeting with Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard. …and more »

Norah Jones announces spring tour - Reuters

Monday, November 30th, 2009

Reuters

Norah Jones announces spring tourReutersNEW YORK (Billboard) - Her new album is entitled "The Fall," but Norah Jones is waiting until spring to embark on a 36-city tour, …and more »

Class Sizes Rise, Mostly Due to Budget Cuts - New York Times

Monday, November 30th, 2009

Class Sizes Rise, Mostly Due to Budget CutsNew York TimesPropelled by budget cuts and enrollment increases, class sizes in the New York City public school system rose this year, with high school …and more »

The Officer in Uniform Is Real; The Badge May Be an Impostor - New York Times

Monday, November 30th, 2009

The Officer in Uniform Is Real; The Badge May Be an ImpostorNew York TimesYears ago, Mr. Anemone said, officers referred to a fake badge as a Pottsy, after the Jay Irving comic strip about a New York City police officer. …and more »

The Officer Is Real; The Badge May Be an Impostor - New York Times

Monday, November 30th, 2009

The Officer Is Real; The Badge May Be an ImpostorNew York TimesYears ago, Mr. Anemone said, officers referred to a fake badge as a Pottsy, after the Jay Irving comic strip about a New York City police officer. …and more »