Mia Edelstein, Author at Gale Brewer

Mia Edelstein

B.P. Brewer in the News:
September 11–17

By Mia Edelstein on September 17, 2021

Friday, September 17

ABC 7 by Natalie Duddridge, Caught On Video: Carmine’s Hostess Attacked After Asking Tourists For Proof Of Vaccination
Audacy, Texas women attack Manhattan hostess who asked for proof of vaccination: police
CBS by Patrick Smith and Kurt Chirbas, Carmine’s hostess attacked after asking diners for proof of vaccination
CBS New York, Video shows Carmine’s hostess assaulted over NYC COVID vaccine requirement
New York Daily News by Rocco

Weekly update 9/16

By Mia Edelstein on September 16, 2021

Friends, It’s Thursday, September 16, 2021. Welcome to my weekly update. Where we are. New York City’s COVID positivity rate is now 2.96%, down from 3.31% last week. Those interested in diving more deeply into COVID statistics can check the NYC Dept. of Health website or thecity.nyc’s COVID tracker. If you’re not yet vaccinated, find a vaccine site here. The Washington Post reported yesterday (9/15) another grim milestone… Read more

B.P. Brewer in the News:
September 4–10

By Mia Edelstein on September 10, 2021

Wednesday, September 8

The City by Eileen Grench, New School Year Brings New Concerns of Pandemic ‘Educational Neglect’ Child Welfare Probes

Tuesday, September 7

Patch by Nick Garber, Harlemites File Hundreds Of Damage Complaints After Storm, Floods

Saturday, September 4

New York Post by Kerry J. Byrne, Civil war monument crumbling as NYC spends $659M on nearby projects

Now hiring: NYC organizations and small businesses

By Mia Edelstein on September 9, 2021

I’ve recently heard about dozens of job openings and opportunities:

Americorps VISTA tenant organizer with Tenants and Neighbors. Apply here by Monday, 9/27 (indicate that you would like to be placed at Tenants and Neighbors) and also email a cover letter and resume to gaquino@tandn.org.
HVAC training program from Building Skills New York. To learn more, email tlumley@buildingskillsny.org.
10+ positions at Lincoln Center, including security officers

Post-Hurricane Ida recovery resources

By Mia Edelstein on September 9, 2021

I’ve compiled a list of resources to help Manhattanites recover from Hurricane Ida:

Manhattan Human Service Center (IS 88, 215 W. 114th St.). open for in-person assistance daily from 8 am – 8 pm – State and City agencies and nonprofits provide help with storm-related paperwork, food assistance referrals, and mental health services
Homeowner resources from the NYC Dept. of Housing Preservation and Development
File a water damage or loss

Weekly update 9/9

By Mia Edelstein on September 9, 2021

Friends, It’s Thursday, September 9, 2021. Welcome to my weekly update. New York City’s COVID positivity rate is now 3.31%, down from 3.43% last week. Those interested in diving more deeply into COVID statistics can check the NYC Dept. of Health website or thecity.nyc’s COVID tracker. If you’re not yet vaccinated, find a vaccine site here. Dr. Anthony Fauci said today (9/9) that the current rate of about… Read more

B.P. Brewer in the News:
August 28 – September 3

By Mia Edelstein on September 3, 2021

Friday, September 3

Bowery Boogie by Eddie Panta, BP Brewer Keeps Residents in Suspense as City Pushes Ahead with SoHo/NoHo Rezoning
Patch by Gus Saltonstall, Manhattan Borough Prez Doesn’t Support Initial SoHo Rezoning Plan
Commercial Observer by Rebecca Baird-Remba, Manhattan BP Gale Brewer Comes Out Against SoHo Rezoning
New York Post by Julia Marsh and Elizabeth Rosner, Gale Brewer withholding crucial support for Soho rezoning plan

Thursday, September 2… Read more

Weekly update (9/2)

By Mia Edelstein on September 2, 2021

Friends, It’s Thursday, September 2, 2021. Welcome to my weekly update. Last night’s storm really gave us a wallop, with record one-hour rainfall in Central Park. The Governor and Mayor have both issued a state of emergency. Transit service is delayed and in some areas suspended, and the MTA’s subway and bus Twitter accounts are posting service updates. Call 311 to report suspected gas leaks and downed power lines, and… Read more

B.P. Brewer in the News:
August 21–27

By Mia Edelstein on August 27, 2021

Wednesday, August 25

Bowery Boogie by Eddie Panta, BP Brewer Meets Community Resistance at SoHo/NoHo Rezoning Hearing

Tuesday, August 24

NY1 by Lori Chung, Critics and advocates try to sway Manhattan’s BP on SoHo/NoHo rezoning plan
Streetsblog NYC by Gersh Kuntzman Dear Gov. Hochul ‘Move Fast on Congestion Pricing’
West Side Rag, Some Local Parents Want a Remote School Option as Delta Spreads

Monday, August 23

amNY by Mark Hallum,

Weekly update (8/26)

By Mia Edelstein on August 26, 2021

Friends, It’s Thursday, August 26, 2021– happy Women’s Equality Day! It’s the 101st anniversary of the 19th Amendment giving women the right to vote in 1920. New York City’s COVID positivity rate is now 3.61%, down from 3.82% last week. Those interested in diving more deeply into COVID statistics can check the NYC Dept. of Health website or thecity.nyc’s COVID tracker. In one of her first acts, Gov. Hochul… Read more

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Mia Edelstein

B.P. Brewer in the News:
September 11–17

Weekly update 9/16

B.P. Brewer in the News:
September 4–10

Now hiring: NYC organizations and small businesses

Post-Hurricane Ida recovery resources

Weekly update 9/9

B.P. Brewer in the News:
August 28 – September 3

Weekly update (9/2)

B.P. Brewer in the News:
August 21–27

Weekly update (8/26)

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