Geography of New York City

Ziaire Williams’ Childhood Hoop Dreams Realized On 2021 NBA Draft Night

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Saturday, July 31, 2021
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Herbalife Nutrition sponsored athlete Ziaire Williams, who played forward at Stanford University, was selected in the first round of this year's NBA* Draft.

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  • Herbalife Nutrition sponsored athlete Ziaire Williams, who played forward at Stanford University, was selected in the first round of this year's NBA* Draft.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210731005013/en/
    Ziaire Williams, the 10th overall pick for the 2021 NBA Draft who will play for the Memphis Grizzlies**, has been training alongside Joe Abunassar, founder, and president of the Herbalife Nutrition IMPACT Basketball Center, for the past three years in preparation for the draft.
  • Training at the facility was not only about developing my technical skills, but I also learned how proper nutrition could elevate my game on the court," said Williams.
  • Williams, a five-star recruit out of high school, played college basketball at Stanford University before declaring for the 2021 NBA Draft.

U.S. Senate Candidate Khaled Salem Demands Relief for Overtaxed Staten Island Residents

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
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"Residents of all other boroughs have multiple choices and Staten Island residents do not.

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  • "Residents of all other boroughs have multiple choices and Staten Island residents do not.
  • "Property owners in Staten Island are taxed at the same rate as their 'borough counterparts,' said Salem.
  • Staten Island has no options other than the Verrazano or the Staten Island Ferry both for a cost.In April, the MTA approved a rate hike for Staten Island residents' 'discount,' from $2.75 to $2.95, which is ridiculous and categorically unfair."
  • "They don't deserve to be set apart from their fellow New York City residents, and I support them 100%," said Salem.

Vantage Health and Gramercy Surgery Center Announces Equity Partnership

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
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NEW YORK, July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Vantage Health and Gramercy Surgery Center announced a new partnership aimed at lowering costs and improving quality of care for cancer patients.

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  • NEW YORK, July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Vantage Health and Gramercy Surgery Center announced a new partnership aimed at lowering costs and improving quality of care for cancer patients.
  • Vantage Health is a leading cancer care provider with offices in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens.
  • Gramercy Surgery Center was recently recognized as the #1 and #2 ambulatory surgery centers in New York by Newsweek.
  • "For years, Gramercy Surgery Center has been one of the premier surgical centers for cancer patients.

MCR Purchases The Lexington Hotel, Autograph Collection by Marriott, in New York City for $185 Million

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
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MCR the countrys 4th-largest hotel owner-operator has acquired the 725-room The Lexington Hotel for $185 million, which equates to $255,000 per guestroom.

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  • MCR the countrys 4th-largest hotel owner-operator has acquired the 725-room The Lexington Hotel for $185 million, which equates to $255,000 per guestroom.
  • The hotel was purchased by MCR in a joint venture transaction with Island Capital Group and Three Wall Capital LLC.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210720005378/en/
    The Lexington Hotel, Autograph Collection by Marriott (Photo: Business Wire)
    Located along Lexington Avenues Hotel Alley at 48th Street, the iconic Lexington Hotel was landmarked in 2016 as one of the most architecturally significant properties in Manhattan.
  • Since its opening in 1929, The Lexington Hotel has housed historic figures, international celebrities, world leaders and renowned sports icons.

Brenda Freeman Joins Looking Glass Factory Board of Directors

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Thursday, May 27, 2021
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BROOKLYN, N.Y., May 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today,Looking Glass Factory, the leader in holographic light field display technology, announced that Brenda Freeman has joined its Board of Directors.

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  • BROOKLYN, N.Y., May 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today,Looking Glass Factory, the leader in holographic light field display technology, announced that Brenda Freeman has joined its Board of Directors.
  • Freeman's 25 years of executive and marketing experience will continue to strengthen Looking Glass Factory's Board of Directors as it accelerates its development of new products and releases Looking Glass Portrait to the world.
  • "I'm truly humbled that someone with Brenda's expertise and vision has joined our Board," said Shawn Frayne, CEO of Looking Glass Factory.
  • Looking Glass Factory Inc, with headquarters in Greenpoint, Brooklyn and additional operations in Hong Kong, is the global leader in the field of holographic interfaces with the launch of their flagship product line, The Looking Glass.

Cincinnati’s Coney Island 2021 Season to Open This Saturday Nation’s Largest Aquaglide Pool Obstacle Course Opens at Nation’s Largest Recirculating Pool

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Tuesday, May 25, 2021
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Action Alley will be open daily 11 a.m. 5 p.m. each day during the Coney Island 2021 season and is included with a Sunlite Water Adventure admission or season pass.

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  • Action Alley will be open daily 11 a.m. 5 p.m. each day during the Coney Island 2021 season and is included with a Sunlite Water Adventure admission or season pass.
  • As we begin to emerge from the pandemic, Coney Island is excited to debut our new Challenge Zone and Action Alley, said Rob Schutter, President of Coney Island.
  • We cant wait to share these new and unique attractions and our popular favorites with loyal guests and brand new fans.
  • Coney Island is a great location for company picnics, family reunions, fundraisers, and private events and home to many of the regions premier events.

Sales Officially Launch at New Iconic Address 101 West 14th Street

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Wednesday, May 5, 2021
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b'Gemini Rosemont has just announced the launch of sales for the highly-anticipated luxury residences at 101 West 14th Street, designed by esteemed architecture firm ODA New York with interiors by Whitehall Interiors.

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  • b'Gemini Rosemont has just announced the launch of sales for the highly-anticipated luxury residences at 101 West 14th Street, designed by esteemed architecture firm ODA New York with interiors by Whitehall Interiors.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210505005662/en/\n101 West 14th features 44 unique homes, and more than half feature double-height living spaces with spacious terraces that enable indoor/outdoor living and multifaceted views.
  • Installing the double-height glass panels required the largest hoist in operation in New York City at the time.\n\xe2\x80\x9cAt 101 West 14th Street, quality of life is not measured in floor area, but in volume.
  • 101 West 14th Street is within walking distance of ample green space including Union Square, Washington Square Park, Madison Square Park and Hudson River Park.

Brooklyn's Weeksville Heritage Center Names Dr. Raymond Codrington as New CEO

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Friday, April 16, 2021
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b'BROOKLYN, N.Y., April 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Trustees of Weeksville Heritage Center (WHC) announced today the appointment of Dr. Raymond Codrington as Chief Executive Officer.

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  • b'BROOKLYN, N.Y., April 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Trustees of Weeksville Heritage Center (WHC) announced today the appointment of Dr. Raymond Codrington as Chief Executive Officer.
  • Dr. Codrington joins Weeksville Heritage Center at an exciting juncture of the organization\'s history following WHC\'s induction into the celebrated Cultural Institutions Group of New York City last year.
  • We are eager for him to bring his passions for research, open dialogue, and collaboration to Weeksville Heritage Center.
  • I am thrilled to join the staff and leadership of Weeksville Heritage Center to continue and expand its important mission.

Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers Names R.J. Brunelli & Co. Exclusive Real Estate Rep for Central & Northern NJ, Staten Island

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Monday, March 29, 2021
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The Old Bridge-based retail real estate brokerage was named exclusive real estate representative for the fast-casual chain in central and northern New Jersey, and Staten Island, N.Y. With the exception of a single location in Massachusetts, the Baton Rouge, La.-headquartered chain has yet to break into the Northeast.

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  • The Old Bridge-based retail real estate brokerage was named exclusive real estate representative for the fast-casual chain in central and northern New Jersey, and Staten Island, N.Y. With the exception of a single location in Massachusetts, the Baton Rouge, La.-headquartered chain has yet to break into the Northeast.
  • "Our account team is seeking freestanding locations for company-owned restaurants at prime intersections along every major corridor in central and northern New Jersey, and Staten Island," Ms. Brunelli continued.
  • "Plans call for eight locations annually in our central and northern New Jersey markets alone."
  • Site preferences include high visibility corner locations with signalized access on roads with a daily traffic count of at least 35,000.

Bowery Farming Announces Expansion of its Protected Produce to Albertsons Companies' Safeway and Acme Stores Across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic

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Tuesday, March 23, 2021
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"At Bowery we believe that everyone should have access to fresh, healthy produce," said Katie Seawell, Chief Commercial Officer, Bowery Farming.

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  • "At Bowery we believe that everyone should have access to fresh, healthy produce," said Katie Seawell, Chief Commercial Officer, Bowery Farming.
  • Bowery produce is harvested at peak freshness, and is available on shelf within just a few days.
  • "We're proud to offer Bowery Farming's innovative and sustainable produce to help meet customer demand for high quality local indoor grown greens and herbs."
  • The partnership will offer consumers Protected Produce year-round, even in the middle of events that interrupt the traditional supply chain.