Category Archives: Government & Politics

Stan Brooks: A News Radio Institution 1927-2013

By New York News Network Stan Brooks was a unique voice covering the news for 1010 WINS radio. He broadcast for decades and was a familiar voice to thousands of New Yorkers. Mr. Brooks died Monday from lung cancer.   … Continue reading

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New York City Council Votes for Restrictions on e-Cigarettes

By New York News Network On Thursday, the New York City council in its final meeting for the 2010-2013 session voted to ban electronic cigarettes, or “e-cigarettes,” in places where regular cigarettes are restricted. The legislation, whose prime sponsor was … Continue reading

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Barrios-Paoli Appointed to Head Health & Humans Services

By New York News Network On Thursday, Mayor-elect Bill de Blasio announced another appointment of his administration, introducing Lilliam Barrios-Paoli as his Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services. Ms. Barrios-Paoli has served three New York City mayors, she is … Continue reading

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