Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg today announced a $1 million renewal grant from the ASPCA (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) to support the Mayor-s Alliance for NYC-s Animals--a coalition of more than 160 animal rescue groups and shelters that work with Animal Care & Control of New York City (AC&C).  The continued support from the ASPCA has helped New York City rescue and care for homeless and abandoned animals until loving owners can be found.  Over the last 9 years, pet adoptions have increased by 108 percent. Joining the Mayor at today-s announcement were Ed Sayr ... mehr

Mayor Presents American Dreamer Award to New Yorkers Improving the Lives of Immigrants Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and Immigrant Affairs Commissioner Fatima Shama today kicked off Immigrant Heritage Week, a citywide celebration honoring the experiences and contributions of the millions of immigrants who have shaped our City for generations. The weeklong celebration runs from April 15- 21 and will feature over 170 free multi-cultural events hosted by museums, community organizations, public libraries and educational institutions throughout the five boroughs, including many new p ... mehr

“Benjamin L. Hooks was a leader in the civil rights movement who spent his life fighting for justice and equality.  The NAACP first established its national office in New York City in 1910.  Benjamin Hooks’s work as President built it into the civil rights and social justice powerhouse that we celebrated last July during its 100th Anniversary Convention here in the City. His death is a tremendous loss to this country, but his contributions will live on in the generations to come.” ... mehr

City Provides More than 30 Hotel Discounts, Airport Transportation Discounts and Tools to Make Extended Stay for Travelers More Manageable Up-to-Date Weekend Travel Information on Local Events and Cultural Options Available at NYCGO.com Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and NYC & Company, New York City-s marketing, tourism and partnership organization, today announced hotel discounts and additional resources that will allow travelers to make the most of their extended stay in New York City this weekend in the wake of Wednesday-s eruption of the Eyjafjallajokull volcano in Iceland, which ... mehr