A Manhattan church once again faced criminal activity and damage after a vandal destroyed a statue of Jesus on President’s Day, just weeks after a church worker was slashed across the face by an unknown attacker.
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Mass of Reparation Offered at St. Patrick’s Cathedral After ‘Scandalous’ Funeral, Rector Says
Two days after St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City was filled with mourners for an irreverent “homecoming” funeral for a prominent activist who identified as transgender, the cathedral’s rector acknowledged that many people “have let us know they share our outrage over the scandalous behavior” that took place at the service.
Paul Vallone, Respected Catholic Queens Politician, Dies at 56
Former City Councilman Paul Vallone, who passed away from a heart attack on Jan. 28 at age 56, was praised by a friend as a man of deep faith who dedicated himself to making New York City a better place to live.
Fine by Him! City Flags Homeowner for Flying Stars & Stripes and Anti-Biden Message, Then Rescinds $500 Summons
Being a patriotic American almost cost Joe Maffia a pretty penny. Maffia was slapped with violations and a potential $500 fine by the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB). The violations? He was flying two flags — an American flag and an anti-Joe Biden flag — from the flagpole on the front lawn of his Gerritsen Beach house.
Caretaker Viciously Slashed by Belligerent Attacker Outside East Village Church
As a caretaker at Immaculate Conception Church, John Mach understands that he is not only taking care of the church, but the parishioners as well. So when it comes down to him or his parish, he’s willing to face whatever may come at him, even if it threatens his life.
NY Gov. Hochul Signs Bill Establishing Panel to Examine Slavery Reparations
PROSPECT HEIGHTS — Entering 2024, New York state will create a commission to consider reparations for African American residents. Up against a Dec. 31 deadline, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a bill on Dec. 19 to establish the panel. New York legislators originally passed the bill to create the commission back in June. “Today, we are […]
Fed Judge OKs Buffer Zones Around Abortion Clinics in Several NY Counties
A federal judge has granted a preliminary injunction requested by New York Attorney General Letitia James to create a buffer zone for protesters at New York abortion clinics in several counties.
Rochester, N.Y., Priest Accused Under New York Adult Victims Act
As a one-year lookback window for adult abuse victims has closed in New York state, at least one priest has been named as an alleged abuser.
‘SoHo Sheep’ Return to Graze, Post-Pandemic, in Lower Manhattan Basilica’s Cemetery
This fall, the Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral has welcomed three special fleece-covered guests, who roam the cemetery behind the landmark church, offering a rare sight to onlookers walking along Mott St.
South Bronx Tenants ‘Speak Out’ in Words and Photos Against NYCHA
Three years ago, Bernard Smith completely transformed his living room at the Morris Houses into his bedroom. But it was not by choice or because he didn’t have the room.