Tri-City Civic Digest

• Grim discovery: Dead pitbull found in trash bag near Webster Ave murder site of Ramon Vasquez in Norwood; police on scene but no arrests.
• Fire...

Key safety upgrade for New York State EMS:

• Mandate rollout: All ambulances required to have dash cams; new vehicles this month, retrofits by fall.
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Fort Wayne's metallic hardcore quintet Still Burning drops World On Fire EP—DIY produced, free on Bandcamp, blending personal mental health...

• Massive crowds and strong community support drove the Arsenal Gun Show's success at the Coliseum.
• Organizers rave about the phenomenal venue, vendors, and vibrant response.
• 300+ Midwest vendors featured; show returns Oct 25-26.

Tampa Bay heats up spring with weekend events blending nature, food, and culture for families.

• Earth Fair (Sun, Apr 19, 10am-3pm, Tampa): Hands-on...

Heart to Heart Cookies brings joy to Fort Wayne foster children with personalized treats for birthdays, graduations, and adoptions.

• Feels seen:...

Swift Tampa responses to recent threats highlight public safety priority:

• Bomb threat at Colonnade assisted living: Facility searched, no...

• Steven Van Zandt, longtime E Street Band member, debuts Malvado Maple Mezcal from Wicked Cool Spirits at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa.
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Mayor Sharon Tucker boosts local safety and aesthetics with 28 grants totaling $119,000.

Key improvements:

• Placemaking/transit: Artwork, painted...

Fort Wayne education boost: Purdue Trustees approved 16 faculty promotions at Purdue Fort Wayne for 2026-27, part of 189 system-wide.

• Merit...

Government and Employment News

• 🔥 Mayor Mamdani's 100 Days Address: New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani will deliver his '100 Days Address' in...

• Multi-victim attack: Police found four shot on 3200 block of Abbott Street; fifth victim self-transported to hospital.
• Fatal outcome: One victim...

NYSBA advocates closing representation gaps for New Yorkers facing deportation.

• Key stats: Nearly 30% lack attorneys; 40% of detained appear...

Juvenile crime risks deputies in Tampa Bay:

• 16-year-old girl stole car near Sheldon Road in West Hillsborough Friday ~11am
• Fled deputies, sped...

• Bronx focus: Marked 100th day cleaning illegal dumping, followed by lead inspection.
• Key win: Delivered universal childcare for 2-year-olds (Sept...

Accessible fitness expands at Promenade Park Pavilion:

• New Barre class: Low-impact, high-intensity with mods for all body types, 9:15-10 a.m.
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Bronx hiring spree for admin roles paying $52K+ – perfect for organized pros.

• Athletics Admin Coordinator at Lehman College (CUNY): Budgeting,...

Mike Ackels of 460 Cycle Shop is donating his East Washington Blvd. building to Clothes for Joes, transforming it into a one-stop service center for...

Bronx Safety and Politics

• 🔥 Parkchester Fire: One person is in critical condition after a fire broke out at an apartment building in...

• Budget overdue: Lawmakers passed extender funding state until next Tuesday amid unresolved hot topics.
• Trial lawyers blast Hochul's auto insurance...