Written testimony of TSA for a February 27 House Committee on Homeland Security, Subcommittee on Transportation and Protective Security hearing titled “The Public Face of TSA: Examining the Agency’s Outreach and Traveler Engagement Efforts”. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Office of Civil Rights and Liberties, Ombudsman and Traveler Engagement Acting Assistant Administrator Christine ...

NYC Schools To Ramp Up Security Until U.S. Deals With Guns: Mayor Bill de Blasio The city will deploy metal detectors at random in every middle and high school in the wake of the Parkland, Florida massacre. By Noah Manskar, Patch Staff | Feb 22, 2018 2:59 pm ET | Updated Feb 22, 2018 6:18 pm ET     NEW YORK, NY ...

  FORCE BLUE: Diving To Save The Oceans By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer All it takes is the right formula topped off with that determined and strong warrior spirit to create a positive impact on ailing coral reefs. Out of this strength and resolution is born FORCE BLUE, a new non-profit organization focused on ...

  The 2016 Easter Egg Roll Brightens The Day      By: Hope Wilkos, Writer      Photos : Monique Nolan, George Whylie With President Obama’s presidential term winding down, the President wanted this year’s traditional Easter Egg Roll to be one for the history books. This tradition has been in existence for the past ...

Tribeca Film Festival Invites You to Celebrate 15 Years of Film Entertainment By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer   Life is a series of stories waiting to be told and only the most creative can captivate your attention with their unique rendition. That may be why film fanatics love the month of April in New ...

The Stars Are Shining At The White House  By:  Hope Wilk os, Writer There is plenty to toast to at the White House these days. While keeping our country safe is a top priority, it is always a pleasant diversion to spend time in the artistic world. The month of February ended on ...

Gwen James Honored At SASSY 2016 Conference  By Monique Nolan Photo Credit: Roland Hyde Congratulations to Gwen James owner of Dream Castle Resorts, Montego Bay, Jamaica  who was honored with the SASSY Of The Year 2016 Award. A well deserved accolade for Gwen James , this recognition is thoroughly deserved for the contribution she has made by inspiring and ...

#GimmeFive Prevails At Easter Egg Roll By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer Although Easter was celebrated on Sunday, April 5, 2015, a long-standing tradition of the White House took place the very next day on Monday, April 6th. Children across the nation are all familiar with the Easter Egg Roll. Children dash to find eggs. (Official ...

The Economy Is Looking Up - February 2015 Employment Statement By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer Statement by Jason Furman, Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers Just two months into a new year and the economy continues to move upwards at a constant pace. Today, the White House issued their monthly statement on the employment ...

Guyanese American Dr. Matthews Writes About Caribbean Immigrants Dr. Matthews writes about Caribbean immigrants By Tangerine Clarke Guyanese American author Dr. Lear Matthews gives a clear insight into Caribbean immigrants living in the United States, in his new book entitled “English-Speaking Caribbean Immigrants: Transnational Identities.” The book outlines a scope of matters that highlights ...

New York City Receives A Visit From The Royal Couple By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer Washington and New York City have truly enjoyed the presence of the Royal Couple, if only for a brief number of days. On Monday, December 8, 2014, a photo that will most likely make the history books, was taken ...

White House Embraces Halloween By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer What kind of spooky Halloween trick-or-treating took place at the White House this year?  Traditionally, the Presidents, over the years, have always decided to put aside all their political thoughts for an evening and bring on the fun and frolicking in the name of ...

New Law Lowering New York City's Default Speed Limit to 25 MPH   Bill de Blasio signs law to lower speed limit to 25 mph during emotional ceremony Transcript: Mayor de Blasio Signs New Law Lowering New York City's Default Speed Limit to 25 MPH October 27, 2014 Mayor Bill de Blasio: Good morning, everyone. ...

The Gift Of Education By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer   The importance of education can never be underestimated and should never be taken for granted.  Receiving years of schooling serves as a crucial benefit into our future and on throughout the rest of our lives.   There is no greater advocate of education for girls and ...

June 2014 Employment Situation  By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer On a weekend when we are celebrating freedom and opportunity within the United States, we are learning that a pivotal point has been reached in the employment world.  With six months down in 2014, we have a good indicator of where we have been ...

SALUTE TO INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2014 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Today was a holiday which celebrates women and all that they stand for.  March 8th is the proclaimed holiday known as International Women's Day. It is a day to look upon women's achievements, their characteristics that give them the knack to hold ...

THE FIRST EVER WHITE HOUSE FILM FESTIVAL By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger We all know of Tribeca Film Festival, Sundance Film Festival and Cannes Film Festival, but for the very first time ever, President Obama hosted the White House Film Festival on Friday, February 28, 2014.  As part of this stimulating event, the ...

    Mayor de Blasio Announces Press Office Appointments http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zIqcfnexpM&feature=share January 7, 2014Diverse office brings wide range of local, state and national experience to City Hall   NEW YORK, NY -- Mayor Bill de Blasio today announced the members of the City Hall press office, appointing a diverse team that brings experience from advocacy, media ...