Posted on NY1 By: Shazia Khan An interfaith ceremony this weekend will once again transform a part of the Hudson River into a memorial for those killed in the September 11th attacks. NY1's Shazia Khan filed the following report. With the 10th anniversary of September … [Read more...] about NY1 Covers 9/11 Lantern Ceremony
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Emigrant Savings Bank becomes lead corporate sponsor of the Prepare New York Coalition
Emigrant, founded to serve New York’s immigrant community more than 150years ago, provides funding and support for initiative that encourages understanding, healing and harmony as New York and the nation approach the10th anniversary of 9/11.New York, NY (August 30, 2011) –The … [Read more...] about Emigrant Savings Bank becomes lead corporate sponsor of the Prepare New York Coalition
The NYPD And Muslims In New York
Posted on huffintonpost.com on 8/31/11 By: Dr. Sarah Sayeed Last week, a troubling piece of news came to the fore, announcing the NYPD's initiative to promote security through a wide surveillance of New York's Muslims and community institutions. Some of the City's Muslim … [Read more...] about The NYPD And Muslims In New York
ICNY Statement on August 24th, 2011 AP Report about NYPD
While recognizing the balance between civil liberties and security is never easy an easy one to strike, The Interfaith Center of New York is deeply concerned to learn of reports of illegal collaboration between the NYPD and the CIA. As citizens of this city, we need to know if … [Read more...] about ICNY Statement on August 24th, 2011 AP Report about NYPD
Japanese Floating Lantern Ceremony on September 11th
In its tenth year, a traditional Japanese floating lanterns ceremony commemorating the victims of the World Trade Center tragedy will take place on Sunday, September 11 at Pier 40 (south side) from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Reverend Alfonso Wyatt, Vice President of The Fund for City … [Read more...] about Japanese Floating Lantern Ceremony on September 11th
