New York Amsterdam News
Apollo Theater breaks ground on much-needed renovations, closing doors for a year
In a half-full theater of donors and reporters, Apollo staff and board members announced a temporary curtain call for the historic venue on June 30 before a full-scale renovation begins.
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July 03, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Bronx Chef Eric Adjepong's Elmina makes D.C. feel like Accra — no passport needed
\"Top Chef\" alum Eric Adjepong is serving up soul and serious storytelling at Elmina, his first-ever restaurant. Think jollof rice with duck and Halal-friendly bites that bring everyone to the table.
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July 03, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Weeksville Heritage Center Food Fest in Brooklyn
The Weeksville Heritage Center in Brownsville, Brooklyn celebrated its 4th annual food festival this year on June teenth. The event highlights Black-owned businesses while honoring the traditions of Juneteenth that are rooted in food.
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July 03, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
New York comes out for Pride!
New Yorkers from all walks of life and all ages lined 5th Avenue on the last Sunday in June to celebrate Pride.
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July 03, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Mamdani: Where will party loyalties lie?
This week's election board results reaffirmed Assemblymember Zohran K. Mamdani’s win in the June primary for the mayor's race. Some in the Democratic party are hyped about getting behind the young Muslim socialist, while others are hesitant or outright hostile toward him.
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July 03, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
How to stay safe during NYC summer heat waves
Dr. Michelle Morse, MD, MPH, is the acting health commissioner and chief medical officer of the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. She spoke with the Amsterdam News about staying safe during NYC summer heat waves and how to identify dangerous signs of heat exhaustion. This conversation has been edited and condensed for clarity.
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July 03, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Bruce Lincoln and Uptown Lacrosse expose Harlem youth to the sport
The New York Tri-State area is a hotbed for the sport of lacrosse.
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July 03, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Denver Onyx wins Women's Elite Rugby's Legacy Cup
This past Sunday marked the conclusion of the 2025 Women's Elite Rugby (WER) season as the Denver Onyx claimed the league's Legacy Cup 53-13 over the New York Exiles before an enthusiastic crowd at the TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn.
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July 03, 2025
Scoop USA Newspaper
Philadelphia City Council and healthcare leaders URGE Senate to KILL One Big Beautiful Bill
Many Congressional seats will be up for grabs in the 2026 elections, and voters in Pennsylvania and throughout the country will have the power to hold lawmakers accountable for any decisions they make that are not in the best interest of the American taxpayer.
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Scoop USA Newspaper
Did you miss a holiday, Mr. President?
Juneteenth came and went Thursday, but curiously, something seemed to be missing from the annual celebration: a cordial salute from the president of the United States.
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ScoopUSA Media, Volume 65 - Number 28
Scoop USA Newspaper
South Jersey Information Equity Project honors 2025 Journalism Fellows and celebrates 5th Anniversary
The South Jersey Information Equity Project (SJIEP), a pioneering initiative focused on media equity and dedicated to uplifting Black communities through inclusive coverage and storytelling, celebrated its fifth anniversary with the introduction of a new executive director and a discussion featuring journalist Trymaine Lee.
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ScoopUSA Media, Volume 65 - Number 27
Scoop USA Newspaper
When the president's peacemaking efforts invite more chaos
While the nation braced to see what would happen next in Los Angeles, on Thursday, a surprising message appeared on President Trump’s Truth Social account.
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Scoop USA Newspaper
Charles Walter Dryden
Charles Walter Dryden was a U.S. Army Air Force officer and one of the original combat fighter pilots with the 332nd Fighter Group's 99th Fighter Squadron, a component of the Tuskegee Airmen.
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Scoop USA Newspaper
Black History Corner
GEMINI May 21 - JUNE 21
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Scoop USA Newspaper
City Kicks off the Start of Summer Meals Programming at Vare Recreation Center
The City of Philadelphia’s Office of Children and Families, Parks & Recreation, and American Dairy Association North East kicked off their annual Summer Meals program for children and teens at the Vare Recreation Center in South Philadelphia.
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Scoop USA Newspaper
Dr. Vernie Merze Tate
Vernie Merze Tate was born to Charles & Myrtle K. (Lett) Tate on February 6, 1905, in Blanchard, Michigan.
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ScoopDigital, Vol. 6, No. 20
Scoop USA Newspaper
Open for Business, Contracting Opportunities in the City of Chester
Contractors and Individuals, both for-profit and non-profit business owners, gathered by invitation from the City of Chester at Latham Hall on the campus of Widener University on Friday, June 13, 2025, for a one-of-a-kind event, to learn about opportunities to do business in the City of Chester, State of Pennsylvania, and with Anchor Institutions.
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ScoopUSA Media, Volume 65 - Number 28
Scoop USA Newspaper
Lisa Westfield named First Black President of Rowan Alumni Board
In a milestone moment for Rowan University, Lisa Westfield has been elected as the first Black president of the Alumni Board of Directors, an achievement that sends a powerful message of inclusivity, representation, and inspiration throughout the university community.
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Scoop USA Newspaper
Richard Robert Wright, Sr.
Richard Robert Wright Sr., college founder and banker, was born into slavery on May 16, 1855, near Dalton, Georgia.
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ScoopUSA Media, Volume 65 - Number 28
Scoop USA Newspaper
Memorial Park Pool Opens for Summer
It was a perfect summer day for the opening of Chester's only public swimming pool, located in Memorial Park, amid the football field and just across from Crozer Library.
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Scoop USA Newspaper
The Big ugly bill would deny ordinary Americans the right to seek justice through the courts
To Be Equal
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Scoop USA Newspaper
On Earth, as it is in Heaven
Lord, Help Us By Your Grace To Feed One Another Like You Feed Us. Amen.
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ScoopUSA Media, Volume 65 - Number 28
Scoop USA Newspaper
Who Cares About “Cold Cases"
Who cares about “Cold cases?” The people of the loved ones who have been murdered are the folk who are about cold cases getting solved. It’s about closure so the family can try and move forward.
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Scoop USA Newspaper
Juneteenth should be an impetus to heal from legacies of enslavement, says The Global Circle for Reparations and Healing
In anticipation of this year's observance of Juneteenth, the Global Circle for Reparations and Healing released a Declaration urging all Global Africans (Africans on the Continent and across the Diaspora) to focus intently on healing.
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ScoopUSA Media, Volume 65 - Number 27
Scoop USA Newspaper
Victory In Christ Church expands outreach to meet local and global needs
Victory In Christ Christian Center, located in Westville, is doing more than preaching the Word--they’re putting it into action.
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Scoop USA Newspaper
Something positive is happening at 4326 North American Street
I was not familiar with the area around 4326 North American Street until about eight weeks ago.
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ScoopUSA Media, Volume 65 - Number 27
Scoop USA Newspaper
Heat safety tips for families affected by dementia
With a widespread heat wave bringing dangerously high temperatures and triple-digit heat indexes for millions of people, the Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA) is providing important tips to help families affected by Alzheimer's disease and other dementia-related illnesses keep their loved ones safe.
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ScoopDigital, Vol. 6, No. 20
New York Amsterdam News
Saudi Arabia's riches make the Canelo-Crawford fight a must do event
Mexican boxing superstar and undisputed super middleweight (168 pounds) champion, Canelo Alvarez, who has also held a light heavyweight title, did not want to face Terence Crawford, a former undisputed champion in two different weight classes.
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June 26, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Local basketball star Olivia Miles makes her return to USA Basketball
It has been six years since Olivia Miles played for the U.S. in international competition. As a member of USA Basketball’s AmeriCup Team, she will again represent her country in Chile, a familiar spot for her. In 2019, New Jersey-born Miles competed in Chile as a member of the USA Basketball ‘Women’s U16 National Team.
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June 26, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Dominican, Haitian Americans to convene for Decolonizing ‘Hispaniola' Conference
A Brooklyn-based group of Dominican and Haitian Americans wants to change the traditional narrative of hostility between their two communities.
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