Here’s how Newark is fighting back as dementia ravages the Black community
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Exercise programs like this one at St. James A.M.E. Church are helping older Black adults in the Newark area live healthier lives and reduce the risk of dementia. Such programs are currently being offered remotely due to COVID safety precautions.
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The Rev. Vivian Cook knows what it takes to keep Alzheimer’s at bay. And she’s using that knowledge to help protect her community, too.
“I’m getting exercise, and eating right, and staying mentally active,” she says. “I’m really into it, and I try to help other women with it, because once they have the knowledge of what they can do, they really benefit.”
At least five women have come forward alleging inappropriate conduct by the governor. Author: WGRZ Staff, Associated Press Published: 4:03 PM EST March 8, 2021 Updated: 11:20 PM EST March 8, 2021
ALBANY, N.Y. Twenty Democratic female state legislators, including two from Western New York are calling on NYS Attorney General Letitia James to conduct a thorough investigation of sexual harassment allegations against Governor Andrew Cuomo.
At least five women have come forward alleging inappropriate conduct by the governor. Cuomo has denied the claims and has refused to resign, despite many in Albany requesting him to do so.
A statement issued to the media by the lawmakers states they support the Attorney General s investigation and request that she be allowed to complete the investigation.