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Bronx News: Who’s Banking on Big Bucks from Casinos? New York’s Transit System

  The MTA is projecting billions in revenue from proposed NYC-based gaming halls, which are poised to win up to three licenses later this year. This article originally appeared in The City. By Jose Martinez and Lauren Hartley Bronx Voice October 23, 2025 BRONX NEWS - New York’s mass-transit system is banking on billions of dollars from the state’s bet to bring full-scale casinos to the city. With three gaming-palace proposals still on the table — two in Queens and one in The Bronx — the MTA is counting on close to $2 billion through 2029 just from casino-licensing fees earmarked for the transportation authority’s annual operating budget. Billions more could come from tax revenue, depending on how licenses are awarded.  “More service, better service, no layoffs,” Janno Lieber , MTA chairperson and chief executive, said Oct. 10 in response to a question from THE CITY about the potential impact of casinos on the transit system. “That’s what we accomplished thank...
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Help for Mommies to Be



BRONX - Local families enjoyed an afternoon of education and celebration for people who are pregnant or trying to get pregnant. 





They heard from a panel of maternal and infant health experts from Montefiore Einstein who shared information and resources on topics including breastfeeding, birthing and NICU services. 







The experts also discussed how social issues, such as housing and food insecurity, impact health outcomes and shared details on how to find support.

 



The event, held in partnership with Empire BlueCross BlueShield, also included nutritious food from local vendors, mocktails and a maternity photoshoot.




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Location: Jack D. Weiler Hospital of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, 1825 Eastchester Rd, The Bronx, NY 10461, USA

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