Dean Meminger

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Construction executive talks safety week, impact of tariffs

1 week ago | ny1.com | Dean Meminger

Construction Safety Week is underway. The annual initiative to raise awareness about safe practices on the job. The week typically involves training sessions, webinars, and an open dialogue between construction workers and supervisors. David Margolius, executive vice president for the New York Metro Region of Shawmut Design and Construction, joined “The Rush Hour” on Monday to discuss what safety improvements have been made across the industry, and the impact of the tariffs.
A look back at Pope Francis' 2015 visit to New York City

3 weeks ago | ny1.com | Dean Meminger

On a sunny September evening, Pope Francis arrived at John F. Kennedy International Airport in Queens greeted by a high school band and leaders of the Diocese of Brooklyn and Archdiocese of New York. That was Sept. 24, 2015. He then made his way to St. Patrick's Cathedral in Midtown Manhattan for an evening prayer. What You Need To KnowOn Sept.
One-on-one with legendary comedian George Wallace

1 month ago | spectrumnews1.com | Dean Meminger

Legendary comedian George Wallace is known for making people laugh, and it’s what he aims to do in his new Prime Video series, "Clean Slate." But he also addresses serious issues within the LGBTQ community with his co-star, actress Laverne Cox. Her character left their Alabama home as a young man and returns from New York as a woman. "It's a new life, ‘Clean Slate,’ it's all about starting over," said Wallace.
R&B artist Eric Roberson takes The Apollo stage

Oct 11, 2024 | spectrumnews1.com | Dean Meminger

R&B and soul music artist Eric Roberson, who has performed in New York City for many years, will be marking a major musical milestone this weekend. Roberson will be performing at The Apollo stage in Harlem on Saturday at 7 p.m. He says he has performed there many times, including as a member of a children’s choir and professionally for the first time back in the 1990s. He had the chance to be the opening act for singer El DeBarge.
Bronx street co-named for Lloyd's Carrot Cake founders

Sep 23, 2024 | ny1.com | Dean Meminger

A stretch along Broadway in the Bronx now memorializes the founders of Lloyd's Carrot Cake. It was co-named Betty and Lloyd Adams Way at a ceremony Sunday. Many customers claim Lloyd's Carrot Cake is the best they have ever tasted. Lloyd Adams opened the location in the Riverdale neighborhood across from Van Cortlandt Park with the help of his wife Betty back in 1986.
Kenneth 'Babyface' Edmonds reflects on 45 years of iconic hits

Jul 2, 2024 | spectrumnews1.com | Dean Meminger

Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds, known for his smooth sound beloved by fans, has been serenading audiences for over 45 years. His hits, including "When Can I See You Again" and "Whip Appeal," have endured over time. Though, of all his songs, there isn’t one he considers a favorite. "It's a group, it is the collection that is more important because all the artists that I worked with throughout the years, it is hard to put anyone on top of anyone.
PJ Morton breaks down his career

Jun 28, 2024 | spectrumnews1.com | Dean Meminger

PJ Morton is a triple threat in music. He’s a successful singer, songwriter and pianist. What You Need To KnowPJ Morton is a triple threat in musicOne of the greatest musical idols he decided to emulate was Stevie WonderThe Grammy Award-winning artist hopes to encourage others to dream bigOne of the greatest musical idols he decided to emulate was Stevie Wonder. “So, Stevie was really a blueprint for me, for someone who played keys and wanted to write songs and sing,” Morton said.
Smokey Robinson has no plans on slowing down

Jun 24, 2024 | spectrumnews1.com | Dean Meminger

Smokey Robinson has an unmistakable voice. The award-winning singer-songwriter has been performing hits for more the six decades. "This is my wildest, impossible childhood dream," said Robinson, who will be performing at the Apollo Theater on Saturday, June 29. "As a kid, I wanted to do this for my life, you know I mean? But where I was growing up, I grew up in the hood in Detroit, man, so I didn’t think it was going to be possible. "Most people simply call the 84-year-old Smokey.
'The Bowery Boys' podcast series explores Dutch influence in NYC

Jun 21, 2024 | ny1.com | Dean Meminger

Much of New York City’s history comes from the Dutch who settled in the city hundreds of years ago. The names Staten Island, Greenwich Village, Harlem and the Bronx all come from the Dutch. Greg Young, co-host of the New York City history podcast “The Bowery Boys,” joins “The Rush Hour” on Friday to talk about the connections the city has to the Netherlands and Amsterdam.
Apollo Walk of Fame inducts Kenneth ‘Babyface’ Edmonds

Jun 10, 2024 | spectrumnews1.com | Dean Meminger

Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds, a 13-time Grammy-Award winner, was inducted into the Apollo Walk of Fame in Harlem on Monday. It was a star-studded event outside the theater with Clive Davis, Mary J. Blige and Fat Joe in attendance. They sang his praises as a recording artist, songwriter and producer. In receiving the honor, Babyface thanked his music partners, fans and God. “I never imagined that I would get this,” he said. “I never saw myself actually being here at the Apollo.