Tara Alexander

2 weeks ago | ny1.com | Tara Alexander

NY1’s “Finding Home” segment profiles animals up for adoption within the five boroughs. It’s done in partnership with the Animal Care Centers of NYC and ASPCA. This week, the ACC are showing off Zena, a 3-year-old dog, with a very sweet nature.  She is super friendly, loves being around people, and won’t pass up a chance for a belly rub. Also, up for adoption at the ACC is Penne, a 6-year-old cat that cannot resist a good pet. She is the ultimate lap cat with her gentle nature and love of snuggles.

3 weeks ago | ny1.com | Tara Alexander

An LGBTQ historical site on Staten Island is celebrating more than pride this month. The Alice Austen House is being gifted a valuable collection of thousands of photographs — taken by Austen in the 1800s. Her work captured some of the earliest snapshots of women embracing and dressed in drag. She was in a committed relationship with partner Gertrude Tate for more than 50 years. Up until now, this collection of photographs has been under the watchful eye of Historic Richmond Town.

3 weeks ago | ny1.com | Rocco Vertuccio |Tara Alexander

Dahna Tapia’s love of soccer has propelled her into a leadership role. “When I was younger, I used to play soccer. It was just very like casual. I’d go with my dad to the park just to kick a ball,” Tapia said. She is captain of the Girls Varsity team at The Young Women’s Leadership School of Astoria in Queens. Dahna says soccer was the very first High School team she tried out for.

3 weeks ago | ny1.com | Tara Alexander

NY1's "Finding Home" pet adoption feature is a partnership with the ASPCA that works to find homes for some of the animals that are up for adoption. This week, we'd like to introduce you to Lunette. The 4-year-old is full of energy, affection and love. She's a great family dog who loves a good game of fetch, or snuggling on the couch. If you'd like to learn more about Lunette or any of the other animals up for adoption at the ASPCA, check out their website.

1 month ago | ny1.com | Tara Alexander

NY1 has partnered with Animal Care Centers of NYC this week for our “Finding Home” series. The series features animals that are up for adoption within the five boroughs. This week, 4-year-old Diamond Dust is looking for a home. She's described as a playful, silly, sweet and snuggly pup — and she's great on a leash, demonstrating great manners and patience. If you're looking to adopt a cat, you might consider Snickers. She is a gentle, affectionate senior cat with a big heart.