History Of The Ball Drop in Times Square

A Scene from a New Year's Eve long past…

Ever wondered how our very publicized way of spending New Year’s came to be? Well, The Times Square Alliance has posted up a brief history on their website, which you should check out. However, I have re-posted this information for your viewing pleasure:

“New York in 1904 …

Top 10 Reasons NYC New Year’s Sucks

You’d think that living in the biggest and most active city in the world would mean we all party our heads off on New Years, but no. Most New Yorkers don’t really do anything for New Years at all, and if they do, it always turns out to be a disappointment. Of course, there are …

Fatal Shooting In Times Square

Times Square today, after a shooting between a cop and a street vendor turned deadly

Thursday morning, a police sergeant (wearing plain clothes) had a showdown with a street vendor on 42nd street, ending with the death of the vendor.

The incident, taking place on New York’s most famous and crowded street, caused quite a commotion …

City Offers Free Swine Flu Shot To All, Until Saturday

Swine Flu Vaccine Loses Popularity in New York

Since the hype about swine flu has died down recently, the city has been getting less and less demands for the swine flu vaccine, and is going to stop giving out free shots this Saturday. However, until then, they are inviting everyone – regardless of age or …

Times Square Mega Millions Drawing

Referred as the largest Lotto cash payout in history, last night’s 390 million dollar lottery drawing was watched across the country as Yolanda Vega called out the winning numbers, 6-22-29-39-42 with a Mega Ball of 20 in Times Square. According to the Mega Millions website, there are two winners, who will split the 390 …