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Cardinal Dolan urges aid for abuse victims 'no matter who their abuser was'
Cardinal Timothy Dolan of New York wrote in a recent an op-ed that while he fully supports victims of sexual... Read more
In New York, public school officials to evaluate private schools
Leaders of New York state’s more than 500 Catholic schools are planning to boycott a new state review system, whereby... Read more
New York friar’s new album says life is a pilgrimage made 'poco a poco'
Musical inspiration can come from unexpected places - like a Franciscan friar’s struggle to learn Spanish. Read more
Brooklyn diocese reaches $27.5m settlement over abuse by lay volunteer
The Diocese of Brooklyn and an after-school program reached a $27.5 million settlement Tuesday with four men who were sexually... Read more
New York, New Jersey investigating Church response to abuse claims
Authorities in New York and New Jersey have announced investigations into local Catholic dioceses and Church entities, to determine how... Read more
NY bill no help for victims of sex abuse at public institutions - legal analyst
Backers of a New York bill to open a lawsuit window for civil action from victims of past sexual abuse... Read more
New York assisted suicide bill draws fire from disability rights group
Disability rights activists are speaking out in opposition to a proposal in New York that would legalize physician assisted suicide. Read more
What New York’s non-discrimination order could mean for religious liberty
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) has signed an executive order that bans the state from doing business with companies... Read more
Cardinal Dolan calls New Yorkers to unite 'in faith and love’ after attack
Cardinal Timothy Dolan, Archbishop of New York, has called New Yorkers to unity, prayer, and mutual respect after at least... Read more
In New York, Catholic convert takes a step toward sainthood
The Catholic convert who founded the Society of the Atonement, Father Paul Wattson, S.A., could be one step closer to... Read more
NY archdiocese defends right to make hiring decisions
The Archdiocese of New York argued before a federal circuit court this week that it should have the freedom to... Read more
New York police officer remembered for his example of mercy
Thousands gathered at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City on Friday to commemorate and mourn the loss of Officer... Read more
New Rockville Centre bishop was baptized by Fulton Sheen
On Friday the Vatican announced that Bishop John O. Barres of Allentown – who was baptized by the famed and... Read more
NY archdiocese offers compensation to sex abuse victims
Cardinal Timothy Dolan announced Thursday that the New York archdiocese is establishing an independent compensation program for victims of sexual... Read more
Don't give up hope, Cardinal Dolan encourages after NYPD shooting
Despite the violence, darkness and confusion of the world, we can find hope and peace in the promise of Christ,... Read more
Pain and growth as Archdiocese of New York reorganizes
The parishioners at Holy Innocents were relieved to hear that their parish will remain open following concerns that it might... Read more
Catholic League withdraws from St. Patrick's Day Parade
Controversy over the New York City St. Patrick’s Day Parade continues as the Catholic League has withdrawn its delegation, charging... Read more
Concerns, confusion swirl over LGBT group in St. Patrick's parade
A spokesman for the New York City St. Patrick’s Day Parade said the inclusion of an LGBT activist group in... Read more
New York Catholics angered over financial hit to students
Local Catholics are lamenting New York state legislators' move to deny a tax credit that would boost funding to create... Read more
New York welcomes new bishops for Albany, Rockville dioceses
The Vatican announced earlier this morning that Msgr. Edward B. Scharfenberger will take the helm as the new Bishop of... Read more
