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TRUMP'S DID NOT WANT TO RENT TO AFRICAN AMERICANS OR HISPANICS NOW THIS via You Tube -- The Trump's once forced 900 mostly Black families living in Coney Island out of their homes — here's how the family used taxpayer money to decimate a New York neighborhood. This is a must see story. Trump's used the code letter (C) on apartment applications to tell the agents the person was colored and not to rent to them.  Washington Post -- When a black woman asked to rent an apartment in a Brooklyn complex managed by Donald Trump’s real estate company, she said she was told that nothing was available. A short time later, a white woman who made the same request was invited to choose between two available apartments. The two would-be renters on that July 1972 day were actually undercover “testers” for a ­government-sanctioned investigation to determine whether Trump Management Inc. discriminated against minorities seeking housing at properties across Brooklyn a...

 Len Carlou With Donnie Wahlberg And Abigail Hawk Donnie Wahlberg With Paul Wahlberg And Mark Wahlberg Coney Island got a dose of star power last night when visitors got a “sneak peek” of New York’s first Wahlburgers, courtesy of owners and brothers Mark Wahlberg, Donnie Wahlberg and Paul Wahlberg. Rhea Durham And Mark Wahlberg The red carpet event was an unlikely sight for Coney Island, which is now rebuilding after damage caused to the area by Hurricane Sandy. For Donnie, the cause is personal. “I lost my own home to Hurricane Sandy in New Jersey,” he said. “I know how important it is to reinvest and to believe in an area that needs it. And, Coney Island needs it.” Mark Wahlberg, who was hand in hand throughout the evening with wife Rhea Durham, echoed his brother’s sentiment in saying, “I think Coney Island's really chose us. Plus, it’s such an iconic location.” The party reflected the brothers’ humble, Boston roots, which is also evident in Wahlbu...

The Wahlburgers Family BROOKLYN, N.Y. – As part of the revitalization of the Coney Island area, Wahlburgers, the popular fast casual burger restaurant chain, is coming to Coney Island in June and will be hosting an all-day job fair from 2 to 6 p.m. beginning Thursday, May 28 through Saturday, May 30. The fair will be held onsite at 3015 Stillwell Ave., where managers will meet with applicants who want to become a part of the newest outpost of the burger hotspot. “Following the devastation caused by Hurricane Sandy, we are thrilled to be at the forefront of the revitalization of Coney Island with the opening of Wahlburgers, in turn creating job opportunities for people in the area,” said partner, John Cestare of Big Apple Burgers. “Growing up in New York, visiting Coney Island was a family tradition, which is why I feel a personal connection to having our first New York location open in a place that is treasured by so many.” The Wahlburgers team will be inter...

**** NEW RESTAURANT ON THE BLOCK **** The Wahlberg Family BROOKLYN, N.Y. – Wahlburgers, the popular fast casual burger restaurant founded by brothers Mark, Donnie and Paul Wahlberg and subject of A&E Network’s Emmy-nominated reality show of the same name, will bring its gourmet burgers and specialty drinks to Coney Island with its grand opening at 3015 Stillwell Ave. early this summer. "For our first store in New York, Coney Island is perfect,” said Mark Wahlberg. “It's all about bringing together friends, family and sharing good times, just like our brand. We're looking forward to partnering with a great team in New York and creating amazing memories at Wahlburgers." Wahlburgers, which debuted in 2011 in the family’s native Hingham, Mass., is poised for expansion with 40 new restaurants either in development or under agreement. A Wahlberg family vacation favorite, Coney Island will welcome the first franchised store to open in ...

**** WILDLIFE GOSSIP **** New York Aquarium The staff at the hurricane-damaged New York Aquarium has restored generator power and life support systems to its exhibits. I am happy to report that the animals are all safe and away from harm. But rebuilding and re-opening the Aquarium remains a huge undertaking that will require many months. Please consider a donation to the Aquarium Restoration Fund , which will help us continue to serve the New York City community and our aquatic citizenry. The outpouring of support they have received from New Yorkers and people across the country has been truly inspiring for the Wildlife Conservation Society. It's humbling that in such a difficult time, with so many struggling to recover from Hurricane Sandy, so many have stepped forward. As the New York Times reports, Aquarium director Jon Forrest Dohlin waded through two feet of water to check on Mitik when the flooding began and found the baby walrus ...

**** New Reality TV Star & Owner Of Rasputin Restaurant & Cabaret Marina Levitis! **** Marina Levitis Set to star in the upcoming new reality show Russian Dolls—premiering Thursday, August 11, 2011 at 10.30PM (after Project Runway) on the Lifetime Network— Rasputin| Restaurant and Cabaret owner Marina Levitis knew she wanted to show the world more about her heritage! Emigrating from Rostov, Russia in 1988 with her parents and brother, Marina grew up with many Russian traditions. Wanting to embrace and share her Russian roots, Marina found it difficult to find a venue that blended her Russian flair with New York style! “I went to places that didn’t capture that Russian-American experience I craved,” explains Marina. “It was extremely frustrating!” Moving to New York’s Brighton Beach with her high school sweetheart-turned-husband, an opportunity came that could only be described as fate! Rasputin| Restaurant and Cabaret was being sold and the owners suggested that Marina purcha...

Bulldog With Fire Eater Angelica And Barry Williams Bulldog With Barry Williams And James Edstrom Well I had one on the best weekends. My favorite radio gig, The Rude Awakening Show out of Ocean City Maryland which stars Bulldog who is the ultimate radio host, visited us in Times Square this weekend. I expected him to want to hit every club and I expected to be very hungover for at least a week. I thought he would think I was crazy for suggesting we do something different and head over to world famous Coney Island, but he loved the idea and said "lets go". I thought this was great, since they are tearing down half of the famed amusement park, and I wanted to see it for one last time. Then Bulldog said he had his friend in town and could he come. I said, "sure". What a surprise when his friend turned out to be the world famous Barry Williams, AKA Greg Brady from the hit television show The Brady Bunch. Barry was in town with his son, Brandon who I must say is the m...