The Mayors Op-Ed: What We Need From Albany

By Mayor Eric Adams New York City is all about what is possible. It’s a place where you can start a business, raise a family, and make a difference. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Constant Contact Use. Please leave this field blank.By submitting this form, you are consenting to receive marketing emails…

Seitu’s World: Community Media Day Of Action In Albany, New York

By HWM and photographs by Seitu Oronde On Monday, February 12th, 2024, Harlem photojournalist Seitu Oronde captured the Community Media Day of Action in Albany, NY. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Constant Contact Use. Please leave this field blank.By submitting this form, you are consenting to receive marketing emails from: . You can revoke your consent…

Manhattan BP Levine Announces Ambitious 2024 Albany Housing Agenda To Address NYC’s Affordability Crisis

 Today, the Manhattan Borough President today unveiled a  blueprint aimed at tackling New York City’s unprecedented housing shortage. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Constant Contact Use. Please leave this field blank.By submitting this form, you are consenting to receive marketing emails from: . You can revoke your consent to receive emails at…

Immigrant Advocates Push Access To Representation Act in Albany

Today, elected officials joined the CARE for Immigrant Families coalition at the Million Dollar Staircase to demand the passage of the Access to Representation Act (ARA). Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Constant Contact Use. Please leave this field blank.By submitting this form, you are consenting to receive marketing emails from: . You can revoke your consent to…

The Trailblazing Duke Ellington Band Jazz Man Musician Albany Leon “Barney” Bigard, 1906 – 1980

Albany Leon “Barney” Bigard, March 3, 1906 – June 27, 1980, was a Harlem jazz clarinetist known for his 15-year tenure with Duke Ellington. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Constant Contact Use. Please leave this field blank.By submitting this form, you are consenting to receive marketing emails from: . You can revoke your consent to receive emails at…

With New District Maps, NYIC Action Endorses Newcomers To Albany In Bid For Building Immigrant Power

With new district maps upending many primary races across New York State, the New York Immigration Coalition’s sister 501 (c)4 organization, NYIC Action, announced its fourth round of endorsements, including candidates for New York State Assembly and Lieutenant Governor. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Constant Contact Use. Please leave this field blank.By submitting…

Mayor Adams, Administration Officials Celebrate Passage Of NYCHA Public Housing Trust In Albany

New York City Mayor Eric Adams today celebrated the state Legislature’s passage of the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) Public Housing Preservation Trust legislation, A7805D/S9409A. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Constant Contact Use. Please leave this field blank.By submitting this form, you are consenting to receive marketing emails from: . You can…