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NYC Service Releases New Report On Volunteerism And Civic Engagement (Update)

NYC Service today announced the release of NYCivic Engagement: Neighborhood Volunteer Study & Plan, a report which found NYC residents engaging in volunteerism at a rate (48%) that is more than three times higher than has been traditionally reported.Continue reading

$4.7 Mil Brownstone Townhouse Open House In Harlem

Check out this open house, this Sunday August 6, 2017, from 11 AM to 2 PM, at 224 West 137th Street for a two family triplex over a duplex brownstone townhouse . Continue reading

Storms Wallop Washington Heights

A line of strong storms bringing gusty winds, hail and torrential downpours pummeled the tri-state area Wednesday, causing hours-long airport delays and prompting flash flood warnings in Northern Manhattan. Continue reading

Harlem #1 In Manhattan In Soda Consumption

Patch reports that Harlemites consume more sugary drinks than residents of any neighborhood in Manhattan, according to a new study from the city's Health Department, and city officials are blaming beverage companies that use "racial profiling" in their advertising campaigns.Continue reading

Dutch New York Histories: Connecting African, Native American, And Slavery Heritage In Harlem

Dutch rule in New Amsterdam and New Netherland (1609-1664) was short in comparison to other colonial empires, but it has had a lasting cultural impact seen in present-day street names, cities monuments, and more.Continue reading

The Best Dive Bar In Harlem

NY Eater asks what makes for a true dive bar? They weren't going to get into the criteria here. Instead, NY Eater offered a broad list of some of their favorite dives from Harlem to Hollis, Queens and what makes them special. Continue reading

Harlem’s Marcus Samuelsson Brings ‘Marcus B&P’ To Newark

Late last year, celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson announced that he would be opening a new restaurant in Newark, and some new details have emerged as to what exactly might be in the works with the project.Continue reading

Hey, Why Wait? Schedule Your Child’s Physical Today In Harlem

A healthy new school year starts with NYC Health + Hospitals. NYC Health + Hospitals is here to help your children feel their best:Continue reading

MBP Gale Brewer’s 2017 Manhattan Cultural Tourism Grant Winners And More

Manhattan Borough President Gale A. Brewer and the NYC & Company Foundation have announced this year’s Manhattan recipients of Borough Cultural Tourism Development Grants.Continue reading

Meryl Streep Didn’t Need Papers With Tequila Shots In Harlem

During an reported break from filming The Papers, in which she plays Washington Post publisher Katharine “Kay” Graham, Hollywood queen bee Meryl Streep dined out in Harlem at Row House with the movie’s crew. Continue reading

Con Ed Workers Injured After Harlem Manhole Explodes

Two Manhattan Con Edison workers faced a nightmare on the job Saturday when a manhole they were working on suddenly exploded, officials said.Continue reading

Harlem’s Grace Nail Johnson, Activist, Arts Patron And Wife Of Writer James Weldon Johnson

Grace Nail Johnson, February 27, 1885 – November 1, 1976, was a civil rights activist and patron of the arts, and wife of writer James Weldon Johnson.Continue reading

Another Milestone For The African Burial Ground Project In Harlem

City Limits reports that the Economic Development Corporation (EDC)’s proposal to rezone the 126th Street Bus Depot to facilitate the development of an African Burial Ground memorial and a mixed-use development with housing was approved unanimously by the City Planning Commission on Wednesday.Continue reading

Mayor Bill de Blasio Announced First-Ever 3-K For All From Harlem To Hollis

Mayor Bill de Blasio, Schools Chancellor Carmen Fariña, Deputy Mayor Richard Buery, and ACS Commissioner David Hansell today announced the first-ever offers for 3-K for All.Continue reading

Heat-Related Health Risks Greatest In Harlem, DOH finds

NY1 reports that the city has pinpointed neighborhoods where its toughest to live during hot weather.Continue reading