Archive for: November, 2010

The Numbers Game: Does the NYPD Manipulate Crime Statistics?

The Numbers Game: Does the NYPD Manipulate Crime Statistics?

The New York Police Department has been accused of downgrading felony crimes, including sexual assaults, in an attempt to keep crime statistics low.

Team Taino: “Every Kid Here Has A Need”

Team Taino: “Every Kid Here Has A Need”

For Taino Towers’ kids, a new basketball team may be an alternative to the streets.

Star Chef Taking His Talents to Harlem

Star Chef Taking His Talents to Harlem

Celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson ventures into Harlem to open his latest eatery.

Unemployment Remains High Uptown

Unemployment Remains High Uptown

The unemployment rate uptown is about 13.6 percent, compared with 9.2 percent in the city and 9.7 percent nationwide.

Hispanic Society Appeals for Renovation Money

Hispanic Society Appeals for Renovation Money

The Hispanic Society of America, which houses the world’s largest collection of Hispanic art, plans massive renovations.

Black Friday Shoppers Flock to Target at East River Plaza

Black Friday Shoppers Flock to Target at East River Plaza

About 2,000 shoppers line up for the 4 a.m. store opening and dozens walk out with new flat screen TVs.

Library Budget Cuts Take Hold Uptown

Library Budget Cuts Take Hold Uptown

Budget cuts have affected the New York Public Library but uptown branches, including Harlem’s Schomburg Center, are looking for ways to bridge the gaps.

Sexual Assault Suspect Was Free on Compassionate Grounds

Sexual Assault Suspect Was Free on Compassionate Grounds

The man accused in a rape case earlier this month had his sentence for another crime postponed just two days before the assault.

Schools Provide Crisis Support Services to Students

Schools Provide Crisis Support Services to Students

Tthe Uptowner investigates the crisis teams that provide counseling and support to schools after a tragedy.

Live Streaming Transforms Harlem Hip-Hop

Live Streaming Transforms Harlem Hip-Hop

A new Uncle Ralph show uses Livestream to put hip-hop legends and newcomers on the air.

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