Blind Teacher Helps East Harlem’s P.S. 102 Outrun Competition
Led by gym teacher Steven Sloan, students at P.S. 102 ran 50,000 miles last year, bucking East Harlem health trends.
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November, 2010
Old Brewery Boosts Harlem Artists
Chashama’s Morningside location allows Harlem artists to create and showcase their work.
Police Arrest Four in Laundry Robberies
The men are alleged to be behind a string of nineteen thefts that included three uptown businesses.
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Reviving the High Bridge: City’s Oldest Bridge to Reopen
The High Bridge, which has been closed for decades, is expected to welcome pedestrians by October 2013.
UPDATE: Rangel Censured by Overwhelming Vote
UPDATE: The House voted 333 to 79 on Thursday to censure Rep. Charles Rangel, the veteran Harlem Democrat, after he was found guilty of 11 ethics violations last month. “First, let me apologize to this august body for putting you in this very awkward position today,” said Rangel before the vote. However, he continued to [...]
‘A Big Day for Harlem’: First Lady Preaches Healthy Living
Michelle Obama visited Harlem Thursday to encourage children to turn off their video games and play.
Church Stakes Out Future with New Food Pantry
Responding to increased hunger in Harlem and Washington Heights, North Presbyterian is trying to feed the neighborhood, even as it struggles to keep its own footing.
Retailers on Frederick Douglass Capitalize on Condo Boom
With condo construction booming in Harlem, business owners take advantage of new retail spaces along Frederick Douglass Boulevard.
Small Businesses Worry About Manhattanville Campus
As President Lee C. Bollinger commits to another five years at the helm, Columbia University pushes forward with its Manhattanville Campus plans. Some businesses have relocated nearby, but for those left behind, like Gloria’s Unisex Salon, the future looks uncertain.
Former Workers at North General Sign Deal With Clinic
Union members and the Institute for Family Health sign a new contract, ending a five-month strike.
