Inwood, Washington Heights Residents Balk at Flu Shots
Despite 2,000 annual flu-related deaths in New York City, Inwood and Washington Heights residents are reluctant to get immunized.
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November, 2011
‘Clean Heat’ in Washington Heights Means Better Air, Perhaps Bigger Bills
No. 6 oil, a heavy fuel used to heat many Washington Heights and Inwood buildings, will be prohibited in 2015.
Harlem4Obama Returns with Same Goal, Different Strategy
Harlem4Obama campaign relaunches with plans to double voter registration.
Sexually Transmitted Diseases on the Rise Uptown
The city health department’s most recent quarterly report shows increases in chlamydia and gonorrhea cases in uptown neighborhoods.
An East Harlem Thanksgiving: ‘It Tastes Like Home’
For the past four years, Holy Rosary Church in East Harlem has served free dinners on the day before Thanksgiving. This year, three chefs from Creole Restaurant prepared the meal, restaurant manager Kevin Walters organized the event and local Latin musicians played salsa.
November 24, 2011 | Posted in Multimedia | Read More »
Carrots vs. Carrot Cake: Fit for Life Program Comes to Harlem
The Fit for Life Obesity Program educates parents and children about nutrition labels, reduced-fat foods and ways to exercise.
Newcomers Fuel East Harlem Real Estate Surge
East Harlem’s real estate demand has more than doubled since last year.
‘We Want to Join the Party’: New Center to Promote African and Latino Culture
A new center will spotlight the growing African and Latino cultural influence in Central Harlem.
November 22, 2011 | Posted in Arts & Culture | Read More »
Health Reforms Provide Some Respite for Older Gay and Lesbian Population
The unfolding Affordable Care Act is bringing changes in treatment and costs for LGBT seniors.
November 22, 2011 | Posted in Health | Read More »
Shock, Anguish Uptown as Neighborhood Reacts to Terrorism Arrest
Family, friends and neighbors express disbelief about the weekend arrest of Jose Pimentel, charged with terrorism.
