How a Mural Captured a Community: “The Spirit of East Harlem” Remembered
Completed in 1978, “The Spirit of East Harlem” depicts actual residents and has become an important cultural symbol for the neighborhood.
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Interactive: The Spirit of East Harlem, Then and Now
Take a look at the real photos Hank Prussing used to paint “The Spirit of East Harlem” mural in 1974.
‘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.
UPDATE: Another Bump in the Road for East Harlem Bicycle Lanes
Community Board 11 rescinded its vote in support of protected bicycle paths on First and Second avenues in East Harlem.
Harlem Youth Court Takes On Juvenile Justice
The Harlem Youth Court, an alternative court for young offenders, is beginning its tenth year.
Washington Heights Restaurant Owner Fights for Liquor License
Altagracia Marrero, owner of La Caridad Restaurant 2, struggles to save her business after losing her liquor license.
Seeking ‘Justice for John Collado,’ Family Marches On
Inwood resident John Collado, 43, died after being shot by a plainclothes police officer outside his apartment building.
The Goddess Lakshmi Plays an Offbeat Tune for Harlem
Every Sunday, the four musicians of the Goddess Lakshmi meet for dinner, rehearse and then hit the stage.
Washington Heights Robbery Suspects Still at Large
Police are still trying to identify and locate three men involved in a home invasion.
October 21, 2011 | Posted in Community | Read More »
East Harlem Divided on Plan for New Bike Paths
The Department of Transportation plans to extend protected bicycle paths on First and Second Avenues, raising local concerns about safety and parking.
October 12, 2011 | Posted in Community | Read More »
