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Economy
La Marqueta Tries New Recipe for Success, Once Again
On a regular weekday, the stretch of Park Avenue between 111th and 116th Streets in East Harlem is all but deserted, with four passers-by at most. Blocks away from the newly opened Costco, two brightly painted buildings sit under the Metro-North railroad tracks. Only one is open, welcoming visitors with a sign spelling La Marqueta [...]
Wells Plan to Take Wings and Waffles Nationwide Hits Setbacks
Wells Chicken and Waffles, offering a historic Harlem specialty, faces roadblocks on its path to expansion.
December 11, 2009 | Posted in Economy | Read More »
Special Report: Unemployment Uptown
Manhattan joblessness doubled over the past year. Businesses have scaled back while residents try to re-invent themselves.
Whoopie Pies Around the Clock
Business is booming for a Harlem baker whose treats were featured in “Real Simple” magazine.
Uptowners Seek Basic Financial Education
As credit markets turn against them, uptowners look for free financial education seminars and counseling.
City to Freshen Uptown Food Choices
A new program aims to bring fresh food to neighborhoods where New Yorkers are more likely to be obese and to have diabetes and other diet-related health conditions.
Uptown Designers Rally Despite Spending Slump
Harlem Fashion Row presented a fashion show showcasing the collections of three aspiring uptown designers. However, the challenges designers face have gotten infinitely more daunting considering the economic recession.
Harlem Men Choose Pampering Over Penny Pinching at BBraxton
The recession isn’t dissuading customers at upscale male grooming salon, BBraxton.
November 3, 2009 | Posted in Economy | Read More »
Tonnie’s Minis Brings Cupcakes and Color to Harlem
Tonnie’s Minis, a West Village cupcake shop, is expanding in Harlem.
November 3, 2009 | Posted in Economy | Read More »
