Uptown Thrift Stores See Boost in Sales This Season
More shoppers chose thrift stores to make holiday purchases this year…
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Economy
Hot Bread Kitchen To Help Launch Food Entrepreneurs
Moving to East Harlem from Queens, the nonprofit organization will help launch small food businesses.
December 20, 2010 | Posted in Economy | Read More »
Rennie Rots as Recession Hits Abyssinian
After demolition by the Abyssinian Development Corp., the future of the Renaissance complex remains unclear.
Campaign Encourages Guns for Bodegas
An alliance of bodegas supports licensed guns for self-protection.
Harley the Buckleman belts in Harlemites
Earl Harley, “Harley the Buckleman,” makes and repairs buckles for Harlemites, hip-hop celebrities and the President. Hear the Buckleman talk about his trade, inspiration and Obama.
Star Chef Taking His Talents to Harlem
Celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson ventures into Harlem to open his latest eatery.
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.
November 30, 2010 | Posted in Economy | Read More »
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.
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.
