Posts tagged as: Harlem

‘We Want to Join the Party’: New Center to Promote African and Latino Culture

‘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.

Health Reforms Provide Some Respite for Older Gay and Lesbian Population

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.

Shock, Anguish Uptown as Neighborhood Reacts to Terrorism Arrest

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.

A Second Home In School: Uptown Schools Confront the Rise of Homeless Students

A Second Home In School: Uptown Schools Confront the Rise of Homeless Students

The number of homeless students in New York City has quadrupled since 2008, data gathered by the city’s Department of Education indicates. In Harlem, too, “the incidence of student homelessness has significantly increased over the years,” says Emily Kramer of the New York State Technical and Education Assistance Center for Homeless Students (NYS-TEACHS).

Harlem Youth Court Takes On Juvenile Justice

Harlem Youth Court Takes On Juvenile Justice

The Harlem Youth Court, an alternative court for young offenders, is beginning its tenth year.

Energy-Saving Horticulturist Gardens Under Train Tracks

Energy-Saving Horticulturist Gardens Under Train Tracks

Dimitri Gatanas has transformed the concrete slab under the Metro North tracks in East Harlem into an urban garden.

Jobs Get Technical in New Harlem Training Program

Jobs Get Technical in New Harlem Training Program

Technology Services Corps, a free IT training program for disadvantaged young adults, opened a branch in East Harlem last month

Harlem’s Creatives Fund Projects Online, Almost

Harlem’s Creatives Fund Projects Online, Almost

For Harlem’s artistic entrepreneurs, the Internet represents the latest front for funding projects. Kind of.

Harlem Woman Charged with Manslaughter in Stabbing

Harlem Woman Charged with Manslaughter in Stabbing

A 28-year-old woman is accused of stabbing her boyfriend, who was dead on arrival at the hospital.

Harlem’s Job Seekers Get Working Wardrobes

Harlem’s Job Seekers Get Working Wardrobes

A Harlem charity provides low-income women with outfits suitable for job interviews.

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