Demolitions Loom, Repairs Come | Harlem Week In Review

Harlem, NY — Miss any headlines in Harlem this week? Patch's week in review has you covered for the neighborhood's top news.

These Harlem Subway Stops Could Have Platform Barriers, MTA Says

After the deadly Times Square attack, the MTA released a study showing which stations could be fitted with doors—but don't hold your breath.

Man Hits Child Inside Harlem Restaurant, Police Say

A disturbing video shows a man hitting a small child inside a Harlem restaurant. Police are asking for help identifying him.

Black History Month 2022 In Harlem: Events, Food & More

From concerts to talks to an exhibition on African American food, here are the 2022 Black History Months happening in Harlem and around NYC.

Man Shot, Killed On 125th Street In Harlem, Police Say

A man was shot and killed on a busy stretch of 125th Street on Tuesday, police said — Harlem's second daylight shooting within a few hours.

Much Of East Harlem Block To Be Demolished For Apartment Tower

Four buildings, including a supermarket, will soon be cleared from an East Harlem block to make way for an 18-story tower, a developer says.

Uptowners Can Report Infrastructure Problems With New Map

A new map by Rep. Adriano Espaillat lets Upper Manhattanites view infrastructure projects in their neighborhood and report problems.

109 Harlemites Have Died During Omicron Wave, Data Shows

Harlem's COVID-19 rates have dropped significantly since the omicron variant began surging late last year. But damage has still been done.

Long-Awaited Harlem Waterfront Repairs Start In 2024, City Says

The $294 million project to fix East Harlem's crumbling waterfront and rebuild Pier 107 is advancing — but a "gap" is concerning residents.