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Subway Fare Hike OK'd By MTA, Takes Effect In August

The 15-cent subway and bus fare increase approved Wednesday is the first hike in seven years.

UES Barnes & Noble Opens To 'Unprecedented' Neighborhood Welcome

Massive crowds shocked both shoppers and workers, with an estimated 800 people entering just an hour after opening.

Scooter Shooter Indicted In Queens, Brooklyn Shooting Spree: DA

Thomas Abreu, 25, was indicted by a grand jury after a multi-borough shooting spree earlier this month, prosecutors said.

Barclays Center Strike Averted With Potential Pay Increases, Benefits

Food and beverage workers at Barclays Center were ready to walk out until they secured a tentative agreement that met some key demands.

UWS Youth Chorus Named Best In The World At International Competition

Young People's Chorus, which has resided on the UWS since 2015, won five gold medals at the 12th World Choir Games in Korea.