Washington Heights-Inwood, NY|News|
Inwood Greenway Gets $96 Million
Initial design work will begin in 2025, according to officials.
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- Upper East Side, NY
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Midtown-Hell's Kitchen, NY|News|
Gridlock Strikes Midtown – Send Us Your Photos Of The Traffic Chaos
Whether you’re watching from above or fighting through the congestion down below, Patch wants to hear about it.
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Upper East Side|News|
Multiple Knifepoint Robberies On Edge Of UES Monday, Police Say
Johnathan Casagrande, 35, was apprehended and charged after an early morning rampage on East 97th Street on Monday morning, police said.
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Upper West Side, NY|News|
Wild Early Morning Incidents On 105th Street: Police
Responders discovered a vehicle on fire after a ShotSpotter alert on the Upper West Side early Monday morning.
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Upper East Side|News|
Fuel Spill On UES Leads To Evacuation Of NYPD’s 19th Precinct: FDNY
An gas leak at an Upper East Side police precinct prompted a major emergency response on Monday morning, authorities said.
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Upper East Side|News|
One Dead In UES Stabbing: Police
A fatal stabbing on the Upper East Side on Sunday afternoon left one man dead and another seriously injured, police said.
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New York City, NY|News|
Wage Theft Investigation Nets Former Best Wireless Employees $750K
The settlement marks the latest victory in New York State Attorney General James’ ongoing crackdown on exploitative employers.
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Washington Heights-Inwood, NY|News|
Heights Kids Advocate For New Soccer Field, Secure $1M From Local Pols
Students at P.S. 28 are in the middle of a real-world civics lesson, and they just might get a new soccer field out of it.
Michael McDowell, Patch Staff
Upper West Side, NY|News|
Scoop: Salt & Straw Ice Cream Now Open On UWS
It’s Friday. Treat yourself.
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Upper East Side|News|
John Jay Park Gets Big Upgrades
East Siders can now enjoy resurfaced tennis and basketball courts, a rebuilt central walkway, and more.
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Upper East Side|News|
Doughing It Right: Pizza Lovers Share Top UES Delivery Options
A clear favorite emerged on social media site Reddit. Was it yours?
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Harlem, NY|News|
Newly Opened PB Brasserie Bringing Downtown Dining Uptown, Owner Says
The new restaurant, in the heart of Harlem, blends upscale French fare with chef and owner Elhadji Cisse's unique African influence.
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Midtown-Hell's Kitchen, NY|News|
Gridlock Looms In Midtown As UN General Assembly Reaches Climax
UNGA is the slowest week of the year in Midtown, with average traffic speeds dropping to a literal crawl.
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Upper West Side, NY|News|
Two Seniors Attacked In Unprovoked Assaults On UWS
Police are seeking a man in connection with one of the two incidents, which at this time have not been connected, officials confirmed.
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Central Park, NY|News|
Teen Cyclist Sprayed After Near Collision In Central Park: Police
Two cyclists got into an argument after they nearly collided in Central Park, officials said.
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New York City, NY|News|
Meth In Manhattan: PA Men Arrested In Big Downtown Bust, Officials Say
More than 110 pounds of crystal meth, worth about $600,000, were seized following an investigation, authorities said.
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Upper East Side|News|
Dough Donuts Set To Sweeten UES This Fall, Owner Confirms
After years of requests, the popular artisanal donut shop is heading uptown, bringing its signature flavors to Lexington Avenue.
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Harlem, NY|News|
Vacant 125th Street Pathmark Site In Harlem Remains In Limbo: Report
The empty lot, which spans an entire city block, has been vacant since 2015.
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New York City, NY|News|
Harvey Weinstein Pleads 'Not Guilty' To New Charge
Weinstein faced a fresh allegation of sexual misconduct on Wednesday, as he awaits a retrial for his overturned 2020 New York conviction.
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Upper East Side|News|
Man Found Hanging In Central Park Near Fifth Avenue
A longtime East Sider discovered the man early Monday morning – and he wasn’t where police initially said he was.
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