Upper East Side|News|
Espresso Yourself: Readers Weigh In On Favorite UES Coffee Spots
Latte lovers on the Upper East Side had a lot to say about a previous list of the neighborhood’s best places for a pick-me-up.
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New York City, NY|News|
UPDATED: Queens-Midtown Tunnel Partly Closed After Drilling Mistake
The northbound tunnel has reopened, officials confirmed, with one lane of traffic flowing in each direction.
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Midtown-Hell's Kitchen, NY|News|
Taste of Iceland Arrives In NYC This Week
Dreamt of visiting the land of fire and ice but loathe leaving Manhattan? You’re in luck: Taste of Iceland begins Thursday.
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Upper East Side|News|
New ‘Care On Demand’ Clinic Now Open On UES
NYU Langone Health has debuted an appointment-free, walk-in primary care clinic on the Upper East Side.
Michael McDowell, Patch Staff
Harlem, NY|News|
Legal Wrangling Continues Over Second Avenue Subway: Report
The MTA is suing a third East Harlem landlord, who the agency claims is delaying progress on the Second Avenue Subway.
Michael McDowell, Patch Staff
Harlem, NY|News|
Man Stabbed By Masked Gang In Riverside Park: Police
A man was assaulted and stabbed by a group of 15-20 men in ski masks early Wednesday morning, police said.
Michael McDowell, Patch Staff
Upper East Side|News|
Calexico Reopening, Says Construction Next Door Led To Closure
The NYC Health Department closed Calexico last week after finding numerous violations. But there's more to the story, the restaurant says.
Michael McDowell, Patch Staff
Upper West Side, NY|News|
Pasta Paradise Canto Now Open On UWS
A new Italian restaurant on the Upper West Side promises handmade pasta, chocolate soufflé, and frozen espresso martinis.
Michael McDowell, Patch Staff
Upper West Side, NY|News|
Protests Mark First Day Of Classes At Columbia University
An “orderly” protest took place outside Columbia University on Tuesday morning, officials said.
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New York City, NY|News|
Thousands March For Palestine Across Manhattan On Monday
Officials estimated that as many as 7,000 pro-Palestinian demonstrators marched in Manhattan on Labor Day.
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Washington Heights-Inwood, NY|News|
Man Stabbed On A Train In Inwood: Police
A man was stabbed on an A train in Inwood on Tuesday morning, the NYPD confirmed.
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Midtown-Hell's Kitchen, NY|News|
Men Connected To Hell’s Kitchen Robbery Released Without Bail: Report
Two men linked to a recent robbery in Hell's Kitchen were released without bail, according to a report.
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Upper West Side, NY|News|
Man Slashed In Face After Subway Station Dispute: Police
A man was slashed in the face after an argument at the 72nd Street 1/2/3 station on the Upper West Side on Friday afternoon, police said.
Michael McDowell, Patch Staff
Harlem, NY|News|
Shots Fired A Second Time On 127th Street This Week: Police
Gunfire again erupted on 127th Street on Friday, after a bullet hit a school bus on Wednesday, officials said.
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Upper East Side|News|
Traveling This Weekend? Here’s How To Avoid Jet Lag
A neurologist explains why we sleep, and why our brains needs time to adjust when we travel.
Michael McDowell, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|News|
Why Buy A Manhattan Closet When You Could Own A Villa In Europe?
You could be living large in Italy, France, Greece, Portugal, or Spain for the price of a 500-square-foot Manhattan condo.
Michael McDowell, Patch Staff
Upper East Side|News|
Gang Of Six Sought After Violent Subway Robbery: Police
A 43-year-old man was attacked and robbed on a southbound 4 train in July. Police are looking for the suspects.
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New York City, NY|News|
Anti-Abortion Group Faces Legal Action For Interfering With Patients
Members of an anti-abortion group are accused of repeatedly interfering with patients at reproductive health facilities in New York City.
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Washington Heights-Inwood, NY|News|
Teenager Stabbed, Seriously Injured, In Washington Heights: Police
A teenager was stabbed in the back in Washington Heights on Wednesday evening, officials said.
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New York City, NY|News|
Hate Crimes Surge In NYC, Up 12.6% In 2023: Report
Anti-Jewish incidents represented the majority of felony hate crimes in New York City in 2023, according to a new report.
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