Midtown-Hell's Kitchen, NY|News|
Man Stabbed In Midtown Robbery On Sunday Afternoon: Police
A 42-year-old man was hospitalized after he was stabbed during a robbery in Midtown on Sunday, officials said.
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Upper West Side, NY|News|
Where There Is Now Lincoln Center, There Was Once San Juan Hill
Filmmaker Stanley Nelson’s new documentary explores the history of the neighborhood that was demolished to make way for Lincoln Center.
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New York City, NY|News|
Thousands March, Mourn As New Yorkers Navigate Israel-Hamas Conflict
One year after the Oct. 7 attacks, the war between Israel and Hamas continues to galvanize groups across the city.
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Upper East Side|News|
Met’s Oceania Galleries Reopening After Four-Year Wait
The Arts of Oceania galleries, which have been closed since January 2021, are reopening in 2025, the museum recently announced.
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Harlem, NY|News|
Man Hospitalized After East Harlem Shooting: Police
A 27-year-old man was shot in East Harlem on Sunday night, police confirmed.
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Washington Heights-Inwood, NY|News|
Masked Man Slashes 21-Year-Old Victim On Heights 1 Train: Police
A man was slashed by an unknown assailant as he exited the 1 train on Saturday night, police said.
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Upper West Side, NY|News|
Armed Robbery On Amsterdam Ave Monday Morning: Police
A suspect remains at large after an armed robbery on the Upper West Side early Monday morning.
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Midtown-Hell's Kitchen, NY|News|
Les Paul Remembered In Exhibit Opening Monday
A photography exhibition celebrating the life of the late Les Paul – musician, inventor, and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer – opens Monday.
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Upper West Side, NY|News|
Staten Island Man Held Following Arrest In Unprovoked UWS Assault
Hansel Esparragoza appeared in court on Friday afternoon. Bail was set at $75,000 cash or $225,000 bond.
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Washington Heights-Inwood, NY|News|
Bennett Park Lawn Reopening Ahead Of Schedule
Reopening ahead of schedule?! It happens, even in New York City.
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New York City, NY|News|
Citywide Curbside Compost Collection Kicks Off This Weekend
Composting will soon be as simple as recycling, officials say.
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Harlem, NY|News|
Man Shot At Harlem River Houses: Police
A 20-year-old man was hospitalized after a shooting in Harlem on Thursday night, police said.
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Upper West Side, NY|News|
Staten Island Man Arrested Following Unprovoked UWS Assault: Police
Two elderly West Siders were assaulted in apparently unprovoked attacks on the same day. Both men have been arrested, authorities say.
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Upper East Side|News|
Casasalvo Now Open On UES
Dreaming of a $2.50 latte? You’ve found it.
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Upper East Side|News|
Man Arrested In UES Rape: Police
A Bronx man was arrested on Wednesday in connection with a recent rape on the Upper East Side, officials said.
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New York City, NY|News|
The End? Elizabeth Street Garden Hit With Eviction Notice
Affordable housing may soon replace the unique downtown green space.
Michael McDowell, Patch Staff
Upper West Side, NY|News|
Ballet Hispánico Hosts Celebración Latina This Weekend
The free, day-long event will be held at the company's headquarters on the Upper West Side on Saturday.
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Harlem, NY|News|
Dance Theatre Of Harlem Opens Its Doors This Weekend
The free open house – RSVP required – will be held at the company’s 152nd Street studios in Harlem on Sunday.
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Upper West Side, NY|News|
96th Street Bus Lanes Are Happening
Construction began on 96th Street this week. It's expected to be completed later this year, according to NYC DOT.
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Washington Heights-Inwood, NY|News|
One Dead, One Hospitalized In Heights Shooting: Police
Officials are investigating a deadly late-night shooting in Washington Heights that left one man dead and another injured.
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