Harlem|News|
Harlem Man Killed In Tow-Truck Crash In The Bronx, Police Say
A Harlem man died while biking in the Bronx on Thursday when he was pinned underneath a car that was being towed, according to police.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
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Nick worked at NYC Patch from 2020 to 2023, covering Harlem, the Upper East Side and Astoria-Long Island City. Follow him on Twitter at @nick_garber.
Nick grew up in New York City and went to college in Vermont, where he reported for several newspapers. He later reported for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette before spending a year with Patch in Seattle. He lives in Astoria.
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Upper East Side, NY|News|
2 Daylight Stabbings Rattle Upper East Side, Leaving 4 Injured: Police
Four people were stabbed within hours of each other on the Upper East Side Thursday afternoon, rattling the neighborhood.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
Midtown-Hell's Kitchen, NY|News|
Bring The DNC To NYC, Mayor Adams Begs Democrats
The city is launching a bid to host the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Midtown Manhattan, saying it would be an economic boon.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|News|
Upper East Side Vet Clinic To Open 2nd Neighborhood Location
Bond Vet, the rapidly expanding start-up veterinary clinic and animal hospital, is opening its second Upper East Side location within weeks.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|News|
Man Stabbed On Upper East Side Street, Police Say
A man was stabbed on a busy Upper East Side street corner Thursday afternoon, according to police, leaving blood splattered on the sidewalk.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
Harlem|News|
Harlem Church Seeks To Sell Its 'Uninhabitable' Home To Developer
After winning back its building amid claims of deed theft, a Harlem church is now trying to sell its longtime, decaying home to a developer.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
Astoria-Long Island City, NY|News|
Astoria's Innovation QNS Opponents, Supporters Clash At Public Hearing
Facing one of its first official tests, the neighborhood-altering project got a mixed reception—as new details emerge on its local impacts.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
Midtown-Hell's Kitchen, NY|News|
Basquiat Painting Targeted In Chelsea Gallery Heist Attempt: Police
A couple with mysterious European accents tried to steal a $45,000 Jean-Michel Basquiat masterpiece from a Chelsea gallery, police said.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
Harlem|News|
Manhattanhenge 2022: How To Catch NYC's Special Sunsets This Week
Manhattan's grid will align with the sunset starting Sunday, creating spectacular views in the city. Here's when and where to see it.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|News|
Popular Coffee Shop Opening Upper East Side Location: Reports
Peaky Baristas, a European-inspired, retro-style cafe with two West Side locations, will soon open its first Upper East Side coffee shop.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
Astoria-Long Island City, NY|News|
New Astoria Soft-Serve Shop Opening This Weekend, With $2 Cones
Marvel Frozen Dairy, a Long Island-based dessert staple, is opening Saturday just off 30th Avenue — with $2 cones all day to celebrate.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
Harlem|News|
Chipotle's Arrival In East Harlem Sparks Fear Among Mexican Businesses
Neighbors are mobilizing against the burrito chain's arrival in East Harlem's "Little Mexico," fearing it will endanger small businesses.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
Harlem|News|
Fatal Harlem Neck Stabbing Investigation Ends In Arrest, Police Say
The man who stabbed another man to death on a Harlem street in January has been arrested, according to police — who also named the victim.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|News|
'I'll Take Your Head Off,' Man Tells UES Subway Passengers: Police
A man armed with a switchblade threatened Upper East Side straphangers after getting angry about his cramped subway car, police said.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
Midtown-Hell's Kitchen, NY|News|
NYC Fleet Week 2022 Starts This Week: What To Know
Thousands of sailors will flood the city for the first time in three years starting Wednesday — and public ship tours will be available.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
Harlem|News|
Harlem COVID Cases Keep Climbing As Subvariants Spread, Data Shows
More Harlemites are testing positive for COVID-19 as omicron subvariants drive the citywide increase in virus cases, testing data shows.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|News|
NYC Subway Slaying Suspect Arrested In Chaotic End To Manhunt
Andrew Abdullah faces a murder charge in the Q train shooting of Daniel Enriquez, 48, on Sunday, police said.
Nick Garber and Matt Troutman, Patch Staff
Astoria-Long Island City, NY|News|
Astoria's Tiffany Cabán Pressed On Crime, Rikers On Brian Lehrer
Astoria's City Councilmember was pressed on crime, police abolition and conditions Rikers Island as a guest on WNYC's Bran Lehrer Show.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
Midtown-Hell's Kitchen, NY|News|
Midtown Crash Shuts Down 34th Street, Leaves Revel Car Destroyed
A crash on 34th Street shut down the busy Midtown thoroughfare Tuesday and badly damaged multiple vehicles, including a Revel rideshare car.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|News|
UES, UWS Jews Not So Different After All, Mapmaker Decides
Dismissing claims that the Upper East and West sides are drastically different, NYC's mapmaker has officially merged them into one district.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
