Chelsea, NY|News|
Serial Phone Snatcher Hits Chelsea Train Line: NYPD
A 56-year-old was just one of several victims who saw phones snatched inside the MTA transit system this week, police said.
Nicole Rosenthal, Patch Staff
Nicole Rosenthal, Patch Staff
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Hi there! I'm a senior local editor for Patch covering state issues and investigations in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York City. I first joined Patch in 2020 covering New Jersey after graduating from New York University. I went on to cover the Garden State as a reporter/editor before obtaining my master's degree in journalism from Columbia University, where I specialized in investigations.
When I'm not covering the latest breaking news scoop or digging through court records, I can usually be found at a local music show or scouting the newest coffee spot in my corner of Bushwick.
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Harlem, NY|News|
Fire Erupts At East Harlem Public Housing Complex Friday: FDNY
The blaze was reported just before 7 a.m. on the third floor of the housing complex, fire officials said.
Nicole Rosenthal, Patch Staff
Harlem, NY|News|
Bronx Man Nabbed In Deadly August Harlem Shooting: NYPD
Jacob Franco, 29, was found shot in the chest on West 128th Street on Aug. 11, police said.
Nicole Rosenthal, Patch Staff
Chelsea, NY|News|
Woman Stabbed With High Heel At Chelsea Pizzeria, NYPD Says
A 23-year-old victim was struck in the face with the heel cap of a high heel shoe before the assailant fled the area, police said.
Nicole Rosenthal, Patch Staff
Upper West Side, NY|News|
2 Protests, One War: Israel-Hamas Conflict Reaches Columbia U [PHOTOS]
The “Call To Action For Palestine” protest on Butler Lawn was met with a separate protest from the Students Supporting Israel Thursday.
Nicole Rosenthal, Patch Staff
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Upper West Side, NY|News|
Columbia University Access Restricted Amid Israel-Hamas War Protests
The restriction was put into effect to maintain student safety during planned demonstrations, including one set for Thursday afternoon.
Nicole Rosenthal, Patch Staff
Upper West Side, NY|News|
Israeli Columbia Student Assaulted With Stick On Campus: NYPD, Report
A 19-year-old from Brooklyn was charged in the incident, which stemmed from a dispute outside the university library, police said.
Nicole Rosenthal, Patch Staff
Harlem, NY|News|
Gropings At Harlem Subway Station Launch NYPD Probe
The forcible touching incidents were reported hours apart at the 125th Street and Lexington Avenue subway station, police said.
Nicole Rosenthal, Patch Staff
Chelsea, NY|News|
Layoffs Coming For 130+ Google Contract Workers: NY Dept. Of Labor
Most of the contractors are based out of the 8th Avenue Google building in Chelsea, according to New York Department of Labor documents.
Nicole Rosenthal, Patch Staff
Upper West Side, NY|News|
New UWS Sandwich Shop Offers ‘Healthyish’ Twists On Classics
The new shop is helmed by an Upper West Side resident who previously worked under former White House chef Frank Ruta.
Nicole Rosenthal, Patch Staff
Washington Heights-Inwood, NY|News|
Former Wash Heights Garage To Become Music-Centered Charter School
The eight-story, 55-square-foot charter school will feature a concert hall with a glass wall facing the street level, officials said.
Nicole Rosenthal, Patch Staff
Chelsea, NY|News|
Elderly Man Beaten In Herald Square Station, $200 Stolen: NYPD
The daytime robbery took place on the northbound N train platform just before 11 a.m., police said.
Nicole Rosenthal, Patch Staff
Harlem, NY|News|
Halloween In Harlem: Trunk Or Treat, Block Party, Costume Parade
The October event will feature activities for the entire family, complete with plenty of sweet treats. Here’s how to attend:
Nicole Rosenthal, Patch Staff
Upper West Side, NY|News|
Man Wanted For Forcible Grab In UWS Lincoln Center Station: NYPD
The man is accused of grabbing a straphanger inside the 66th Street subway station last month, police said.
Nicole Rosenthal, Patch Staff
Harlem, NY|News|
Cop Doused With Rubbing Alcohol, Threatened With Fire In MTA Station
The assailant taunted the police officer with a lighter in his hand following the rubbing alcohol toss, police said.
Nicole Rosenthal, Patch Staff
Harlem, NY|News|
Harlem Subway Wallet Thief Who Cut Victim’s Pocket Nabbed: NYPD
The 56-year-old homeless thief cut open a victim’s pocket to snatch a wallet inside an East Harlem subway station in August, police said.
Nicole Rosenthal, Patch Staff
Harlem, NY|News|
Racing Hit-And-Run Drivers Indicted In Deadly August Crash: DA
The hit-and-run claimed motorcyclist Joel Quintana, 42, a father of six en route to work at the time of the crash, officials said.
Nicole Rosenthal, Patch Staff
Harlem, NY|News|
Harlem-Area Down Payments Are Some Of NYC’s Most Affordable: Report
Prospective first-time homeowners: if Hamilton Heights isn’t on your list, think again.
Nicole Rosenthal, Patch Staff
Washington Heights-Inwood, NY|News|
Inwood-Area Down Payments Are Some Of NYC’s Most Affordable: Report
Prospective first-time homeowners: if Inwood isn’t on your list, think again.
Nicole Rosenthal, Patch Staff
Harlem, NY|News|
Gunshot Fired Above East Harlem Daycare, NYPD Says
Authorities are looking for the person who fired a round on the roof of a mixed-use building in East Harlem Tuesday morning.
Nicole Rosenthal, Patch Staff
