Harlem, NY|News|
Man Punched In 'Homophobic' Attack On Harlem Subway: NYPD
The homophobic attack is being investigated by the NYPD's Hate Crimes Task Force, police said.
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Upper East Side, NY|News|
Beloved NYC Spot, Papaya King, Returns To The Upper East Side
The Upper East Side's beloved hot dog spot, Papaya King, reopened its doors at a new location this past weekend.
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Upper West Side, NY|News|
UWS Got Millions In NYC's 2025 Budget: Here's Where It's Going
New York's new $112 billion budget includes millions of dollars heading to the UWS. Here are some notable projects in the neighborhood.
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Harlem, NY|News|
Harlem Man Slain In Deadly Fourth Of July Brawl ID'd, Police Say
David Burns, 52, was the man stabbed and killed during a July 4th celebration in Harlem, police said.
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Central Park, NY|News|
Knife-Wielding Duo Attacks Man In Central Park Assault: Cops
Police said a man was slashed multiple times after an altercation with two men in Central Park over the weekend.
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Upper West Side, NY|News|
Pop-Up Bookstore Opens For The Summer On Upper West Side
A pop-up shop for used books will run this summer only at a storefront on the Upper West Side.
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Upper East Side, NY|News|
MAP: Did NYC Find A Hazardous Problem In Your Building This Week?
This week, city inspectors found roaches in East Harlem, mice on the Upper West Side, lead paint in Flatbush and more.
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Upper East Side, NY|News|
Crime Sees Decline On Upper East Side In First Half Of 2024: Data
NYPD reported crime data indicates that some crimes decreased by up to 50 percent in the first six months of this year compared to last.
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Central Park, NY|News|
Duo Robbed By Group Of Crooks In Central Park: NYPD
Two guys hanging out in the park last Sunday were jumped and robbed by a group of strangers, police said.
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Harlem, NY|News|
Man Stabbed To Death In Fourth Of July Brawl In Harlem: NYPD
A man was stabbed and killed during a July 4th celebration in Harlem, police said early Friday morning.
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Harlem, NY|News|
Groper Grabs Teenage Girl On Harlem Subway Train: NYPD
The subway groper remained on the loose after he touched a 15-year-old girl on a Harlem subway train, police said.
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Harlem, NY|News|
Harlem Pizzeria Gets Shout-Out In New 'A Quiet Place' Movie
A Harlem institution famous for its thin pizza received a mention in the new Lupita Nyong'o horror film "A Quiet Place: Day One."
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Upper West Side, NY|News|
Lone Public Pool On UWS Remains Closed; When Will It Reopen?
The pool is expected to remain closed for at least one more week, according to the New York City Parks Department.
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Upper East Side, NY|News|
Chic Italian Coffee Shop Appears Closed On Upper East Side
Nestled on 69th Street between Fifth and Madison, the cafe Poppi seems to have shuttered its doors.
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Central Park, NY|News|
'Person Of Interest' Questioned In Central Park Sex Attack: Report
Police have a person in custody in connection with the attack on a sunbather in Central Park, but no charges have been filed yet.
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Upper West Side, NY|News|
UWS Affordable Housing Lottery Opens For 80th Street Building
An affordable housing lottery has launched for a five-story residential building. Here's who is eligible and how to apply:
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Upper West Side, NY|News|
Subway Groper Touches Woman At UWS Train Station: NYPD
Police reported that a man from the Upper West Side was arrested this week for a forcible touching incident on a train platform.
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Harlem, NY|News|
Fire Breaks Out In Harlem Apartment Building: FDNY
Officials said that nearly 80 first responders rushed to the scene on Tuesday morning.
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Upper East Side, NY|News|
UES Parks Get $7.4M Following Annual Budget Deal: Reps
It's part of the $25m Council Members Menin and Powers secured for parks, schools, community centers and transit around the neighborhood.
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Upper East Side, NY|News|
Tompkins Square Bagels Plans Fall Opening On Upper East Side
The new Third Avenue location of the popular bagel joint will open this fall, the owners said on social media.
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