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Longtime Civic Leader And Advocate Of Lower Manhattan Dies at 53
August 06, 2013|Claudia Morell
Those who worked with Elizabeth Berger say she was a champion for lower Manhattan residents and businesses for decades.
A...
Bloomberg's New York: The Next Silicon Valley?
August 06, 2013|Claudia Morell
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Diversifying New York City's economy and loosening its dependence on Wall...
Morning Brief: August 6
August 06, 2013|Connor Ryan
Celebrate the early work of Elton John at this free outdoor party...
Check out the Fifth Annual Hudson Square Music & Wine...
Falling Tree Kills New Yorker, Many Point to Budget Cuts
August 05, 2013|Connor Ryan
Advocates say 12 New Yorkers have been injured in the past two months as a result of falling trees and branches.
As night...
Exhibition Celebrates NYC's Historic Garment Disctrict
August 05, 2013|Katharine O'Marra
An exhibition showcasing New York City's Garment District is now on display in midtown Manhattan.
New York City’s garment...
In Wake of Global Warnings, NYPD Boosts Local Security
August 05, 2013|Connor Ryan
Additional officers around iconic locations, worship sites.
Amid global travel warnings issued by the U.S. State Department...
Bloomberg’s New York Series: Reducing Crime
August 05, 2013|Claudia Morell
East New York has the highest number of stops in the city.
Mayor Bloomberg often says New York City is "the...
Morning Brief: August 5
August 05, 2013|Connor Ryan
Enjoy what's left of the summer and head over to Coney Island tonight...
Catch a free screening of the superhero movie that...
Eyes on the Street: Seeking Justice and Pressuring Freedoms
August 03, 2013|Connor Ryan
While some grasp camera footage as a vital method of law enforcement, others fear for their privacy.
It was a routine...
World Breastfeeding Week Caravan
August 02, 2013|Veronica Volk
NYC Breastfeeding Leadership Council leads a subway ride to raise awareness.
This week is World Breastfeeding Week, and some...
E-ZPass Turns 20
August 02, 2013|Ann Pierret
A Brooklyn native may be responsible for the EZPass we've used for the past two decades.
Saturday marks 20 years since E...
Morning Brief: August 2
August 02, 2013|Connor Ryan
Gordon Gekko like you've never seen him before...
Grab some air conditioning tonight and attend a free screening of Behind...
City Officials Announce New Beach Under the Brooklyn Bridge
August 01, 2013|Stephanie Colombini
The Brooklyn Bridge Beach will offer recreational opportunities as well as storm protection for Manhattan's Lower East Side...
Morning Brief: August 1
August 01, 2013|Connor Ryan
Games, as They Were Once Played
Take a quick break from the pixels and curl up with an old-fashioned board game. Feel free to...
Pouring Out Vodka for Gay Rights
July 31, 2013|Jeff Coltin
Protestors raise awareness of Russia's anti-gay laws before the Winter Olympics.
The Upper East Side smelled like Vodka this...
Coalition Lays Out Sandy Rebuilding Plans for Next NYC Mayor
July 31, 2013|Kelsey Schappell
Alliance for a Just Rebuilding announces 4-point plan.
A coalition of New Yorkers, including labor unions and environmental...