Bronx Dives Into Its Fourth Polar Bear Plunge
February 14, 2014|Megan Connor
One hundred people are expected to bear the cold and take the plunge into icy waters.
Some Bronx residents are diving into...
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A Call to Rename the New Tappan Zee Bridge in Honor of Pete Seeger
January 28, 2014|Megan Connor
A Westchester County official wants to pay tribute to Pete Seeger's environmental efforts.
Folk musician and environmental...
Aspiring New Yorkers Find Innovative Way to Move to the Big Apple
January 02, 2014|Stephanie Kuo
With New York becoming more costly by the minute, many young transplants are turning to the Internet to finance their dreams...
The New York Metropolitan Area Bids Farewell to Notables
December 30, 2013|Stephanie Kuo
As 2013 comes to a close, we honor some of the beloved people who passed this year
Two thousand thirteen was a year marked by...
From New Yorkers to Tourists With Love
December 24, 2013|Stephanie Kuo
The week between Christmas Day and New Year's Eve is often peak tourist season. And in preparation, a NYC etiquette expert...
The Power of the Plug
December 01, 2013|Jeff Coltin
"Dylan Goes Electric" guitar is up for sale.
Dylan goes electric. It's right up there in the pantheon of moments that changed...
New York City Stores Unveil Holiday Windows
November 25, 2013|Megan Connor
People brave the cold to see department store holiday windows.
Saks 5th Avenue unveils its holiday window display today at...
Popular Costumes for the 2013 Halloween Season
October 24, 2013|Kris Venezia
New York City Costume Shop Owner Explains What's "In" for the Spooky Holiday.
Candy is arguably the sweetest thing about the...
Maker of Statue of Liberty Figurines Feels Impact of Government Shutdown
October 03, 2013|George Bodarky
Queens factory says it's losing sales while Lady Liberty is shut down.
Colbar Art in Long Island City, Queens produces...
"I've Never Seen a Subway Before" - College Freshmen Enter NYC
August 27, 2013|Jeff Coltin
Thousands of students move in this week, and some like Lauren Graneto (above) have never visited before.
Fordham University's...