Let the Tweets (and Bullhorns) Begin!
In the wee hours of Saturday morning, 1:24 a.m., Rep. Jerrold Nadler (D NY-10) tweeted his intentions to run for Congress in New York's new District 12. … Read the rest of this entry >>
Title IX: The Paragraph That Provided the Foundation For Profound Social Change; New-York Historical Society
On May 18, 2022, the United States Soccer Federation announced a deal to pay the U.S. Women’s and U.S. Men's National Soccer Teams equally. … Read the rest of this entry >>
CB 7 Committee Green Lights Repair and Renovation Projects In Riverside and Central Parks
The CB7 Parks & Environment Committee recommended the approval of two major renovation projects in Riverside Park and Central Park … Read the rest of this entry >>
Silver Stars Fitness: Do You Want To Improve Your Balance and Decrease Your Chances of a Fall?
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Revised New York State Congressional Electoral Map Formally Approved; It’s Nadler vs. Maloney
The new version of New York State's congressional electoral map was formally approved by a State Supreme Court judge, … Read the rest of this entry >>
Central Park Birding Report
Behold the male Scarlet Tanager, one of the most brilliantly colorful birds seen in Central Park during spring migration. … Read the rest of this entry >>
What’s Blooming on the Upper West Side
After the cherry tree and crabapple blossoms have given way to foliage and the flamboyant tulips have faded, it’s hard to imagine what Mother Nature could possibly do for an encore … Read the rest of this entry >>
Local Precinct Commanders Confirm Rising Crime, Describe Challenges to Combating It
Three commanding officers spoke frankly about crime, at an UWS Coalition forum last night … Read the rest of this entry >>
Know Someone Who Deserves Recognition for Their Role in the Community?
Nominations are now being accepted for the Goddard Riverside Good Neighbor Awards, which will honor volunteers making a difference … Read the rest of this entry >>
‘Fix the Bricks’ Is CB7 Transportation Committee’s Message to DOT; They ‘Slow Traffic and Save Lives’
Local residents and Community Board 7 Transportation Committee members spoke out to save the red brick crosswalks on West 94th Street between Central Park West and Amsterdam Avenue. … Read the rest of this entry >>
24th Precinct Report: No Arrests in May Day Murder; Shoplifting Reductions; Gun Prosecutions
The murder that occurred on Sunday, May 1, at West 102nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue near the Frederick Douglass Houses remains unsolved … Read the rest of this entry >>
Openings and Closings: Margot Patisserie, Rituals, Mega Building Supply, The Eye Man, La Maison
Margot Patisserie on 74th Street between Broadway and West End Avenue, an UWS staple since 1994, is closing … Read the rest of this entry >>
Silver Stars Fitness: Do You Want To Improve Your Balance and Decrease Your Chances of a Fall?
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Questions About UWS Crime & Crime Prevention? Three Local Police Chiefs Answer at Thursday Virtual Forum
As I type, an alert flashes in the corner of my screen; police are seeking an armed robber on the UWS. Is crime escalating in the neighborhood? What are the police doing about it? … Read the rest of this entry >>
West Side Rag Poetry Corner: Touch me in the morning
Growing up on Riverside Drive is not like growing up anywhere else in the city. … Read the rest of this entry >>
You Get What You Pay For — Use Well-Paid Maids!
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Mark Your Calendars, Manhattanhenge is Coming
Twice a year the sun aligns with Manhattan’s street grid so that the setting sun creates a beautiful sight on the Upper West Side … Read the rest of this entry >>
When Lincoln Center Itself Is the Show
Upper West Siders are so lucky to live near Lincoln Center. Of course, there is the opera, the ballet and the philharmonic, but Lincoln Center itself is a great free show. … Read the rest of this entry >>
New York City Now on High COVID-19 Alert Level
"Now is the time to double down on protecting ourselves and each other … Read the rest of this entry >>
A Silver Lining: Regional Farm Experiences Historic Growth During Covid-19 Pandemic; Brings Flexible Home Delivery Options to the Upper West Side
Sponsored Story: On a morning in early May, the Siena Farms’ crew lines up hundreds of bushels of just-harvested veggies to start packing farm share boxes for their CSA members. CSA stands for Community Supported Agriculture, … Read the rest of this entry >>
