This week, Lower East Side residents are pretty pleased to be riding on the newly opened escalator at the East Broadway subway station. After months of delays, the MTA finally got the replacement escalator moving. Local elected officials, who...
The post-Hurricane Sandy initiative, New York Rising, is holding a series of meetings early next month. See the flyer above or check out the NY Rising web site for more information.
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The Educational Alliance is holding free "fitness boot camp" classes in Seward Park Monday mornings through December 2. The sessions happen from 7-8 a.m. and free fitness assessments are...
A short time ago, City Council member Margaret Chin proclaimed victory in the District 1 City Council race. With nearly 90% of the vote counted, she had about 7600 votes, while challenger Jenifer Rajkumar had about 5400 votes. The...
We're at 83 Elizabeth St. where a fire broke out earlier this morning. Residents of the 6 story building below Grand Street were evacuated. No tenants were injured but two firefighters were treated for smoke inhalation. More to come...
A short time ago, the Landmarks Preservation Commission voted to designate the Seward Park Library, located at 192 East Broadway. The 1909 Renaissance inspired building is one of 67 libraries throughout the city funded by Andrew Carnegie. Commissioners praised...
