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The simple phrase “Find the good and praise it,” handed down to Dr. Betty Shabazz from her mother, became the cornerstone of a life lived powerfully, honorably, sincerely, and provided a winning formula that moved her through all of life’s challenges. Continue Reading →
Aretha Live at Fillmore West recorded on March 7th, 1971, is the second live album by American singer Aretha Franklin. Released on May 19, 1971 by Atlantic Records. Continue Reading →
Okay, Harlem, get ready for “Ashlee+Evan,” premiering Sunday, September 9th, 2018, at 10pm ET/PT on E! with an hour-long episode! Continue Reading →
Chain Store Age reports that H&M on Monday unveiled a new e-commerce site and mobile app for U.S. shoppers. Continue Reading →
The Health Department announced today that the investigation of the Lower Washington Heights Legionnaires’ disease cluster is over. Continue Reading →
Mayor de Blasio held public hearings for and signed five pieces of legislation: Intro. 144-B, requiring the TLC to stop issuing for-hire vehicle licenses for 12 months, to study congestion and various aspects of the industry, Continue Reading →
Having recently received a congratulatory letter of welcome from Karen Jewett, Vice President of Government and Community Affairs at Columbia University, Harlem resident and classical actress Debra Ann Byrd, has become a four-time fellow, scholar and artist-in-residence; not just locally, but nationally, and internationally as well. Continue Reading →
Join Harlem’s Demolition Depot in about two months, at the Open House New York event that will return for its annual activity-packed weekend of events and ours that gives visitors open access to sites that are normally off-limits to the public. Continue Reading →
As the Metropolitan Transit Authority slowly but surely moves ahead with plans to extend the new Second Avenue Subway line up through East Harlem, it’s letting neighborhood resident and businesses know how the new subway could affect them. Continue Reading →
Sneaker News reports that after a relatively disappointing SS18 season, global streetwear powerhouse Supreme is readying itself for an important crop of drops this Fall and Winter. Continue Reading →
TV One announced today that production is currently underway on season five of hit franchise Rickey Smiley For Real,
Participatory Budgeting is a grassroots process through which community residents vote to directly allocate money toward proposals developed by the community to meet local needs. Continue Reading →
For those who live in Harlem and summer in the Hampton’s, each year is full of discovery on the culinary scene. The topography shifts with some familiar restaurants gone and new one’s filling the void. Continue Reading →
Deputy Mayor Alicia Glen and New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) today released a Request for Proposals (“RFP”) in an effort to address the disparities related to raising capital experienced by women entrepreneurs, especially in the tech industry. Continue Reading →
Black Public Media (BPM) announced a call for applications for the Jacquie Jones Memorial Scholarship Fund (JJMSF) on Monday. Continue Reading →
The first day of school is just around the corner and stores are filled with back-to-school promotions.
Pedestrians entertain themselves as they stroll on West 122nd Street and Riverside Drive in this image looking north with Grant’s Tomb in the background in Morningside Heights in Harlem, NY, 1897. Continue Reading →
Since its inception in 2010, the Apollo in the Hamptons has raised over $20 million for the Apollo’s artistic, education and community programs. Continue Reading →
Refinery 29 reports that it’s been a while since we heard anything from Target especially since its store is right there in East Harlem. Just when we thought Target couldn’t get us any more amped up for summer to end, the store hit us with a new home line that looks like autumn incarnate. Continue Reading →
Construction on 1 West 125th Street is underway, preparing for the arrival of Shake Shack, moving into the old Applebee’s corner space. Continue Reading →
The Classical Theatre of Harlem (CTH) is proud to announce the appointment of Carl Cofield as Associate Artistic Director. Continue Reading →
It was a fabulous celebration at Martin’s 90th birthday with an all out bash at the Friars Club midtown in New York City.
This year’s All Star Code’s 5th Anniversary Summer Benefit in the Hamptons 2018 event hit a record of success with over 300 attendees and raised over $900,000 ($300,000 during the auction/live appeal alone). Continue Reading →
WWD reports that New York Fashion Week’s official start is set for September 6, 2018 but Nike is trying to get the competitive edge, by presenting Harlem’s Fashion Row’s style awards and fashion show on September 4, 2018. Continue Reading →
The New York City Charter Commission will meet with community and ethnic media to discuss the work of the Commission in revising the City Charter. Continue Reading →