Today, the Senate Democratic Majority advanced legislation to protect the rights and well-being of New York’s veterans from Harlem to Hollis.
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African Americans’ First Memorial Day In Charleston, South Carolina, 1865
The first widely publicized observance of a Memorial Day-type observance after the Civil War was in Charleston, South Carolina, on May 1, 1865.Continue reading
African Americans’ First Memorial Day In Charleston, South Carolina, 1865
The first widely publicized observance of a Memorial Day-type observance after the Civil War was in Charleston, South Carolina, on May 1, 1865.Continue reading
Why Moving This Summer Is Recommended By The Experts
By Bretton Love
As soon as the sun becomes brighter and the temperature starts soaring, many of us plan for the fun-filled and relaxed days coming our way. Continue reading
Seitu’s World: Celebrating Memorial Day 2019 From The Bronx To Coop City
Photographs by Seitu Oronde
On Sunday, May 26, 2019, 2019, Seitu was at the on the road at the Memorial Day 2019 celebration in the Bronx and City Island in New York City.Continue reading
E. Coli-Tainted Beef Recalled From Harlem To Hollywood
Memorial Day grillmasters from Harlem to Hollis beware: More than 62,000 pounds of beef have been recalled nationwide due to fears the meat could be contaminated with E. coli.Continue reading
Harlem Fave Brandy Honored At Xscape Puerto Rico Memorial Day Event 2017 (Photos)
On May 31, 2017 celebrity ambassadors turned up the heat in Puerto Rico during Xscape Puerto Rico Arts & Cultural Music Festival at the official hotel partner, Wyndam Grand Rio Mar Beach Resort & Spa. Continue reading
Mary J. Blige, Harlem’s A$AP Rocky And Others On New ‘Love Yourself’ (Video)
Essence magazine reports that diva Mary J. Blige with over the past 20+ years, the recent release of her new album Strength of a Woman, and with Harlem's A$AP Rocky continues to give us even more.Continue reading
Harlem Rep. Ydanis Rodriguez Remembers Those Who Have Served & Given Their Lives For Freedom
Dear Neighbor,
Today we honor the dedication and legacy of those who have given their lives to serve our nation to make sure that we can enjoy the freedoms so many value.Continue reading
Op-Ed: This Memorial Day From Harlem To Hollywood – Don’t Just Bow Your Head
By Seth Jordan
This year, as during each Memorial Day weekend, a small minority of Americans may attend a parade — or post something on social media that will cause #NeverForget to be a trending topic.Continue reading
Health Department Tells Harlemites To “Know Before You Go”
On Memorial Day weekend, the Health Department is reminding beachgoers to sign up for the “Know Before You Go” free text alert service, which lets Harlemites know if beaches are open or closed due to water quality issues.Continue reading
Metro-North’s Memorial Day Weekend “Getaway” Service, May 26-29, 2017 (Update)
To help you get a jump on the Memorial Day weekend - the unofficial start of summer - Metro-North Railroad has extra early getaway service on Friday, May 26 , 2017, and plenty of trains to get you to your destination during the long holiday weekend.Continue reading
Great Tips For Honoring Memorial Day And Kicking Off The Summer Season From Harlem To Hollis
Memorial Day Weekend is almost here. Some people see it as the official kickoff of the summer barbecuing, swimming and fun season.Continue reading
HW Picks: Metropolitan Area Memorial Day Free Events
The United War Veterans Council (UWVC) — organizers of the New York City Veterans Day Parade — calls on metropolitan area residents to remember this Memorial Day those who have sacrificed for us by participating at one of many events taking place Monday, May 29, 2017.Continue reading
Harlem Apartment Building Hit By Two-Alarm Fire
A two-alarm fire damaged a building in Harlem Monday Memorial Day morning.
The fire started around 6:30 a.m. on the first floor of an apartment building near the intersection of 145th Street and 7th Avenue.Continue reading
