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The Claremont Inn in West Harlem 1775 – 1950

Posted on April 30, 2013 by | Leave a comment

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This is the ship shaped Claremont Inn at West 122nd Street and Riverside Drive in Manhattanville in West Harlem, photographed by the Wurts Brothers in the 1920′s. Continue reading →

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Jim Jones Disturbs The Peace, Gets Arrested

Posted on February 14, 2013 by | Leave a comment

jim-jonesDipset’s Jim Jones reportedly found himself in handcuffs today (February 13) after getting into a heated altercation with a New Jersey police officer near his home. Continue reading →

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Home Depot Will Hire 10,000 More Workers

Posted on February 6, 2013 by | Leave a comment

ddn021311bizlookwho_869165aHome Depot is aiming to build up its staff, hiring 10,000 more workers than last year for its spring season as the housing market heats up. Continue reading →

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Tourism Groups: 2014 Super Bowl Means Big Bucks For NYC (And Harlem)

Posted on January 31, 2013 by | Leave a comment

62_MetLife_Stadium_ExteriorThe sidewalks in Times Square are relatively quiet during the dog days of winter, but things should heat up next year when the Super Bowl comes to town. Continue reading →

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Man Arrested in Robbery Attacks on Asians in East Harlem

Posted on January 29, 2013 by | Leave a comment

8971240_600x338Nearly two weeks after a violent robber began attacking Asian residents of East Harlem, the authorities arrested a man on Tuesday aboard an interstate bus in southern New Jersey. Continue reading →

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Victor Cruz Hat Giveaway in Harlem

Posted on January 3, 2013 by | 3 Comments

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NY Giants Victor Cruz fans from around the New York City area will be able to receive a free limited edition Young Whales hat inspired by the Pro Bowl wide receiver. Continue reading →

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Harlem Teenager Drowns at NJ Pool Party

Posted on December 13, 2012 by | Leave a comment

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A high school senior from Harlem drowned during a pool party with his classmates at a sprawling New Jersey estate over the weekend.  Continue reading →

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Bank of America to help in Sandy Rebuilding Effort

Posted on December 13, 2012 by | Leave a comment

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Bank of America today committed $20 million in new funding for 13 Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) to provide financing for small businesses and residents affected by Hurricane Sandy. Continue reading →

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NY Giants Hakeem Nicks’ Gives Helping Hand in Harlem

Posted on December 12, 2012 by | 1 Comment

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New York Giants Hakeem Nicks prepares to race with children in the after-school program at the Union Settlement in East Harlem. Continue reading →

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UNIQLO to Donate Clothing and Volunteers to Areas Affected by Hurricane Sandy

Posted on December 10, 2012 by | Leave a comment

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UNIQLO, the global clothing retailer, announced today the creation of a 10-week volunteer and donation program to distribute 100,000 donated items of HEATTECH and 10,000 items of Ultra Light Down jackets to those in regions affected by Hurricane Sandy. Continue reading →

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