Tag Archives: Randall’s Island

Residents Call on NYC Council Speaker Christine Quinn to Maintain the Integrity of East Harlem

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East Harlem Preservation reports that the community uproar over the NYC Districting Commission’s latest changes to District 8 has taken a new turn as local residents are now directing their anger at Council Speaker Christine Quinn, who holds great influence on how the lines are ultimately drawn. Continue reading

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Harlem Boat Club on the Harlem River, June of 1883

The earliest means of transportation around New York Harbor, to Brooklyn and Staten Island and to trading was moored offshore was rowboats. The rowboats would unload trade goods at the rear of the buildings. Continue reading

Harlem Dirt Bikers Agree to Work With Community on Safety Measures

A pair of dirt bikers accused of speeding through Harlem have agreed to work with residents to help stem complaints about people riding on the sidewalk and running red lights.

Members of the newly-formed North Star Neighborhood Association’s public safety committee met with the long-time riders known as Benmore and Superman, who requested that their real names not be used for fear of the police. Continue reading

HW Pick: Gavin Brown’s Group Show in Harlem

 

As Frieze New York opened its doors on Thursday morning on Randall’s Island, West Village dealer Gavin Brown was busy selling art and preparing to cook sausages with Mark Ruffalo. Continue reading