Harlem River, known for its pollution, is now safe for swimming.
Harlem River Declared “Swimmable,” But Concerns Persist It’s time to swap out your protective gear for swimwear, or so it seems. The state has officially declared the Harlem River—a waterway known for its pollution—a “swimmable” site. However, activists warn that ongoing issues with sewage and stormwater runoff may undermine this designation, potentially hindering future cleanup […]
Jane Fonda appears at New York City’s yearly animal blessing event and then enjoys some fried chicken from Harlem.
This time it’s Jane’s Jungle. Earlier this month, New York City’s grand Gothic cathedral marked the annual feast day of St. Francis of Assisi, celebrating the blessing of animals. It’s quite special, really. I used to host a similar event at St. John the Divine for over a decade until the pandemic came along and […]
Harlem honors the new community center at Abyssinian Church in tribute to the esteemed Rev. Calvin O. Butts III
Harlem Celebrates Opening of New Cultural Centre On Sunday, more than 100 people gathered along W. 138th Avenue in Harlem for a block party to mark the opening of the new Calvin O. Butts III Educational and Cultural Centre, affiliated with the Abyssinian Baptist Church. The vibrant scene included food trucks, music, and bounce houses […]
Teenager caught in connection with the stray bullet killing of Harlem grandmother
Teen Arrested in Connection with Grandmother’s Murder A teenager was apprehended in New York City linked to the tragic murder of her 69-year-old grandmother, who was walking with a friend in Harlem. The suspect, 18, was tracked down during a coordinated operation involving Homeland Security Investigations, the NYPD’s violent gang task force, and federal agents. […]
Harlem Hellfighters receive Congressional Gold Medal in Washington
Honoring the Harlem Hellfighters In a significant ceremony on Capitol Hill, the Secretary of Defense and various Congressional leaders took time to honor the renowned African American regiment from New York that fought during World War I. This event acknowledged the contributions of the 369th Infantry Regiment, famously known as the Harlem Hellfighters. The descendants […]
Measure for building owners to test for Legionella halted in NYC Council despite deadly outbreak in Harlem
New York City is considering a law that would require large building owners to routinely test their water systems, including cooling towers, for Legionella bacteria. This measure comes in light of a significant outbreak that led to seven fatalities and 114 illnesses in Harlem. Sponsored by Bronx Councillor Pierina Ana Sanchez, the proposed law would […]
Famous Harlem pizzeria hit with $300,000 fine in trademark dispute with Midtown restaurant sharing its name
It’s a lot of fabric! The ongoing dispute between notable Italian restaurants over the “Patsy” name has flared up again. Harlem Pizzeria has been hit with a $300,000 fine for repeatedly breaching a two-year-old court order that prevents the trademarking of the name. Frank Blija, who operates Patsy’s pizzeria in Uptown, has been accused of […]
State should investigate how the city managed the serious Legionnaires’ outbreak in Harlem, says former Governor Cuomo
Former Governor Andrew Cuomo stated on Wednesday that Governor Kathy Hochul’s administration needs to initiate an investigation into how New York City managed the recent Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in Harlem. Cuomo, who is currently campaigning for mayor, presided over a similar outbreak in the Bronx in 2015 that resulted in 15 fatalities and over 120 […]
Cooling towers at a Harlem hospital contribute to the spread of Legionnaires’ disease in a fatal NYC outbreak
Pastor Al Sharpton recently claimed that untreated rainwater in a cooling tower at Harlem Hospital contributed to the deadliest Legionnaires’ disease outbreak New York has seen in a decade. He plans to join civil rights attorney Ben Crump in announcing a lawsuit against the construction company involved in a project in Harlem. “People should be […]
Fatal outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in NYC linked to 12 locations, including Harlem Hospital’s cooling tower
The cooling tower at Harlem Hospital is one of 12 sites connected to a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in the city. Health officials reported Thursday that this outbreak has resulted in four fatalities and nearly 100 reported illnesses. Also on the list of affected cooling towers are locations like the Central Harlem Sexual Health Clinic, the […]