April 27, 2008
J. Marion Sims, Surgeon or Monster?
East Harlem - April 27, 2008. A recent poll in the East Harlem Preservation website asks its visitors if the statue of J. Marion Sims should be removed from its present location. The question is phrased as follows: "Should the NYC Parks Department remove the statue of Dr. Marion Sims from its East Harlem location considering his experiments on female and infant slaves?"
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East Harlemites Protest the War
East Harlem - March 24, 2008. Local Community Activists took to the streets today and protested the war in Irag. The protesters, six (6) in number began their protests at 1700 hours (5:00 PM for all you civilians out there)
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East Harlem.com turns 12 years old
East Harlem - February 25, 2008. Jose B. Rivera, founder and webmaster of East Harlem.com celebrated another year and another milestone. East Harlem.com celebrated it 12th year of existence. It's hard to believe but the local community website has been around since 1996, when the web was young and practically without any graphics. Browsers did not deal with graphics back then.
Continue reading "East Harlem.com turns 12 years old"January 7, 2008
El Barrio's First Upscale Men's Salon Celebrates 1st Year
An East Harlem-based business that specializes in grooming services for men celebrated its first-year anniversary November 14, 2007, challenging the myth that taking pride in one's appearance is only for the ladies.
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Affordable Housing in Northern Manhattan: The New Oxymoron
East Harlem, March 3, 2007. Marion Bell and Joann Lawson share a few things in common. Both are long-term residents of Northern Manhattan and are very active in their community; Bell as a member of Manhattan Community Board 11 and Lawson as the president of the Tenants Association at Lakeview, a 446-unit apartment complex both women call home.
Continue reading "Affordable Housing in Northern Manhattan: The New Oxymoron"East Harlem Remembers 911
East Harlem, September 8, 2007. East Harlem residents and members of law enforcement impacted by the September 11th terrorist attack six years ago gathered last Saturday at the community's first annual memorial ceremony to remember those lost by the tragedy.
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Artist Housing? - Give Me a Break!
East Harlem, September 1, 2007. East Harlem, September 1, 2007. I just received an e-mail from our beloved state senator, Jose M. Serrano, praising the Governor for signing a bill which provides assistance for artist housing needs
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Johnny Runs For District Leader
Johnny C. Rivera, a community activist for most of his life is running for a leadership position within the Democratic Party, he is running for District Leader in Party A in East Harlem. Although Mr. Rivera has usually been seen as one who helps others with their political campaigns , this is the first time that Mr. Rivera is the candidate.
Continue reading "Johnny Runs For District Leader"August 18, 2007
District Leadership Endorsements
East Harlem, August 18, 2007. It's been a while, but East Harlem.com is coming out with endorsements this year in the races for District Leader. We are happy to endorse Johnny C. Rivera in Part "A" and Harry Rodriguez in Part "B" of the Democratic Party . (From left to right in the photo to the left is Johnny C. Rivera and incumbent Democratic District Leader Harry Rodriguez.). Don't forget to vote for these gentlemen.
Continue reading "District Leadership Endorsements"August 15, 2007
Congestion Pricing - New TAX, Less Freedom
Mayor Michael Bloomberg is leading the charge to implement Congestion Pricing in Manhattan. A terrible plan which will charge everyday drivers $8.00 and trucks $21.00 to drive into Manhattan below 86th Street. This plan is nothing but a money grab, a cash cow and a new TAX on the rest of us.
Continue reading "Congestion Pricing - New TAX, Less Freedom"February 20, 2007
Savoy Bakery A Delicious Treat
East Harlem, February 20, 2007. Brian Ghaw gently wipes the glass where his delicious cakes and pastries are displayed. As owner of the recently opened Savoy Bakery, Brian wants to ensure his business covey's a sense of warmth. Something which he accomplishes with both the look of the bakery and with his easy going manner. The bakery is both warm and welcoming.
Continue reading "Savoy Bakery A Delicious Treat"February 18, 2007
Parishioners Hold Service Anyway
East Harlem, February 18, 2007. Parishioners of Our Lady Queen of Angels Church held a service Sunday morning without the assistance of any parish priests. The parishioners, led by 5 of the 6 women arrested on February 12, 2007, wanted to send the message to all who would listen that their church is still alive, even if the doors are closed.
Continue reading "Parishioners Hold Service Anyway"February 13, 2007
Community Catholics Are Furious!!!
East Harlem - February 13, 2007. After a night which featured the arrest of 6 parishioners, East Harlem Catholics are furious at Cardinal Egan. The arrest were made after parishioners of Our Lady Queen of Angels Parish refused to leave the church. They had vowed to stay in an attempt to keep the church from being permanently closed.
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Irag, Determination and the Lack thereof
East Harlem, February 14, 2007. The war in Irag has divided this nation between those who support it and those who wish for the United State to pull out unilaterally. Of course both options can not be right. There is only one correct option to take.
Continue reading "Irag, Determination and the Lack thereof"October 28, 2006
Julia de Burgos's Beautiful Mosaic
East Harlem - October 27, 2006. The likeness of Julia de Burgos now occupies East 106th Street creating not only new and wonderful art for our community, but also a place, a landmark to visit and honor our great Puerto Rican poet.
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