via The Villager
Tompkins Square Playground in Limbo
Some East Village residents are upset over what they call the slow pace of a playground overhaul project in Tompkins Square Park.
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New Battle in Fight To Save Temple
Community groups saved an historic synagogue from destruction. Now the coalition is working on a long-term preservation plan amid financial strife.
Hungry Rider Pedals For Food
When his local food pantry began cutting back on its allotments, Jimmy Escobar got moving – on his bike.
Ads Build AIDS Awareness in Harlem
The side of a building on 125th Street and Broadway has become a focal point of AIDS awareness in Harlem.
Welcome to the Hamster House
Kaiser Wilhelm started it all. Wilhelm was the hamster Jessica Wells foun…
Used Bike Business Booms
With gas prices at a record high and environmental awareness growing, bike use is on the rise in the city. Some new businesses are popping up to help meet the demand.
via New York Daily News
Pizzerias’ Slice of the Pie Shrinks
With food and energy prices rising faster than dough in a brick oven, virtually everything that goes into making and serving a slice has gotten more expensive, New York pizza makers complain.
Seaport Charts New Course
The South Street Seaport Museum in Lower Manhattan wants to reduce its flee…