via New York Daily News
City Coptic Christians Pray for Peace
Coptic Christians have established a small, tight-knit community in New York – and are expressing concern about ongoing violence in Egypt.
Tag: New York City
Last of the ‘Vollies’ Fight Time, Fires
The volunteer fire department that serves Gerritsen Beach is the last of its kind in Brooklyn and one of nine left in the city.
Health Food for Thought
Finding soul food that's good for the heart can be a challenge. Z’Novia, a restaurant near Yankee Stadium, is aiming to put a more healthful spin on some traditionally fatty, high-calorie dishes.
Stories Fill City’s Oldest Houses
Take a trip through living history with these pictures of the oldest house in each borough.
via New York Daily News
Brownfield of Dreams in the Bronx
A cleanup and new buildings – including a hotel – are on tap for environmentally tainted lots in the South Bronx.
via Chelsea Now
Less Help For the Hungry in Chelsea
In a sad sign of the times, the food pantry at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church has cut back services to the needy.
Adding African Spice to Soul Food
Grits, fried chicken and collard greens are some of the dishes soul food lovers crave. Two restaurants in Harlem are putting a North African spin on these old favorites.
via Crain's New York Business
No Dibs on BIDS For Staten Island
Staten Island is a virtual no man's land for Business Improvement Districts, frustrating local businesses and community leaders.