Nine Magic Numbers for an Education
The lack of a social security number can make it difficult for young undocumented immigrants in New York to get a strong education.
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Motorcyclists Get Parking Pass
Some motorcycle and scooter riders avoid paying parking meter fees by taking off the vehicle's license plate.
Top Teacher Brings Lessons to Life
Science teacher Homer Panteloglou, who inspires his students inside and outside of the classroom, recently notched an education award.
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Going Bagless in Brooklyn
Some small shops are no long offering customers disposable bags with purchases.
Hey, Spike: It’s Reggie Miller Time Again
A new documentary recounts former Indiana Pacers great Reggie Miller's legendary, trash-talk-filled 1990s rivalry with the New York Knicks.
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Bronx Gym Takes Center Ring
When the world’s most famous boxer chose to fight a New York welterweight, Manny Pacquiao wasn’t just plucking a relative unknown out of obscurity — he was elevating a Bronx gym.
Grannies Battle War
Grandmothers Against the War protest every Wednesday afternoon at Rockefeller Center.
Spending Green to be Green
The Green Products Expo touted everything from home soda-making kits to eco-friendly pots and pans.