This holiday season, go beyond the ordinary and celebrate one-of-a-kind small businesses offering everything from eco-friendly toys to interactive experiences. It’s also a way to support New York City’s diverse […]
Posted inImmigration
What it’s like to be an immigration lawyer right now
Not even hours after Donald Trump was declared the winner, immigration lawyers began receiving panicked queries: What happens to those of us on temporary status? Is there a way to […]
Posted inHealth
During the holidays, harm reduction groups offer a lifeline to New Yorkers facing overdose risks
Ed Manchess can’t wait for the pernil, or slow-cooked pork roast, his team is serving up for Christmas at the Bronx-based harm reduction center he directs. It has less to […]
Posted inFeatured Artist
Paolo Javier: Former Queens Borough Poet Laureate
This week we welcome Paolo Javier, a former Queens Borough Poet Laureate (2010-2014). Javier’s interdisciplinary work has featured in PS1 MoMA’s Greater New York show and in the Queens International […]
Posted inHousing
“City of Yes” gets to the finish line, but the work is far from done
Update: The “City of Yes” housing plan has been approved since the initial publication of this story. Today, the City Council is expected to pass Mayor Eric Adams’ “City of […]
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This week in housing: Apartments for $544 a month, plus how to get your security deposit back
We have two lotteries to tell you about this week, one with rents that start as low as $544 a month. Plus, according to Gothamist, nearly 5,000 New Yorkers filed […]
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Tips to help parents afford the holidays
It’s hard to believe it, but December is officially here and the holidays are in full swing. While it’s meant to be a time of joy, the season’s financial strain […]
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Herbal tonics with Jamaican roots move beyond Queens
Strolling through a Caribbean market in Queens or a Key Food or Food Town throughout the city, you might spot a bottle of Liquid Blenz herbal drinks. These infusions, with […]
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“Heat of the Moment” Exhibition Expands to Miami On View December 4-8 at the Satellite Art Show on Lincoln Road Mall
Epicenter is taking the “Heat of the Moment” exhibition on the road to the Satellite Art Show from Wednesday, December 4 to Sunday, December 8, 2024, during the iconic Miami […]
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How Trump’s immigration policies could affect you and your loved ones
As President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration nears, the future of our city of immigrants feels uncertain. This includes concerns ranging from the threat of mass deportations to an unwelcome climate for […]
