Tenants demand action on neglect and soaring rents in East Harlem

EAST HARLEM, Manhattan (PIX11) — Crowds of frustrated New Yorkers packed the steps of Esperanza Preparatory Magnet School in East Harlem Saturday morning, rallying against what they’re calling “rental rip-offs” and years of landlord neglect. Chanting “Fight, fight, fight! Housing is a human right!” residents from all five boroughs came together to call out unsafe […]

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Antisemitism bills passed by Council

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Flushing Library to close for upgrades

The Queens Public Library’s Flushing branch at 41-17 Main St. will close for approximately five weeks starting Monday, April 27, for the completion of two critical safety improvements.The work, managed by the New York City Department of Design and Construction,…

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