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Tag: New York
The New Bronx: Starting Over After Prison
Al Lewis grew up in Brooklyn, but after years of crime, drug addiction, homelessness and prison he’s getting a fresh start. This time in The Bronx, at 72.
Long Island City Italians Nurture Traditions
Frank Stagliano, 69, keeps his roots close. The storefront at the ground level of his apartment building has two display windows. Red, white and green curtains—the colors… Read more “Long Island City Italians Nurture Traditions”
Jerome Study Raises Questions of Affordability
Bronx community members got together last night to discuss the implications of rezoning Jerome Avenue and what affordable housing really means
Businesses in Central Park Close for the Pope’s Visit
Mike Poulat, a Turkish Muslim pedicab rider of the Central Park, was smoking on his bike, thinking about what to do on the coming Friday. Usually on… Read more “Businesses in Central Park Close for the Pope’s Visit”
What New Jersey Commuters Need to Know Before the Pope’s Visit
As Pope Francis makes his way to New York City and Philadelphia over the weekend, the holy father will test the infrastructure of a transit system that… Read more “What New Jersey Commuters Need to Know Before the Pope’s Visit”
Far from Home
Written by Ashley E. Chappo, Video by Grete Suarez In January 2014, the government of Nigeria passed the Same Sex Marriage Prohibition Act, a bill that criminalized… Read more “Far from Home”
