News for Harlem and the Harlems of the World
When the U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear the appeal regarding Columbia University’s land and property seizures through eminent domain practices, many Harlem residents, business owners, and community group members went numb with tiring disbelief. Prior to when the New York State Court of Appeals rendered its decision in favor of Columbia’s eminent domain practices, […]
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The Silvana is an Israeli/Worldly themed Cafe-Bar located on 116th St in Harlem by Frederick Douglass Blvd. It is run by Sivan and Addel Ouedraogo. Sivan provided the information for this review during a gracious interview. Innovation was much on Sivan’s mind when the venue concept was created six months ago for the grand opening.
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As prices continue to increase, many hopeful homeowners who have been priced out are now considering purchasing fixer-uppers. However, when doing so buyers must use extra caution and be fully aware of the hurdles ahead. Start by looking for properties that have been on the market for an extended period of time. When a property
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One of the most difficult decisions we make is managing our dental health. The truth of the matter is that each person is ultimately responsible for the final results of his or her dental care. You select your dentist and consent to treatment. As we have often heard, “Let the buyer beware.” You have more
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Five hundred high school students, collegians, parents, mentors, and supporters braved the cold weather and snow covered streets to answer the challenge to “Discover Your Power.” That was both the theme and the spirited call-to-action of the Philadelphia Futures 2014 Annual Conference held on January 4 at Drexel University. Philadelphia Futures, a non-profit union of
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This February, while celebrating Black History Month and the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act, don’t miss the Mann Center’s official launch of the “Philadelphia Freedom Festival”. The Mann Center for the Performing Arts just announced this year’s seven-month endeavor which will commemorate the life of Octavius V. Catto — the legendary 19th century
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By Heather Greenleaf Tender hunks of pork shoulder, deeply flavored with cumin, sat atop a thick tangy melt-away mojo sauce peppered with tiny pork bits. Bright cilantro, soft strands of tangy red onion, and sour segments of orange balanced out the heady dish, called Masitas de Puerco ($16), and the highlight of dinner at Jose
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Valentine’s Day is upon us, and whether you’re single or in a relationship, here are six fun and creative ideas on how to spend cupid’s holiday in Atlanta. If music is on your itinerary of love, check out these fabulous places to get your night started right. Acoustix Jazz Restaurant and Lounge will host The
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Recently I had the opportunity to dine at The Optimist restaurant on Howell Mill Road. My inner round girl, whose name is Gloria aka Glo for short, was very much happy to oblige. It was brutally cold outside, so pulling up to valet with no line was a fantastic way to start my dining experience.
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D.C. Public Schools (DCPS) usually make news due to less than flattering circumstances; over the years the embattled public school system has made headlines for lackluster teaching, crumbling infrastructure, and vermin infestations. However, last month DCPS made headlines for positive reasons, at least initially: according to the biennial National Assessment of Educational Progress, D.C. Public
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