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The Tweet of the Week: I am a pro-choice voter

I am a pro-choice voter. And I will vote in November. Pass it on. — George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) May 3, 2022 We invite you to subscribe to the weekly Uptown Love newsletter, like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter & Instagram or e-mail us at [email protected].…

Overdose deaths continue to rise | Manhattan Times

The rate of overdose deaths in New York City continues to rise, according to a new report released by the city’s Health Department. In the first two quarters of 2021, there were 1,233 overdose deaths in New York City,…

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#TheGramUptown: Build Bridges Not Walls

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Uptown Collective (@uptowncollectiv) We invite you to subscribe to the weekly Uptown Love newsletter, like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter & Instagram or e-mail us at [email protected].…

#TBT: That time aliens invaded La Republica Dominicana

Back in 2013, Country Club, the popular Dominican soda brand, ran a brilliant ad campaign that featured a group of aliens coming to the Dominican Republic with nefarious intent but end up falling in love with Quisqueya. Enjoy!…

Listen: Genias in Music: La Lupe

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Latino USA (@latinousa) La Lupe was a force of nature. It was with good reason that the Cuban Afro-Latina songstress from the Bronx was known as the “Queen of Latin…

Mike Jones MIC - WHIN By Any Means

The Tweet of the Week: #Facts

I don’t like wearing masks. No one does. I love seeing people laugh and smile. But I will never understand how a measure to protect your health and others became a major flashpoint. The price of freedom is high.…

Gifted and Talented program expanded | Manhattan Times

By Gregg McQueen The New York City public school system is expanding access to Gifted and Talented programs, making them available in every school district for the first time. At a press conference on April 14, Mayor Eric Adams…

About Last Night: The Uptown Night Market Returns

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Uptown Collective (@uptowncollectiv) The first Uptown Night Market of the year was a rousing success. Under the protection of the iconic West Harlem Arches, not even the rain could dampen…