All articles tagged with #east harlem
Originally Published 20 days ago — by ABC7 New York
A garbage truck in East Harlem lost control and crashed into scaffolding, killing a woman standing beneath it. The driver fled the scene, and a passenger was hospitalized; no arrests have been made.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Gothamist
The MTA has approved a nearly $2 billion contract to begin construction on the long-delayed Second Avenue Subway extension into East Harlem, including new tunnels and stations, marking a significant milestone 50 years after work was halted in 1975. The project aims to serve 110,000 daily riders and is part of a broader plan to improve transit in Manhattan, with early work starting in September and tunnel boring expected to begin in 2027.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WABC-TV
A man was killed after being pushed onto subway tracks in East Harlem, with one person in custody following the unprovoked attack at the E. 125th Street and Lexington Avenue station. The victim was struck by an incoming No. 4 train, and a 45-year-old man has been taken into custody with charges pending as the investigation continues.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Gothamist
The MTA plans to use the "cut and cover" method to build a portion of the Second Avenue subway in East Harlem, tearing up five blocks of streets to keep costs down. The extension will run 1.5 miles with three new stations, and the agency has awarded a $182 million contract for relocating utilities in the area. However, further progress is contingent on funding from the planned congestion pricing program, and the MTA will not issue additional contracts until legal challenges to the tolls are resolved.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
The cheapest apartment currently on the market in New York City is a 200-square-foot studio in East Harlem priced at $110,000, down from $115,000. However, potential buyers must meet income restrictions, with gross annual earnings not exceeding $59,940, and the purchase must be made in cash. The cozy co-op is located in a historic building from 1910 and offers space for a bed, bathroom, and a small dining area. The current owner has utilized space-saving solutions, such as a Murphy bed and creative storage options. Maintenance for the apartment is approximately $750 per month, including utilities.