According to the NYPD, the 30-year-old man was on the tracks on the B and C line at the station at West 96th Street and Central Park West when an oncoming train hit him around 7:05 a.m. Monday. Police said the train operator saw the man on the tracks but was not able to stop the train in time. Police said the man was pronounced dead on the scene around 7:30 a.m.
The Upper West Side has long been one of Manhattan's most iconic neighborhoods. From its cultural landmarks like Lincoln Center to its leafy brownstone blocks and proximity to Central Park, the Upper West Side blends creativity, intellect, and sophistication. It's also a neighborhood where wellness, authenticity, and quality matter deeply. That's why, as cannabis legalization grows across New York, Upper West Side consumers are seeking top shelf weed that reflects their values-potent, clean, and crafted with care.
Welcome to another installment in the Rag's Historical Photo Challenge. The image above was taken somewhere on the Upper West Side, sometime in the past. Can you figure out where, when, and what it shows? Look closely; this week's challenge photo, like the others in the series, includes clues that will help you identify the scene, if you're a dedicated UWS history sleuth.
The first news accounts of squatters in New York City were published in the 1850s, as impoverished German and Irish immigrants surged into the city. Charles Loring Brace wrote about them for The New York Times, describing the rough cabins they lived in and the rough living many eked out, by picking through the streets to collect and sell anything of value.
As a reminder, the building has a supply of two-burner hot plates available for residents who may need them. These hot plates can be picked up...