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RJ HIGTON and Company perform ‘Broadway Rhythm’ in “GOTTA DANCE! “

RJ HIGTON and Company perform ‘Broadway Rhythm’ in “GOTTA DANCE! “ ( Photo: Christopher Duggan,)

Some of the greatest dance productions to ever hit Broadway are recaptured in the Off Broadway show now at Stage 42.

“Gotta Dance!” Showcases Broadways Magical Moves

29 Apr 2026 | 06:20

If you miss—or missed—the great dance shows like “Jerome Robbins’ Broadway,” “Dancin,” “West Side Story” and “Chorus Line,” you are in luck. “Gotta Dance,” a medley of the greatest moments performed by magical feet, has just opened at Stage 42 on 42nd Street.

An amazing amount of talent in this production...

The Department of Transportation has unveiled two new renderings, one with a bike lane and one without, for its planned overhaul of Park Avenue that would expand pedestrian space.

The Department of Transportation has unveiled two new renderings, one with a bike lane and one without, for its planned overhaul of Park Avenue that would expand pedestrian space. ( Photo: DOT Rendering)

Bike Lane For Park Ave.? DOT Seeks Public Input on New Overhaul

30 Apr 2026 | 10:25

Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s administration is advancing a yearslong plan to put the “park” back in Park Avenue,...

Carl Wilson, the chief of staff for former city council member Erik Bottcher who was elected to the NYS Senate is the winner of the four-way race for city council district 3 on the west side. He was 17 points ahead of the number two candidate Lindsay Boylan in the April 28 special election.

Carl Wilson, the chief of staff for former city council member Erik Bottcher who was elected to the NYS Senate is the winner of the four-way race for city council district 3 on the west side. He was 17 points ahead of the number two candidate Lindsay Boylan in the April 28 special election. ( Photo: Carlwilsonnyc)

Wilson Leading Council Race for West Side Seat, Topping Boylan

29 Apr 2026 | 10:48

Carl Wilson racked up 43.1 percent of the ballots cast in the special election April 28 to fill the west...

The veteran editor had a knack for reinventing himself. In his storied career he served as editor of Money magazine, editor of George magazine in the 18 months after JFK Jr. perished and a health care detective as he himself battled health issues.

The veteran editor had a knack for reinventing himself. In his storied career he served as editor of Money magazine, editor of George magazine in the 18 months after JFK Jr. perished and a health care detective as he himself battled health issues. ( Photo: Linkedin)

Remembering Frank Lalli

29 Apr 2026 | 02:28

Frank Lalli, who passed away on April 27 at age 83, impacted so many journalists’ lives–including my...

Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced the plans to expand the Empire Bin program on April 17.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced the plans to expand the Empire Bin program on April 17. ( Photo: Courtesy of the NYC Mayor’s Office)

Trash Containerization to Expand to Downtown Manhattan by 2027

28 Apr 2026 | 02:20

Mayor Zohran Mamdani is kicking trash bags to the curb.

The mayor is pushing forward on the implementation...

A photo of victim Abdul Saleh and his young son was taped to the RIP sign outside Sal’s Deli on E. 13th St. and Ave. B. He also had a young daughter.

A photo of victim Abdul Saleh and his young son was taped to the RIP sign outside Sal’s Deli on E. 13th St. and Ave. B. He also had a young daughter. ( Photo: Keith J. Kelly)

Shooter Arrested, Charged with Murder of Beloved Deli Worker

28 Apr 2026 | 12:42

A 28-year-old involved in the shooting death of beloved deli worker Abdul Saleh was arrested on Sunday,...

Photo at West Side Democrats Annual Gala at Arte Care. From left: Council member Gale Brewer, Assedmbly member Linda B. Rosenthal, Jerry Nadler, WSD Prez Christine Annechino, NYS Comptroller Tom DiNapoli.

Photo at West Side Democrats Annual Gala at Arte Care. From left: Council member Gale Brewer, Assedmbly member Linda B. Rosenthal, Jerry Nadler, WSD Prez Christine Annechino, NYS Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. ( Photo/West Side Dems)

Jerry Nadler Starts Farewell Tour, Feted at Cafe Arte

27 Apr 2026 | 11:58

For the past 50 odd years, there’s really no west side story without Jerry Nadler. As a community activist,...

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