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Hell's Kitchen & Clinton

April 24, 2013

Construction Worker Injured Near Javits Center, FDNY Says

A worker was injured after falling in a construction site near the Javits Center, FDNY said.

Chelsea

October 22, 2012

Adorable Cats and Dogs Take Javits Center by Furry Storm

Hundreds of pets strutted their fluff during the American Kennel Club's 'Meet the Breeds' event.

Hell's Kitchen & Clinton

October 12, 2012

Comic Con Sees Sci-Fi Lovers Descend on Javits Center

The annual convention got under way Thursday and drew tens of thousands.

Chelsea & Hell's Kitchen

January 09, 2012

Javits Center Plagued With Problems From the Start

The Jacob K. Javits Convention Center seemed plagued with problems even before it opened in 1986.

Chelsea & Hell's Kitchen

January 06, 2012

Replace Javits Site With Park and Housing, Locals Say

A community plan would make room for affordable housing and expand Hudson River Park on the Javits space.

Chelsea & Hell's Kitchen

January 05, 2012

Gov. Cuomo Proposes Razing Javits Center in State of the State Speech

Gov. Andrew Cuomo proposed razing the Javits Center to create new development on Manhattan's west side.

Chelsea & Hell's Kitchen

November 19, 2011

Cat in a Hat and Other Plucky Pets at Javits Center

The Javits Center hosted the American Kennel Club's "Meet the Breeds," a display of exotic cats and dogs, on Nov. 19, 2011.

Chelsea & Hell's Kitchen

March 13, 2011

GLBT Expo Highlights Social Outlets and Support Services

Thousands come to Javits Center event.

Manhattan

March 11, 2011

New York's Japanese Community Ready to Help Tsunami Victims

The city's Japanese community is reeling from news of the tsunami, but also looking for ways to help.

Midtown

January 23, 2011

World's Largest Motorcycle Show Speeds Into Manhattan

The show features new designs, high-tech gadgets and jaw-dropping stunts.

Midtown

October 13, 2010

Comic-book Dealer Turns Action Hero to Nab Alleged Thief at New York Comic Con

Matt Nelson chased down an alleged thief at the Javits Center who tried to make off with rare, valuable comics.

Manhattan

September 30, 2010

American Kennel Club Identifies Neighborhood Breeds

A week-long contest will determine which dog and cat breeds, from the Upper East Side to Chelsea, best represents the city.

Manhattan

April 07, 2010

West Side 7 Line Extension Running Over Budget, Says Engineering Firm

A week-long contest will determine which dog and cat breeds, from the Upper East Side to Chelsea, best represents the city.