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This Is New York

About this feature

This is the city’s story and every day it’s different. Our reporters see unique things that make their neighborhoods great. This blog is for those moments that make you scratch your head, celebrate, or gripe to your coworker about how, for better or worse, "This is New York."    

Yorkville »

Why commission a song if you're just going to criticize it, we ask?

Central Harlem »

We asked you where to get the best chopped cheese in the city and literally no one was willing to say.

West Harlem »

Share this history lesson with your kids while they unwrap their holiday gifts this year.

Midtown »

Etiquette expert Myka Meier says her rules aren't outdated and aren't just for elite New Yorkers.

Financial District »

On the 100th floor, at One World Observatory, two penguins strutted about for crowds of kids.

Upper East Side »

Skyscrapers, airports, highways and sports arenas have been erected while we've waited for the train.

TriBeCa »

Looking for a quirky last-minute holiday gift? We've found it. 

Washington Heights »

Whether you're heading of town out by car, bus, train or plane, here's how you can prepare.

Astoria »

Some events will include appearances from directors or others who worked on the films.

Upper West Side »

Catch up on what's going on in your neighborhood with some help from your smartphone.

Fordham »

The garden's 15th annual orchid show will run from Feb. 18 through April 9 next year.

Kingsbridge »

The neighborhood offers New Yorkers affordability and close proximity to the subway, StreetEasy said.

Bed-Stuy »

If the eyes of New Yorkers keeping New York safe didn't follow you before, they will now.

Central Harlem »

Whole Foods sells chopped cheese sandwiches for $8, double the average cost at a bodega.