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Why So Many Seniors Take a Pass on Food Stamps

By Niina Heikkinen on May 17, 2014 On the Edge, Two New Yorks

Why So Many Seniors Take a Pass on Food Stamps

Even when they need help, the stigma can seem like too much

Podcast: Standing Up To Street Harassment

By Niina Heikkinen on April 24, 2014 anti-street harassment, Featured, Hollaback! Multimedia, NY City Scene, Photo

Podcast: Standing Up To Street Harassment

New Yorkers rally against street harassment in Washington Square.

International Pillow Fight Day in Washington Square

By Niina Heikkinen on April 9, 2014 Multimedia, NY City Scene, Photo

International Pillow Fight Day in Washington Square

Once a year, feathers fly in Washington Square as hundreds fling pillows at each other

Video: Septuagenarian Speed Skater Hits the Ice

By Niina Heikkinen on March 6, 2014 Featured, Flushing Meadows, seniors, speed skating, Video Video, What's New?

Video: Septuagenarian Speed Skater Hits the Ice

Bill Stone is a 77-year-old speed skater who has been taking to the ice in Queens for the past 20 years.

Snow Gives Florists Valentine Headaches

By Niina Heikkinen on February 14, 2014 Featured, florists, flowers, romance, Upper West Side, Valentine's Day NY City Scene, What's New?

Snow Gives Florists Valentine Headaches

Flower shops still manage to get orders in, with delays, but owners say it could have been worse.

Parents of Autistic Kids Look to Tracking Devices

By Niina Heikkinen on February 12, 2014 Attorney General Eric Holder, Avonte, Avonte Oquendo, Avonte's Law, Featured, GPS trackers, radio frequency trackers, Sen. Chuck Schumer, tracking devices Uncategorized, What's New?

Parents of Autistic Kids Look to Tracking Devices

After Avonte’s tragic death, federal aid may start covering the cost.

These Pooch Boots Are Made for Walking

By Niina Heikkinen on January 31, 2014 Upper West Side News, NY City Scene

These Pooch Boots Are Made for Walking

Salt is a problem for dogs. Boots and wax—or simple washing—can help.

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