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We visited 8 laundromats to talk about voting and elections. Here's what people had to say.
As we inch closer to Election Day in November, WNYC is turning some laundromats in the New York metro area into hubs of civic dialogue.
By
Jodi Malarbe
and
George Bodarky
Published Jun 23, 2024
Aging with Pride: LGBTQ+ older adults share their personal journeys
As we mark Pride month, LGBTQ+ older adults share their struggles, triumphs and advice for today’s generations.
By
George Bodarky
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Aging with Pride: LGBTQ+ older adults share their personal journeys
As we mark Pride month, LGBTQ+ older adults share their struggles, triumphs and advice for today’s generations.
By
George Bodarky
Hands in the dirt: Meet some of NYC's community gardeners
By
Enrico Denard
and
George Bodarky
'In the very, very beginning, it was about 3 feet of garbage': How NYC’s first community garden got started
By
George Bodarky
Serving up BBQ ribs and a deep sense of community in the South Bronx since 1954
By
George Bodarky
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A holiday guide to NYC recycling
What you can and can’t recycle from your holiday gifts and celebrations.
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Arya Sundaram
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Even in a melting pot, uncommon names can boil over
New Yorkers share their experiences of carrying names that are challenging for English speakers, along with the perpetual microaggressions they must navigate.
By
Enrico Denard
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Gothamist unveils new website, larger vision for combined WNYC newsroom
We’re excited to unveil a redesigned look for Gothamist today, right on the eve of its 20th anniversary.
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Audrey Cooper
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A note to our commenting community
Some exciting changes are coming your way!
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Veronica de Souza
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Siblings, Cats And Other Disruptions: New York Students Reflect On Their First Week Of Online Learning
"The whole atmosphere feels very gloomy even though everyone in my family tries to make the best of the situation and have fun."
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Caroline Bauman, Chalkbeat
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Extra, Extra: Are Drake And JLo Dating?
A response to the traffic conspiracy claims, the longest Uber ride in history, what are Drake and JLo up to and more day's end links.
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David Colon
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Displaced Bushwick Families: Landlords 'Would Rather Rent To A White Man With A Dog Than Me With My Kids'
Families are fighting for their lives to remain in Bushwick.
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Neil deMause
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A Beginner's Guide To Tokyo
Jump into Gothamist Getaways, where we bring you stories about travel,
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Jessica Warriner
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Island Time: How to Slow Down in Curaçao
There are over 35 beaches to discover on the tiny island.
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Riding The Rapids Through The Grand Canyon
The river is deep and fast (and cold!), the waves are huge, and the views are unforgettable.
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Distilleries You Can Tour In And Around NYC
Whiskey lovers, are you tired of winery-hopping? These area distilleries are inviting you to swing by.
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16 Travel Essentials for 2016
Here's our shortlist of practical, quirky, ingenious, and occasionally ridiculous travel products for the guy or gal on the go.
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B&B 101: Six Tips For Finding The Perfect Lodging
One question to ask, "If the inn's been operating for a while: when was its last renovation?"
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Seven Truly Odd Spots In New York
Did you know there's a Dutchess County castle made with 80% recyclable materials?
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Getting Gritty On Dublin's North Side
It's got a rough-and-ready appeal, like maybe Hell's Kitchen before the Irish got pushed out, and some of the city's coolest sights are tucked away there.
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Skip The Boulevard And Explore Downtown Las Vegas
There's been an effort to inject fresh urban cool into seedy "old Vegas".
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Photos: Eating And Drinking In Kadikoy, The Asian Side Of Istanbul
It's a down-to-earth destination, where you're more likely to find locals having tea, shopping for groceries or hanging out with friends.
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Say Cheese! Sonoma County Cultivates A New Tourist Draw
Yes, there's a Cheese Trail.
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Mofongo Madness: Searching For Savory Starch In Old San Juan
Since we had many meals to anticipate, we made mofongo our mission.
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The Mile-High Wine Club: Swirl And Sip At 30,000 Feet
As consumers are drinking more and becoming more sophisticated about wine, airborne sommeliers are pulling out all the stops to make things interesting.
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