Samantha Springer
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9th Street Community Garden is a haven in the East Village
Tucked away in small corners and on empty lots of the concrete jungle, are tiny havens of greenery – New […]
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NY high maternal mortality rates lead to legislation
The bill, which is expected to be signed into law this year, will establish a Maternal Mortality Review Board that promises to “review maternal mortality and morbidity, analyze their causes and disseminate strategies for reducing the risks.”
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East Village eyesore’s future remains uncertain
Before it was a cracking, boarded-up shell, the former school building was used as a community center of sorts.
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Changes to east river park renovation have residents up in arms
The John V. Lindsay East River Park is facing a four year closure for renovations. Photo by Samantha Springer. […]
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Protestors march for immigrant rights fighter who faces deportation
#IStandWithRavi signs are popular amid the crowd gathered outside the US Customs Court and Federal Building Monday morning. They were […]
Business
Brick and Mortar stores fight to survive
Artist rendering of American Dream Mall. courtesy of americandream.com The days of big department stores with glittering windows and endless racks […]
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Black Friday is dip for brick and mortar stores
Sales are up online and down in stores.
Special Report: Midterm Elections 2018
Christians look to their faith to help them vote
Some Christians in Austin, Texas are reframing the strict conservative label often associated with a traditionally “red” state located on […]
Features
Protesting Trump with buttons
“It’s a matter of protesting,” said Rossen. “And what the hell, let’s make a little money, too. Anything to blow off steam.”
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Fashion Show gives Faces to the Homeless
"I was wrong," she said. "It’s not that easy to judge who they are.”