Famous Former Residents of The Dakota
The legendary Dakota has been home to many prominent figures, and still is. Here, we’re providing a list of some of the most unarguable legends who once called 1 West …
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UWS Artist Named “New Yorker of the Week”
Anne Watkins, an Upper West Sider since 1976, was recently named NY1’s “New Yorker of the Week”.
Let Him Eat Cake: I Baked For John Lennon
December 8, 2020 marks the 40th anniversary of John Lennon’s death in the archway of The Dakota. Roy Lutter baked for John, a frequent customer of a popular Upper West …
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Three Upper West Side Kids Who Became Famous
If asked who has lived on the Upper West Side, almost anyone will answer “artists, writers, musicians and other creatives.” Right, of course. Specific remarkable examples are three heroes of …
What Are You Thankful For? Interviews with Upper West Siders
It’s been a tough year, but we’ve interviewed some Upper West Siders who still feel gratitude for what they have. Have a listen for some positive vibes this Thanksgiving!
Blind Man Runs Through Central Park with Help of New App
Thomas Panek, a blind man who is also the CEO of Guiding Eyes For The Blind, used a new app to run a 5K (3.1 miles) through Central Park last …
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An Interview with Long Time Book Stand Vendor Charles J. Mysak
Charles Mysak is an Upper West Side legend. His bookstand sits between 67th and 68th Streets on Columbus Avenue and has been running for over 20 years with little interruption. …
Upper West Siders Share Post-Election Thoughts
People around the world joined spontaneous celebrations Saturday morning when Joe Biden and Kamala Harris were named president and vice president elect.
Violinist Serenades Voters on 84th Street
On Election Day, violinist and Broadway musician @suzyperelman performed near Frank McCourt High School at 145 West 84th Street. The unexpected street concert was seen and documented by @byclaudineko, who sent …
Upper West Side Artist, Stephen Galiczynski, Selected as Finalist in Two Prestigious Competitions
Artist Stephen Galiczynski is a 30+ year UWS resident and father of two. He runs a local painting and wallpapering business called Steve G’s, and this year, his artwork was …
