A huge shoutout to Bodega 88 and owner David Arias on celebrating 10 years, here, on the Upper West Side!🥳🍾 It was a privilege to join you this weekend in celebrating, and I am continually grateful for the opportunity to partner on so many initiatives that support our community.

🧺🍽️A fantastic afternoon joining the Longest Table last month for an Upper West Side community picnic! Great to join with residents, @galeabrewer.bsky.social, Senator Erik Bottcher, and my fellow 24 Precinct Community Council Directors for an afternoon of conversation and great food.

I was privileged to join Judge Iliana Marcus in support of her candidacy for Supreme Court. Judge Marcus is a proven leader who has dedicated her career to public service rooted in integrity & a commitment to justice. I have no doubt she will continue to serve with distinction on the Supreme Court.

As a City, we have a duty to preserve this landmark. As West Side residents, we have a responsibility to speak up and fight to save West Park Presbyterian.

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The final vote on West Park Presbyterian Church's fate could happen on August 18. www.westsiderag.com/2026/08/06/s...

An incredible evening joining our NYPD 24 Precinct, NYPD 20 Precinct, and NYPD PSA 6 for #NationalNightOut! 👮‍♂️🏙️ A special thank you to our Precinct Community Councils for your warm invitations and the opportunity to connect with so many neighbors and organizations from across the West Side.

I was truly honored to be recognized with the "Community Hero" award by the tenant association of Fredrick Douglass Houses here on the Upper West Side. Thank you for this honor and for allowing me to put our communities first.

It was a pleasure joining the Manhattan Democrats for their Spring Gala last month. A great evening with friends and leaders from across Manhattan who are committed to serving our communities and fighting for our city. 🏙️🗽

Hate has no place on the Upper West Side or anywhere in New York City. Thank you to Manhattan Shomrim and our NYPD for answering the call for our neighbors. We all have a responsibility to stand up when others won't, and make clear that our community won't let fear or hateful rhetoric divide us.

Fantastic morning joining our 87th Street Community Garden and 87th block association for a neighborhood meet and greet in the garden!🪴🌷

This morning, in my capacity as a Director of the 24th Precinct Community Council, I joined elected officials, community leaders, and my neighbors for a press conference in response to yesterday's horrific incidents on the Upper West Side. We will not allow hate to divide our neighborhoods.

Sometimes I sing 🎤🎶

50,000 people traveled to the Great Lawn in Central Park on Sunday to watch the World Cup Final. www.westsiderag.com/2026/07/21/c...

Central Park Hosts Biggest FIFA World Cup Final Watch Party in the World

The Central Park World Cup final watch party. Photo by Charlotte Robertson. By Charlotte Robertson Fifty thousand people descended upon

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It was a privilege to join former Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney, @virginiamaloney.bsky.social, and The New Majority MYC advocates as we rallied in support of the Equal Rights Amendment. I even had the opportunity to sit aboard the Golden Flyer II!

It was my honor to be awarded Civilian Advocate of the Year by the NYPD American Legion Post 460. It is one of my greatest privileges to stand with our men and women in uniform and alongside our Veterans. Thank you for this incredible recognition.

Privileged to join Japan's State Minister of the Environment, Mr. Tsuji Kiyoto for an evening dinner on the West Side! 🇯🇵

#ThrowbackThursday 🔙

I had a fantastic time joining JASA for their Annual Spring Gala. For many New York seniors, JASA is a lifeline, helping them to remain connected and supported in the communities they call home. It was a pleasure celebrating their work alongside so many dedicated advocates and supporters.

Check out where funding is headed to on the Upper West Side in the upcoming city budget. www.westsiderag.com/2026/07/07/u...

Upper West Side Funding Wins For the Next New York City Budget

The American Museum of Natural History is among the UWS institutions receiving funding in the next city budget. Fordmadoxfraud at

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Late night pit-stop 🧡💙

"The International Parade of Sail" took place on Saturday as tall boats traveled past the Upper West Side. www.westsiderag.com/2026/07/06/f...

Fleet of Tall Ships Travel Up the Hudson River: See Photos of the Eye-Catching Boats

A ship traveling up the Hudson River near West 92nd Street. Photo by Peggy Moss. By Gus Saltonstall A fleet

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It was a privilege to join our @fdny.bsky.social and FDNY Commissioner to watch this year's Fourth of July firework celebration 🎆 along the East River. As we celebrated our nation's 250th birthday, I was proud to commemorate this milestone alongside the men and women of New York's Bravest. 🚒🧑‍🚒

I still believe in America. As we celebrate our nation's 250th birthday, let's remember what has always made us strong, our people. Our diversity, our freedom, and our shared belief that despite our differences, we are all Americans. Proud to join Sail4th 250 🚢🇺🇸 as NYC kicked off America's 250th!

Fantastic time joining Sail4th 250 in partnership with @galeabrewer.bsky.social for the final community outreach event before this weekend's celebration. 🇺🇸🚢 It was a great afternoon on the Upper West Side speaking with neighbors about the upcoming events and this weekend's historic celebration!

The show will kick off at 8 p.m. on Saturday. www.westsiderag.com/2026/07/01/m...

Macy’s July 4 Fireworks 2026 Show To Ignite Over Hudson River and East River: What to Know

July 4th fireworks. Courtesy photo. By Gus Saltonstall The Macy's 4th of July Fireworks will take place over both sides

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Honored to attend the opening reception of The Promise of Liberty at the South Street Seaport Museum. I encourage every New Yorker to visit this incredible exhibit and reflect on the values that continue to define our city and our nation.

Proud to join Governor Kathy Hochul, Sail4th 250, the U.S. Navy, the U.S. Coast Guard, and city leaders as New York prepares to celebrate America's 250th birthday. 🇺🇸🎇 The largest gathering of tall ships ever assembled is coming to our city, making this a truly once in a generation celebration.

It was an honor to join the Brooklyn Cyclones for their annual Jewish Heritage Celebration and to stand on the field alongside an incredible group of Holocaust survivors as they threw out the ceremonial first pitch. Thank you to the Cyclones for continuing to host this important celebration.🇮🇱🏟️

Honored to receive the Legacy Builder Award from the Bronx Community Partnership Council and The Bharati Foundation. This recognition reflects the advocacy and commitment that we continue to pursue to strengthen the Upper West Side. Thank you to my friends, family, and the organizers!

#KnicksIn5️⃣ We brought the Larry O'Brien Trophy home to the greatest City in the world. 🧡💙🏆

The Riverside Memorial Chapel is located at the corner of West 76th Street and Amsterdam Avenue. www.westsiderag.com/2026/06/17/u...

UWS Chapel Completes $18M Renovation as it Celebrates 100 Years in the Neighborhood

The Riverside Memorial Chapel on the corner of West 76th Street and Amsterdam. All photos courtesy of Riverside Memorial Chapel.

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