Just after 2 a.m. on July 30, 1916, a freight car loaded with TNT exploded at a munitions depot on Black Tom Island in New ...

The Port of New York and New Jersey handled more inbound shipping containers than any other U.S. port in March, snagging the top spot from the typically busier ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach on ...

Southwest Brooklyn is home to the nation’s fourth-oldest active military post, which recently celebrated its 200th birthday. U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hamilton, located adjacent to the ...

Planning your trip and wondering if the Statue of Liberty is worth it? You’ve always heard about the iconic Statue of Liberty in the New York City Harbor, but you’re not sure if the adventure is worth ...

The water in New York City’s harbor is notoriously dirty, but one Swiss watch company is helping a local project clean it up by restoring the city’s once-thriving oyster population. Oris just released ...

A historic Staten Island to Brooklyn crossing marks the start of new routes, smoother rides and big ambitions.

In 1850, the depth of New York Harbor was between 10 and 20 feet. Today, the harbor is more than 50 feet deep. The change in the depth of one of the world’s largest natural harbors is the result of ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. 1 print : lithograph ; image 08 x 17 ...

Discover where to watch New Year’s Eve 2025 fireworks in New York City, from Central Park to Brooklyn, yachts, waterfront ...

In another go-round of its support for the Billion Oyster Project, independent watch brand, Oris, launches the New York Harbor Limited Edition II Aquis Date watch. While the launch of the watch, from ...

Although "no credible threats" have been identified, New York City officials say more NYPD officers—both uniformed and ...