Plus: Alexander Wang may move his company to FiDi; how Houseman avoids being noisy; sailing lessons off Pier 25; another tourist arrested for climbing the Brooklyn Bridge; why the city should absorb Battery Park City.
Plus: Checking in with exiled Manhattan Sailing School; American Thread Building analysis; bagel sign. / 2 comments
The Battery Park City Authority all but told local resident and all-around beloved guy Michael Fortenbaugh that he's out. A rally is being held Monday at 6 p.m. / 22 comments
Plus: Street closures this weekend; rumor about the old OTB space on Park Place and Murray; another costume shop; nautical fun at the Battery Park City Block Party. / 3 comments
Yes, it's good progress in eradicating the counterfeit bazaar. At least the "entrepreneurs" who distribute "Rolexes" and "Gucci" rarely lay... — Marcus / The finalized rules for outdoor dining
Nice to have this addition, but the interior looks like something you would have found in the old Laguardia Airport... — amanda / New Kid in Brookfield: Sixpoint Taproom
"For Rent" sign now posted above the restaurant. I guess this smaller shop did not do the trick. — james / The Slice: A new home for Cafe Amore plus a pizza update
Honestly that sounds like the least of the transgression. Compared to sidewalk occupation for profit. I actually have’t even noticed... — R. / The finalized rules for outdoor dining
paakre@gmail.com Now if the police and fire departments would just stop parking on the sidewalk! I love being a pedestrian,... — Patricia Aakre / The finalized rules for outdoor dining
Not to mention their daily meetings with complete staff on the street. — Patricia Aakre / The finalized rules for outdoor dining
Personally I think a reset is needed. Outdoor dining shed was a pandemic measure that was part experimental and meant... — R. / The finalized rules for outdoor dining