A PLAN TO ADD BIKE LANES TO THE HIGHWAY
The idea is to close one lane of the highway to create a two-way protected path from Chambers to 57th Street.

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NEW KID: HAPPY BE AT THE WALKER HOTEL
The rooftop bar is small in size and big on charming city views, especially at golden hour.

LAUGHING MAN NOW HAS BEER AND WINE
The coffee shop on Duane sought a temporary liquor license as a way to keep things afloat post-pandemic.

SEEN & HEARD
Practicing on a landmark: The FDNY sends new recruits up to the roof of Ladder 8. Plus the new Pace gallery on Broadway is coming along; dance party in BPC this weekend; no meetings for CB1 this month.

THE CANDIDATES 2022
MAUD MARON FOR THE 10TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT
The Soho resident, public defender and parent of four kids talks about public safety, simplifying the tax code and protecting civil rights.

IN THE NEWS
Best rooftop bars in the city. Plus an effort to preserve the lobby at 60 Wall; local restaurants make ‘best new’ list; the wait for Whole Foods Fidi.

SEEN & HEARD
Fire at Independence Plaza. Plus John Allan’s has closed on Laight; a manicure company that makes house calls; Hudson Square plants its 500th tree.