THE YEAR IN CRIME
Overall crime is down by less than a percentage point, but individual categories are up, most notably felony assault.

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NOSY NEIGHBOR:
THERE ARE PINEAPPLES GROWING ON THE HIGHWAY?
“And they look like a decent size. They might be missing one in a month!” Turns out pineapples are not just for the tropics anymore.

IN THE NEWS
The future of dining sheds. Plus a review of Beefbar; where to pee at The Battery; a collector and his wall-to-wall art.

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NOSY NEIGHBOR + BREAKING NEWS:
WHAT’S HAPPENING WITH THE WATER PLAY AT PIER 25?
“Wondering if you have any update on the status of the sprinkler area at Pier 25?” Plus a water features update on the new Science Playground with the giant sturgeon.

SEEN & HEARD:
Workout Tuesdays at Bogardus. Plus the sailing season opens at the Seaport; Pine Street School expands in Fidi; learn pop dance moves in BPC.