NOSY NEIGHBOR: WHY IS THE PLAZA AT 33 THOMAS CLOSED?
“No more outdoor space for walking, eating, sitting, pondering. It doesn’t seem so neighborly for an urban center of space to be used for free parking and private usage.”

@fivedime.nyc
8 Park Place Tribeca

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NEW KID ON THE BLOCK: URvet
The local chain, founded by pet owners on the Upper East Side last year, is open seven days a week.

SEEN & HEARD
New sushi to open next week. Plus Brookfield’s summer seating area is open; fond memories of The Tombs; two more lunchtime concerts in Fidi.

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FRANZ LEICTHER, A FOUNDER OF HUDSON RIVER PARK, HAS DIED AT 92
The longtime state senator fought for abortion rights, same-sex marriage, the legalization of marijuana — and a riverfront park for the Westside.

CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT 2023: CHRISTOPHER MARTE
City Council Primary 2023: Christopher Marte
The candidates take on a few hot issues in a short questionnaire. This is entry number one.

NOSY NEIGHBOR: IS IT ART? A PRANK? A HOADER SITUATION?
Seeking answers to a couple neighbors’ questions about a car piled high with furniture…

IN THE NEWS
A new residential tower for Fidi. Plus a retrospective of artist Bibi Lenček; a refuge for Rafael Viñoly; talking finance with Bubby’s.