Tribeca Citizen | Erik Torkells

Nosy Neighbor: What’s Up With the Building Under Renovation on Franklin?

"Between Hudson and Greenwich, on the south side of street, between Thalassa and defunct fire station. Is it going to be condos or rentals?" —A.

In the News: 40Worthgate!

A political break-in. Plus: Cheating at Stuyvesant; Julie Menin looks back; 4WTC worker impaled; Pier 40 dinner cruises; new recycling bin.

Seen & Heard: Carl’s Steaks Is Closed

But it'll be reborn as a truck. Plus: Saluggi's Sandwich Shop update; Tribeca Grand sidewalk seating; Kaffe 1668 as wine bar; Chipotle; cool shadow art.

Have Friends or Family Coming to Town?

The best houseguests actually stay in a hotel—but you can't put them just anywhere. Your best bet is the Duane Street Hotel, which combines the charm of a small hotel with the professionalism of a large one. Plus: Save 15% this summer. / Sponsored

Seen & Heard: Itizy Ice Cream Truck

Plus: Spend the night inside a Harrison Street townhouse; another fan of Bu & the Duck; watch movies in the W New York Downtown "Residential Lounge." / 1 comment

In the News: 4 World Trade Center Tops Out

Plus: City politicians like Jerry's; penthouse for sale; Hudson Square nightclub slammed by State Liquor Authority; chef leaves Demi Monde; lighting strikes 1WTC. / 1 comment

That’s All Folksy

There's a new exhibit at the South Street Seaport Museum: "Compass: Folk Art in Four Directions," curated by the American Folk Art Museum. It's sure to make you want to go to a flea market—or five. / 1 comment

This Townhouse Could Be Yours

Fireplace? Check. Terrace? Check. Private garage? Check. What more could a Triburban want? (How about wine storage for 3,000 bottles?) UPDATE: Curbed has the sales history. It was bought in '98 for $500K. / 6 comments