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Nosy Neighbor: Why was this giant rock unloaded here?
A bike rack and a granite boulder were added to the streetscape to help make the intersection safer. But don't get me started on flexible delineators. / 2 comments
The city opens “The Arches” under the Brooklyn Bridge
One acre of public space that was once a haven for skateboarders is now open under the Brooklyn Bridge.
Seen & Heard: 10 years of sunshine
Plus a monumental installation at Brooklyn Bridge Park; Downtown Alliance honors safety officers; new left turn signal at West Broadway and Chambers. / 2 comments
Seeking clarity on the Governors Island plans
The "Center for Climate Solutions" is a 33-acre development site; this plan so far is the "New York Climate Exchange" and is just five acres of the bigger site. / 2 comments
Rally today to make 5 WTC affordable
The LMDC recently voted to allow plans for the residential tower to go through, but with only 25 percent affordable units. / 2 comments
Radisson at 52 William to be used by the city for a migrant shelter
The city does not divulge addresses of shelters, but reading between the lines suggest they will be using the Radisson to deal with the influx of migrants. / 1 comment
Slideshow: The Brooklyn Banks and the Brooklyn Bridge anchorage
More images of the striking areas under the bridge, including stone arches, steel trusses and hills of brick.
Parts of the Brooklyn Banks will open on May 24
One acre of public space will open underneath a vestigial ramp of the Brooklyn Bridge now used for parking by the NYPD.
Other private uses of public space that make neighbors nuts
There are a lot of abuses of our shared public spaces, and that's not even including placard parking! / 14 comments
In the News: Bâtard will close May 20
Plus a Mueller prosecutor buys a condo on N. Moore; a suit against the conversion of 55 Broad; congestion pricing is one step closer.
West Broadway dining sheds make way for bike path
The city is clearing the way for the bike path. And plans for future dining sheds are still up in the air. / 41 comments
This weekend: Five Boro Bike Tour, Bogardus and Jane’s Walk
There is lots of action in the neighborhood this weekend. The key will be staying put or getting out early.
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We are all mourning the passing of the last of the Capsouto brothers. We will remember them fondly for all... — Pamela Wittmann / Samuel Capsouto, the last of three brothers who helped establish the neighborhood, dies at 76
Tracy, This is such a nice tribute and so well said. If you want to come and share your thoughts... — Pamela Wittmann / Samuel Capsouto, the last of three brothers who helped establish the neighborhood, dies at 76
Capsouto Freres was a wonderful place where people could get great food at affordable prices. Mama Eva was always in... — Dan Alterman / Samuel Capsouto, the last of three brothers who helped establish the neighborhood, dies at 76
Madelyn, Thank you for your astute remarks. A truly wonderful family; each generation. — Suellen Epstein / Samuel Capsouto, the last of three brothers who helped establish the neighborhood, dies at 76
Beautifully said, Tracy. — Franklin Foodie / Samuel Capsouto, the last of three brothers who helped establish the neighborhood, dies at 76
My first date with my husband Steven 42 years ago was at Capsouto Freres. My husband did business with the... — Madelyn Wils / Samuel Capsouto, the last of three brothers who helped establish the neighborhood, dies at 76
When my women’s group feted me on my 50th birthday they asked me to pick my favorite spot so we... — Jean Grillo / Samuel Capsouto, the last of three brothers who helped establish the neighborhood, dies at 76