Adding to the list of reopening coffee shops: Cafe Atelier, on Hudson and Franklin; and adding to the list of broken storefront windows: Jr. Sushi, Kori and The Drug Store.
Plus, it looks like Blood Manor has packed up; the Townley Cafe is just closed temporarily, despite signs to the contrary. / 5 comments
Love notes and free beer for first responders from the neighborhood; Boomerang is delivering toys to kids in need AND is delivering locally too.
The local staple on Duane Park is open for window pickup or delivery of their house favorites -- both food (think Hideaway Burger) and drink (think Dark n Crabbie). Oh, and fries. / 4 comments
A chance encounter during a jog down the Westside Highway fulfills a girl's longtime wish, and fills a void in a family's life during quarantine. / 8 comments
The bar on Warren has been cleaned out; Dr Smood is open in the Goldman breezeway; Pure Liquid is open in the Oculus; the Downtown Alliance checks in on local business owners. / 3 comments
The Conrad is housing healthcare workers for free; Chobani in Soho has been converted into a food bank; and a reflection on the deafening sound of silence.
The community center and its programs here and across the borough are in dire financial shape. If schools don't open in September, it will only get worse. / 6 comments
I don't recommend going out in the wee hours, but still, it's surreal to see closed subway stations and completely empty streets. / 5 comments
Both Hudson River Park and Battery Park City parks are patrolled by security services, but only the NYPD can issue summonses for social distancing. Pro tip: best to go out on weekdays. / 11 comments
Community Board 1 is holding all of its meetings live on the WebEx platform. Up this month: approval for a liquor license on Vestry, discussions on social distancing, moving Charging Bull.
A boat moors off Pier 25. Plus Pine Street first graders chat with first responders; trotting down Varick Street.
With all the talk about "prediction markets" what are the odds for an FBI raid. — G / The Epstein files are on Reade Street
Aw - that's sad. — B / FedEx coming to Park Place and West Broadway
why did Artion Cafe last for less than 11 months? why are comments not posted unless moderated? why are all... — c / Sneak Peek: Artion Bakery and Cafe
Hi Elizabeth! As a current dog owner, out of necessity, I intentionally make it my business to see that my... — Ron / Nosy Neighbor: Are dogs allowed on the turf at Pier 25?
As one of the petitioners that signed for a dog run, it is definitely needed more than another basketball court.... — Natalie / Grand Canal basketball court should be back by end of summer
Nonna Dora’s is very special. I don’t think I’ve had better pasta anywhere else in NYC. Exquisitely prepared with just... — SW / Catching Up With New Kids: Nonna Dora’s
Happy to lend our gallery space if useful for any of the groups. — Hal Bromm / Four schools stranded after building accident on Broadway