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In the News: “Ghostbusters” Proposal
Plus: Crane operator blamed for accident; the history of a Reade Street building; local politician on housing affordability; Armoury profile; past and future thefts; Pedro Almodóvar's apartment. / 1 comment
Seen & Heard: Two New Shops Are Open on Duane
Selling home goods, apparel, and plants. Plus: Architects moonlighting as artists; Community Board 1 to talk about a new plan for street vendors; permits for the indoor space on Governors Island.
American Apparel Is Closing Its Tribeca Store
The company, which has sought chapter 11 protection, says that any buyer of its stores is unlikely to want the Tribeca one (or eight others around the country).
Seen & Heard: Janovic Ceiling Collapse
Plus: CityMD is opening a FiDi location; local artist Miljan Suknovic's gallery show; "Test Drive Your Jokes" shoot; "Where in Tribeca...?" answer.
Spotlight: Boomerang Toys
"I raised my kids here," says Karen Barwick, owner of Boomerang Toys, an important Tribeca resource for 14 years. "They went to local schools and played on local teams. We're really immersed in the community, and I like that." / 2 comments
Seen & Heard: Shopping for a Christmas Tree
Plus: The stench at W. Broadway and Warren; Greek restaurant plan includes a retail bakery; the Flea has relocated; Buddha Bar opening forecast; "Where in Tribeca...?" remains unsolved. / 6 comments
In the News: Tribecan Accused of Attacking Postal Worker
Plus: Lower Manhattan is crowded; the World Trade Center mall's relative lack of holiday decor; parents unhappy with school bus service; remembering Edward Albee; forthcoming Pier 40 vote; how Downtown Alliance's head spends Sunday; another Two Bridges mega-development. / 10 comments
Christina Lehr Is Closing Her Shop
Everything is at least half off, with some items up to 75% off. / 1 comment
New Kid on the Block: Canal Street Market
“We wanted to do something to reinvigorate Canal Street,” says Philip Chong, whose family owns Canal Street Market. Have they ever: The 28 vendors are a massive upgrade for a stretch of Canal known more for souvenir schlock. / 1 comment
Seen & Heard: Stalker at Whole Foods
Plus: Bartender's "sex party" case against Club Remix was dismissed; how to apply for the community board; Cheryl Hazan art exhibit; best T-shirts ever.
Seen & Heard: Kittens Rescued from Loading Dock
Plus: Holiday record and CD sale; 70 Vestry is growing fast; what 1st Precinct drivers are afraid of; "Layers" art show. / 12 comments
In the News: Tribeca Privilege
Plus: Efforts to save a fabulous FiDi sign; sweet story about a coffee-cart vendor; injured hawk rescued in Hanover Square; map showing language usage around here. / 4 comments
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I was never a huge fan of his work, but I like 8 Spruce enough. A good sunset does the... — malcolm / Architect Frank Gehry and Downtown
I know I'm coming off as a fanboy, and maybe I am a bit, but when you look downtown and... — mulciber / Architect Frank Gehry and Downtown
I knew a few people who live there. The apartments are handsome and well-appointed, but they're typical apartments, with box-like... — mulciber / Architect Frank Gehry and Downtown
I'm not sure where you're getting this from, but Mr. Gehry had strong feelings about vernacular architecture, and he considered... — mulciber / Architect Frank Gehry and Downtown
Thank you TC for sharing these fascinating video portraits of artist neighbors created by Joshua Charow. Wonderful interviews of amazing... — Wendy W / Seen & Heard: Shopping at Merlette for one day only
I plan on contacting the NYPD very soon to investigate some of my own recent experiences around the neighborhood. Frenchette... — Pepe / A report of tampered drinks at Casa Carmen
The flat side southern part of the building was the result of a cost saving measure, as the building started... — Luis Vazquez (FiDi Fan Page) / Architect Frank Gehry and Downtown