Nosy Neighbor: Why were Starbucks mysteriously closed yesterday?
Any idea why dozens of Starbucks across the city were mysteriously "temporarily closed" yesterday? Seems like only one of the fifty or so below 14th Street (on Lafayette Street) was open.
Finding a vaccine in the neighborhood
There are several sites in the neighborhood for getting the vaccine if you are eligible, but it will take some patience to make it happen. / 21 comments
The streets will now be even quieter…
The NYPD cracks down on music at curbside restaurants, plus winter sets in, ending one of the few bright spots during the pandemic. / 10 comments
Newsletter: January 18 | Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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Where in Tribeca?
Where in Tribeca is this unlikely door? (At least there's a little cast iron to go with it.) / 2 comments
CB1 Licensing Committee approves beer and wine license for Cocoon
The members-only family learning and play space will be able to offer beer and wine to its (adult) members inside and on the sidewalk. / 9 comments
Wolfgang’s closed for violating mask orders and curbside dining protocol
As far as I know, this is the first restaurant in the neighborhood to be closed for violating the rules regulating curbside dining structures and mask orders. / 4 comments
Howard Hughes’ plan for 250 Water fails to get approval from Landmarks
The Landmarks Commission gives its support for the expanded Seaport Museum building on John but sends the developer back to the drawing board on 250 Water. / 8 comments
Nosy Neighbor: What happened to the driver who killed a woman on West Street?
The case against Sherman Harrison, charged with killing a woman after he hit her car at 113 mph on West Street, is pending an evaluation of his mental health. / 3 comments
Seen & Heard: CBD for Dry January
Plus the Battery Park City Library is open for grab-and-go; it's the Year of the Ox; new year's activities at The China Institute.
Working the line at CityMD
The new system works well if you are local for the day; plus it's exciting to hear about folks getting their first rounds of the vaccine. / 14 comments
Newsletter: January 14
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Robert Ripps book
History of Tribeca Buildings
In other local news, one of our high profile local restaurant groups has acquired the long vacant Tribeca Tavern space... — Reademan / Carnegie Diner & Café and Delos Greek Restaurant coming to 200 Chambers
Hi, Found this in Eater https://ny.eater.com/2025/5/21/24433838/carnegie-diner-carnegie-hall-lawsuit-nyc — DT / Carnegie Diner & Café and Delos Greek Restaurant coming to 200 Chambers
I have lived in Tribeca on and off since 1979…45 of the 50 years since my move to this fantastic... — Suzy Benzinger / Mamdani wins mayoral race; Cuomo takes Tribeca
Sandra, Some of us in Tribeca are compassionate and see everyone on the street as a human being, regardless of... — Matthew / Mamdani wins mayoral race; Cuomo takes Tribeca
Jay Street needs a refresh!! — Brian M. / In the News: A deep dive into laying stone streets
Some big neighborhood news from the Post: https://nypost.com/2025/11/09/business/carnegie-diner-owner-expanding-to-chambers-street/ — Reademan / Seen & Heard: Tre Sorelle has reopened
Replying to JSA: Interesting note, though please keep in mind the intricate and fluid relationships among NYC's many modes of... — Komanoff / Mamdani wins mayoral race; Cuomo takes Tribeca