Welcome back to Governors Island!
The place never disappoints. And there are acres and acres of open lawn and empty fields to social distance in.
Yoga Shanti says namaste to Tribeca
Yoga Shanti, the city outlet of the Sag Harbor studio founded by Colleen Saidman Yee, has closed permanently along with its upstairs neighbor, Kula Yoga. / 5 comments
Just how masked is Tribeca?
A completely unofficial, unscientific study shows that a majority -- but certainly not 100 percent -- are using masks on public streets. / 10 comments
Redesign project for Brooklyn Bridge taking opinions
The public can join in for a discussion -- and competition by the Van Alen Institute -- on how to imagine the bridge's overcrowded walkway. / 3 comments
Seen & Heard: Basketball courts are open
Plus Marshall's has reopened, French Cleaners has closed (and the building is for sale) and a sleeping bandit has appeared on White Street. / 2 comments
Newsletter: July 16
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Dudley’s Paw, Wagging Tail, Petco and now AKC Canine Retreat
With dogs now home full time with their owners, or out of the city altogether, services for them have shuttered around the neighborhood. / 11 comments
Seen & Heard: Mulberry & Vine is back open
Plus see some Tribeca Film Festival classics at the Tribeca Drive-In at Orchard Beach; Five & Dime is open and serving. / 1 comment
A short bike around the neighborhood — then and now
The neighborhood went quiet in March and April, then started to reopen in May, then boarded up in June and is now back from under its shroud -- somewhat.
NYPL opens eight locations – but not ours yet
The public library branch on Murray Street is nearing completion after two years, but the libraries in the neighborhood remain closed for the coronavirus. / 1 comment
A homeless encampment on Franklin and frustrated neighbors
Neighbors on Franklin between Varick and Hudson have had a homeless encampment on their block for months, even as the city continues to reach out. / 27 comments
Alumnae will close permanently this month
The women's shoe store opened three years ago, adding a gallery-type feel to the former newsstand at 60 Hudson. / 2 comments
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History of Tribeca Buildings
That red tape includes landmarks, zoning, building code enforcement and provision of electric and gas. All of this is made... — James Bogardus / In the News: The “scion” of Meadow Lane
The history of Collect Pond clarifies why this topography exists as a flood zone. The 1865 Viele topographical map of... — James Bogardus / In the News: The “scion” of Meadow Lane
Looks good. However, who would want to pay Tribeca prices to live (or have a business) with the counterfeit bazaar... — Marcus / 312-322 Canal will be redeveloped as residential
Please stop with the 'blame the rich' ideological nonsense. It is not private businesses responsibility to subsidize failed govt policies.... — Reality / In the News: The “scion” of Meadow Lane
That illegal immigration is the cause of neighborhood decline is not a logical conclusion. As was proved with the prior... — mulciber / Neighbors and activists protest suspected ICE parking on Harrison
I am a tax paying American citizen who works full time for a Fortune 100 company. I am 100% against... — D / Neighbors and activists protest suspected ICE parking on Harrison
Over the years Shimon has rented the upstairs floors to many different artists. I had a studio there for years.... — JS Miller / Miracle Trading on Warren will close at the end of the month