Mikey Flowers and the 9/11 Memorial keep a tradition alive
Mikey Flowers, whose history with the neighborhood and the World Trade Center goes back decades, has been supplying white roses to the site for each victim. Still is. / 10 comments
Where in Tribeca?
Not quite Tribeca, but a short jaunt... Where is this message to the neighborhood? / 11 comments
Seen & Heard: Free meals for all New Yorkers in the area
Plus Joe and the Juice is open for takeout via the app; Giorgia has discounts on gift cards; a real-time map of permitted and essential construction projects.
Washington Market Park playground and courts are closed
The city will keep the lawn open provided distance measures are followed. Hudson River Park and Battery Park City parks remain open; any fenced-in areas are closed. / 5 comments
Seen & Heard: What’s open in Chinatown
The Chinatown BID is keeping a couple of lists updated. Plus Zoom playwriting classes for kids; deliveries from Luv Michael granola; and some words for spring.
Seen & Heard: The latest fundraisers for local businesses
Walker's, Seamore's, Tiny's and its sisters and brothers, and the Live Well Company have set up GoFundMe pages. And Bubby's has stopped deliveries.
Guidance for small business owners, updates from city and more
Our local small businesses will have to navigate a thicket of bureaucracy to get to some of this aid, but let's hope it can serve them. Also, updates on city agency hours.
What is going on at the 1st Precinct?
The NYPD has 15 percent of its officers out sick and 1400 who have tested positive for the coronavirus. / 6 comments
Newsletter: April 2
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The city releases positive COVID-19 cases by zip code
The neighborhood's numbers are among the lowest in the city, reflecting both its low density and, experts say, its wealth. / 31 comments
Seen & Heard: Retail ideas if you are working from home
Still going: Joseph Carini's spring sale; the Saturday Morning Show at Brookfield; R&Co's masterwork desk collection; David Weeks quick shop service; Real Pilates online and at home.
In the News: Architect and critic Michael Sorkin dies at 71
The architecture world is mourning the loss of one of its most prolific critics and original minds -- a man who saw endless potential for urban living.
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History of Tribeca Buildings
Oh man, I love North Bar just the way it is. Here's hoping that the new concept doesn't stray too... — harryh / North Bar is closing for the summer — and will reopen as something new
I don't need shiny vending machines. How about making the announcements over the loudspeaker clearer? Why is it running late?... — Nel / Vending machines coming to former newsstands in the subway
Good point. — Tribeca Citizen / Vending machines coming to former newsstands in the subway
NYCTA rule of conduct 1060.g(f) sets a $25 fine for carrying open liquid in the system. So the MTA selling... — N / Vending machines coming to former newsstands in the subway
Traffic accidents, especially those involving fatalities are horrible, but you've got to scratch your head when there's an accident involving... — P / Teenager killed riding bike on Centre and Chambers this morning
I see your point about plastic, but might it have something to do with the fact that bottles are resealable?... — malcolm / Vending machines coming to former newsstands in the subway
In my family’s experience it is the 20-30 Citibikers and racing guys (not delivery workers) who endanger pedestrians- they go... — MST / Teenager killed riding bike on Centre and Chambers this morning