logo logo
 
April 19, 2019

In the News: Giant (I mean giant) tower for South Street?

The rumblings about a super tall tower at the site have been going on for more than a decade, as it changed hands several times and plans were drawn and then ditched.

Seen & Heard: Starting to see the light?

Also, a birdcam set up to keep on eye on peregrine falcons; summer events in Battery Park City; a slideshow of scenes from Taste of Battery Park City; a runners event -- with CBD. / 8 comments

April 18, 2019

Seen & Heard: New cobblestones for Desbrosses

Plus the lawns are open at Battery Park City Parks, the Downtown Alliance creates a list for Easter brunch spots; Hudson Eats hosts free music and magic for kids. / 8 comments

Loft Peeping: 260 West Broadway penthouse

The penthouse in the American Thread building -- built in 1896 for the wool exchange -- has an oak-paneled rotunda with a 25-foot domed ceiling and stained-glass oculus.

Recent Comments
  • Thanks for the reminder, Pam. Everyone, we know it’s beyond cold out so if you’re feeling cooped up on Monday... — Friends of Duane Park / Seen & Heard: Snow’s final act

  • The curb cuts remain a travesty! At least many of the sidewalks are clear now, although they were quite slippery... — AS / More images from Whiteout 2026

  • It's too bad that most of them never keep time accurately as well as not working at all! — Sonia Stock / Watching time in the neighborhood

  • https://www.untappedcities.com/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/sun-bldg-untapped-ny-jeff-reuben-005.jpg — James Bogardus / Watching time in the neighborhood

  • It would be hard to tell time from the last picture, from the Sun Building, as it shows a thermometer.... — Jeremy Woodoff / Watching time in the neighborhood

  • What about Morgan's? That is our household's go-to for deli sandwiches. I think it's the best around. — Matt G / Friedmans new space on Greenwich will be an Italian concept

  • I have been to their West Village location several times. It is a very quiet space to get some work... — Michele La Grande / Toby’s Estate opens next week

More...

Stay Home for Summer Camp at One Hundred Barclay

Indoors and out, One Hundred Barclay has the most amenities anywhere in Tribeca. / Sponsored

New Kid on the Block: Hungry Ghost

You can get your cold brew, kombucha and nitro cold brew here – all on tap -- but the Ghost really obsesses over the art of the espresso.

Newsletter: April 18 – Happy holidays!

Subscribe to the twice-weekly Tribeca Citizen newsletter by entering your email address where it says "Subscribe" in the right column, or at the bottom of the page under "Connect." You can unsubscribe at any time.

April 17, 2019

In the News: Our own collusion, Tribeca real estate style

The partners developing the big hole in the ground at 456 Greenwich have accused the Ponte family and Related of plotting to ruin their plans for a luxury French hotel. / 6 comments

Seen & Heard: Details on City Winery at Pier 57

Plus a new hotel on John Street in Fidi called the Artezen; sandwiches and salads at a new Green Healthy Food Cafe; Ming Fay at Sapar Contemporary.

April 16, 2019

In the News: Worker killed at Hudson Square construction site

Plus a reflection on the installation of the railcar from the Holocaust at the Museum of Jewish Heritage; a list for Easter brunch; Fortune moves to Fulton; an accusation against Trump. / 2 comments

Seen & Heard: Springsteen plays Tribeca Grill

Plus the Museum of Chinese in America gets a city grant; shows at Bartolomi closing this weekend; a speakers series at SoHo Photo; 180 The Store goes digital.

Signs of spring in Tribeca: Part Deux

From basketball in the PS 89 yard to blooms at PS 234 and BPC to lounging on the deck at Grand Banks to photo shoots on Staple, and that sure sign of spring: little leaguers at bat.

← Older posts   •   Newer posts →

Left rectangle ads redesigned

Categories

  • Arts & Culture
  • Community News
  • Construction
  • Crime
  • Events
  • Field Trips
  • Fitness / Spas / Salons
  • History
  • Hotels
  • Kids
  • Miscellany
  • Newsletter
  • Nosy Neighbor
  • Parks
  • People
  • Pets
  • Photo Essay
  • Real Estate
  • Restaurant/Bar News
  • Schools
  • Services
  • Shopping
  • Sponsored
  • Where in Tribeca

Left column house ads

Robert Ripps book


History of Tribeca Buildings

Medium rectangle #1 (top)


Subscribe

Subscribe to the TC Newsletter



Right column rectangle ads



Mega rectangle


Restaurant guide icon

Medium rectangle #2 (middle slot)

Instagram

Tribeca Citizen on Instagram


@zohrankmamdani was sworn in at midnight last nigh @zohrankmamdani was sworn in at midnight last night in the old City Hall station. The @nytransitmuseum gives tours!

Old Tribeca Scrapbook house ad

About
  • About Tribeca Citizen
  • Contact
  • Advertise
  • Press
  • Shop
Connect
  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Email Newsletter
Guides
  • Restaurant Guide
  • Shopping Guide
  • Tribeca Visitor's Guide
Legal
  • Terms of Use
  • Privacy Policy
© 2026 Tribeca Citizen • Design by Jackie Blue • Hosted & Supported by slightlychilled.ai