A Glimmer of Hope for Local Representation in Battery Park City
State senator Daniel Squadron and assemblymember Deborah J. Glick "announced legislation requiring majority local community representation on the Battery Park City Authority Board," according to a press release.
Seen & Heard: Kiki de Montparnasse Is Open
Plus: Rosie Pope sample sale this week; Tenoverten expands to Texas; a note from the landlords of the George Taylor Specialties space; Todd Snyder's Tribeca T-shirt; Canal Street "bridge"; L.A. restaurant advice sought. / 4 comments
In the News: Triraqis Caught on Video
Impersonating a police officer, no less. Plus: Why there are so many sidewalk sheds; American Cut opening a Midtown outpost; the Dead Rabbit accuses a bar in Iceland of ripping it off; the conversion of 70 Pine (including a rendering of the restaurant from the Spotted Pig folks). / 8 comments
Jack’s Stir Brew Coffee Is Opening in Tribeca
It's part of a wave of change at the Roxy Hotel, and it'll have its own entrance on Sixth Avenue. / 4 comments
George Taylor Specialties Is Closing
It was founded in 1869, selling ship parts on Water Street, and it has been in Tribeca for 24 years. / 18 comments
Seen & Heard: Winter Sales
Plus: Salt Shed photos, signage, and noise report; snow wave; wooden walkway at Hudson River Park; Franklin Place façade. / 1 comment
In the News: Tribecan Snowboarded Through the Snowstorm
Plus: Recapping the forthcoming residential towers; kids sledded in Washington Market Park; the story of a 400-year-old sketch. / 4 comments
Spotlight: Joseph Carini Carpets
Joe Carini's obsessiveness is what makes his carpets so precious: "The color and material and care it’s made with—the conditions it’s made under—that’s its history, and that’s what you’re buying." / 2 comments
Newsletter: Jan. 25
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In the News: The Salt Shed’s First Big Test
Plus: Glenn Frey lived in Tribeca; photos of 3 World Trade Center under construction; inside the salt shed and neighboring sanitation garage. / 1 comment
How Kitchensurfing Chefs Bring Families to the Dinner Table
Kitchensurfing sends a professional chef to your home once a week to prepare a hot dinner—for far less than you'd think. And right now, it's offering residents a special deal. Here's one family's experience.... / Sponsored
Scenes from a Snowy Day
Having fun out there? Taking great photos? Send them over so those of us refusing to go out can enjoy the storm vicariously. / 2 comments
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History of Tribeca Buildings
I cannot believe he said that, nor that anyone believed that. — James Bogardus / Tower plans have begun for Independence Plaza
Chris Marte told us during his reelection campaign that the development is not moving forward now and that is pushing... — B / Tower plans have begun for Independence Plaza
Yup, I'm with you generally. I'd always like to see more money for community benefits, since you know the developers... — malcolm / Tower plans have begun for Independence Plaza
this isn't safe for the tenants or the businesses on the block. Vernado lies about affordable housing and doesn't care... — NY Native / Tower plans have begun for Independence Plaza
Great project. Streetscape improvements and removal of the parking driveway from Greenwich will be huge benefits to the community. Nice... — person / Tower plans have begun for Independence Plaza
I’m quite far from a “free market” person, but are you suggesting the government regulate the type of cuisine restaurants... — Cd / New plans afoot for the Sarabeth’s corner
I had the same thought/concern regarding the influx of Italian eateries into the neighborhood. It would be nice if there... — Paul / New plans afoot for the Sarabeth’s corner