Seen & Heard: Almond’s Brunch Menu Includes Baby Food
Plus: Añejo is opening a downstairs lounge called Abajo; new Tribeca Park sculpture to be installed today (also, a talk with the artist); Maison Kayser build-out; something up at Nassau and Beekman; El Vez Burrito soft serve. / 1 comment
JCP Camp and Summer Programs 2015: “Downtown is My Playground!”
Besides a fun-filled camp for kids age two-and-a-half to five, JCP offers summer classes that are sure to engage and educate your child. Spots are filling up quickly—register now! / Sponsored
In the News: The First “Express Starbucks”
Plus: The Battery Park City Authority's questionable PR hire; a visit to architect Joe Eisner's Tribeca loft; Brooklyn Fare to open in the D'Agostino's space in the Archive building.
Seen & Heard: Window Washers Risking Death
Plus: Church Street demolition starting soon; confirmation of American Flatbread plan; finished planting at last 9/11 Memorial corner; Leonard repaving; Downtown Alliance holiday stars; Downtown Little School auction; karaoke bar revealed. / 9 comments
Newsletter: Apr. 30
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In the News: Condo Conversion on Franklin
Plus: A profile of Nili Lotan; subway mugging at knifepoint; FEMA funds for Asphalt Green storm damage.
Does This Block of W. Broadway Have a Buyer?
If so, six buildings are likely to be torn down (and we'll lose eight restaurants/bars). / 17 comments
Seen & Heard: Is the N. Moore Parking Garage for Sale?
Plus: "Survivor tree" at 9/11 Memorial; Ladurée patio in bloom; Tribeca Pizzeria's chicken rolls; another venue for the big fight; Lego heads; Front Art Space installation; "Ninja Turtles" shoot. / 1 comment
In the News: Business School Moving to Tribeca
Plus: A look inside the conversion of 5 Beekman and its condo tower; Sheldon Silver trial date; Seaport radio station.
Seen & Heard: The 1st Precinct’s Dangerous Shortcut
Plus: Where to get a miniature figurine made of yourself; 15 Hubert rendering; too many film/TV shoots to keep track of; 1 White construction; Duane Park spring celebration; Pier A visitor's center and coffee bar. / 16 comments
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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