We live on Reade Street. Our law office was in the neighborhood. Andrew was easy to talk to, friendly and receptive. He coached the kids in baseball and soccer. We sometimes talked about the law, families, real estate and life. I was shocked when i heard about his passing. He was just so friendly and genuine. May he Rest In Peace. Sending love and condolence to his family. Dan Alterman — Dan Alterman on Andrew Melnick, a Tabak broker who had deep roots in Tribeca, dies at 65

My guess, unless the downtown association has vacated 60 Pine, would be India House (1 Hanover Square) as it’s an existing event space. — Pauline on Where on Wall Street? Spooky cocktail soiree coming this fall

Scrolling through, there are 25 reports from Target since January, with losses ranging from $1100 (never below) to $5200. Note that $1000 is the threshold in New York State for a felony charge; everything below that is a misdemeanor. — Tribeca Citizen on Nosy Neighbor: Why are there police cars and officers stationed at Target

I am so heartbroken hearing about Andrew. I wasn’t at all ready to receive that phone call. I’ve known Andrew for 20 years, and in that time, I was lucky enough to see the true definition of a family man, hard worker, and kind soul. We shared many laughs through the years, discussed the latest delicious recipes we both mastered, told lots of family stories-as his family was the most important thing to him, and he always knew he could come into my store to satisfy his sweet tooth. My heart goes out to his Wife and Children, and I hope they can find even just a little comfort in knowing just how many lives he touched and made better with his optimistic personality and kind spirit. He was a person that was “all good”. Very special. He will be deeply missed. — Tiffany Hershkowitz on Andrew Melnick, a Tabak broker who had deep roots in Tribeca, dies at 65

My kids were lucky enough to be coached by Andrew in the early days of the DSL. He always treated them with kindness, humor and lots of patience. I know I will miss his friendly wave and warm smile when I passed by his office window. My deepest condolences to Andrew’s family. — Annie Luce on Andrew Melnick, a Tabak broker who had deep roots in Tribeca, dies at 65

Those prices are obscene. Who does that anymore? I think I’ll skip paying to look at a glass Buddha! — JVZ on Sneak Peek: Buddha-Bar

Pretentious, 90's style place that will attract customers who think that this is a bar that "rich people" frequent. Menu is obscene. — C on Sneak Peek: Buddha-Bar

Deepest sympathy. That is such sad news. Lovely sweet man. Always loved seeing him in the hood and having a quick hello or chat. Heartbreaking. — Deborah Lupard on Andrew Melnick, a Tabak broker who had deep roots in Tribeca, dies at 65

This will be at 60 pine st for sure. Space is so cool — Alex on Where on Wall Street? Spooky cocktail soiree coming this fall

My family and I are heartbroken to have heard this terribly sad news today. Andrew was a VERY special man and he will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him. He was such a kind, sweet, friendly, caring person and I am sending his family our sincere and heartfelt condolences. — Anna S on Andrew Melnick, a Tabak broker who had deep roots in Tribeca, dies at 65

The man was Quintessential New Yorker. I've met him few times and he was very friendly and humble at his best. He will be missed. — Hannah Josiah on Andrew Melnick, a Tabak broker who had deep roots in Tribeca, dies at 65

I got to know Andrew as a client. Year after year we would talk weekly, review real estate ads and chat. Super kind, warm, and a great person to work with. He taught me his matos brei recipe which to this day i cannot quite duplicate. Sending condolences to his friends and family. — Howard on Andrew Melnick, a Tabak broker who had deep roots in Tribeca, dies at 65

So saddened. We were childhood friends. Our parents best friends. My mom -91 will feel sad for her friend’s son passing. So sad. — Amy Elias on Andrew Melnick, a Tabak broker who had deep roots in Tribeca, dies at 65

Yes, Tribeca Trib's police blotter is very informative. It's not only in NYC but all over the country. These are gangs that shoplift. Most are not caught and big box stores might not prosecute at all, it's not worth it for them. Next time you buy something like a beauty product on eBay or a similar site online it's most likely shoplifted. So are small electronics. Caveat emptor! — A. on Nosy Neighbor: Why are there police cars and officers stationed at Target

Update in today's NYTimes - we have until the end of the month to snag a final meal - I plan to! "After seven years as a locus of interesting wines and food, this spinoff of a Parisian restaurant group will say goodbye after service on July 30. The present executive chef, Diego Moya, has been on parental leave and feels he now must step away permanently. He is returning to the kitchen briefly from next week until the closing. The owners, David Lille and Pascaline Lepeltier, and the manager Jared David, do not plan to replace Mr. Moya — the restaurant has had several executive chefs over the years — but will develop a new concept and reopen by the end of the year." You can read more on their website https://racinesny.com — The Black Squirrel on Racines will reinvent itself in the fall

for that price, it has to be more than King, perhaps Emperor Crab, with perhaps some subjects, horse drawn carriages:) — S on Sneak Peek: Buddha-Bar

Reading the Police Blotter at Tribeca Trib, it appears Target is the victim of shoplifting several times a week. I'm assuming these peeps are given a ticket, if caught at all, only to return another day. — Makes You Go Hmmmm.... on Nosy Neighbor: Why are there police cars and officers stationed at Target

I think I'll skip the Whole Steamed King Crab. — G on Sneak Peek: Buddha-Bar

What's this City coming to? Crime everywhere! I'm moving to NJ. — G on Nosy Neighbor: Why are there police cars and officers stationed at Target

The Walgreens on Broadway and Park Pl had to have police stationed outside too, as homeless and others kept walking away with stolen goods. — Rich on Nosy Neighbor: Why are there police cars and officers stationed at Target

For a while, there were also police stationed inside the Duane Reade at Duane & Broadway, also due to frequent shoplifting. — Sue on Nosy Neighbor: Why are there police cars and officers stationed at Target

There have been thefts also at Whole Foods, especially in the cosmetics and health and beauty dept. High-end moisturizers and treatments (that easily add up to thousands of dollars) are now kept locked with only samples on the shelves. The manager of the department told me the other day about the thefts when I was looking for my face creams. — Vale on Nosy Neighbor: Why are there police cars and officers stationed at Target

My understanding is that there are dozens of shoplifters caught each month, I have no idea how many more people are getting away with it. It probably is company policy to bring police even if their own staff caught the incident in order to file a formal report. Private security often has its hands tied anyhow, unfortunately — GA on Nosy Neighbor: Why are there police cars and officers stationed at Target

If you read the Tribeca Trib police blotter, there are regular reports of people putting thousands of dollars of (usually) cosmetics and toiletries in a bag and walking out. I can’t image how they can carry enough to add up to that, but it seems to be a regular occurrence. — Hudson River on Nosy Neighbor: Why are there police cars and officers stationed at Target

While their prices are expensive, shopping at Whole Foods is not really larceny. :-) — James on Nosy Neighbor: Why are there police cars and officers stationed at Target