I've tried -- will try some more. — Pam Frederick on The Future of Independence Plaza

Sad. Best loaf of pear bread ever. Bon chance! Song on! — robert janz on Arcade Bakery will be closing — for good — in August

The renewal of the decking looks fantastic but I’m so sad to see that the olive trees on the side of the bridge all have died during the renovations. :-( — Manon on South Cove jetty gets some TLC after three decades

Hi there, Any updates? Thanks! — KG on The Future of Independence Plaza

So sorry to see my go to for hands downs the finest breads an croissants I work in the Washington market park an I hit this place at least twice a week so sad to see it go good luck with what you do Rodger — Richard on Arcade Bakery will be closing — for good — in August

Weren’t our police supposed to get rid of the illegal bag sellers in front of this place? The situation has only become worse. Query: If our local police force cannot handle a bunch of loiterers and illegal goods scammers, how can we trust them to protect us from greater threats? Just saying. — Julie on Nosy Neighbor: What’s happening at the bank on Canal and Broadway?

Totally agree. Singling our the women and continuing to emphasize that they are WOMEN seems wrong. They should be treated the same as the men. Drives,e crazy every time someone starts talking about them as being so special. This is demeaning to women. They should be recognized for being great soccer players and leave it at that. — Julie on Ticker-tape parade for women’s soccer team tomorrow!

Well, there you have it! And here I was emailing and calling... — Pam Frederick on Seen & Heard: Action at Torly Kid space already

Fascinating! I never even knew this place existed. No matter how long you live in NYC, there are ever new discoveries awaiting. — Marcus on South Cove jetty gets some TLC after three decades

I’m so gutted to read this. Roger, thank you for all you gave the neighborhood. And for keeping me well fed all these years! You’ll be so missed. — Justin S on Arcade Bakery will be closing — for good — in August

The Klein Epstein Parker home page says CURRENTLY UNDER CONSTRUCTION 51 Hudson St. Suit C. 51 Hudson was Torly Kid's address. — NV on Seen & Heard: Action at Torly Kid space already

The scaffolding at Cast Iron House (361 Broadway) is coming down. — TribecaMom on Seen & Heard: Action at Torly Kid space already

You are wrong Smithers. You must know that. — Heide Fasnacht on Ticker-tape parade for women’s soccer team tomorrow!

RIP to Arcade...the laminated baguette...now those were serious... — AJ on Arcade Bakery will be closing — for good — in August

I am very sad to hear this. Arcade is one of my guilty pleasures and I cannot imagine it in the hands of anyone else. — Tribeca Mom on Arcade Bakery will be closing — for good — in August

if Roger checks out: https://duckduckgo.com/?q=alkaline+diet+cures+rheumatoid+arthritis&ia=web he'll see that his & Tribeca's pride'n joy can survive. This ret mechanic got diagnosed 30 yrs ago with RhArt, changed the diet/fuel on the advice of a cherished 86 yr old customer, by going vegan, esp Dairy-free...as well as adding supplements...voila! no RhArt, along with the chronic asthma, gut problems,allergies! Your car won't run right if the gasoline is bad & neither will our bodies if the food we eat is mucus&acid producing plugging the filters that are the kidneys,liver,lymph. The drugs which were prescribed,even back then, had side effects which were much worse than the disease. Nowadays the drugs are lethal...just read the inserts. — dar on Arcade Bakery will be closing — for good — in August

While walking thru the streets of Tribeca seeing empty store fronts I think another one bites the dust! All I want is endless bites of the magnificent everything at Arcade! So saddened to anticipate not having that delicious scent that engulfs you entering the door and walking out with the tastiest treats that make the day worthwhile. Wishing you good health and happiness and thank you for all the deliciousness! Sincerely, Sharon — Sharon Balloon Saloon on Arcade Bakery will be closing — for good — in August

This whole women's soccer team thing seems rather sexist. Am I right, guys? — Jim Smithers on Ticker-tape parade for women’s soccer team tomorrow!

This is awful. ROGER IS A MASTER BAKER ????????‍???? HAS MADE MY TRIPS TO NYC ???? BEARABLE. I might have to make a special trip from LA TO STOCK UP????????????????????????????‍???? — Ruth ziony on Arcade Bakery will be closing — for good — in August

That was the rumor for a while, but these guys have a lease for a year. — Pam Frederick on Nosy Neighbor: What’s happening at the bank on Canal and Broadway?

How do we get in touch if we are interested in purchasing? — Christina on Arcade Bakery will be closing — for good — in August

Eric--you are right about that first mouthful of baguette--that is exactly how I felt, like, "omg, this is what a baguette is about. Who knew?" They were amazing--always! Who gives a fuck about carbs when you have access to those?My kids pediatrician is in the next building with the ajoining lobby and they get a chocolate croissant after each visit, which is hands down the best in the city (and some countries as well). Arcade will be missed--will Roger be taking his magic anywhere else? — cami on Arcade Bakery will be closing — for good — in August

I don’t know what to say. A friend sent me the link saying “I’m sorry for your loss,” and it does feel that way. This was such a special place, so infused with Roger himself and the love he put into the bread. I’d always introduce people to the place saying “You’re welcome,” and “I’m sorry,” at the same time. It simply spoils you for any other bakery. — Jenny on Arcade Bakery will be closing — for good — in August

Thank you Roger. I wish you the best at whatever is next. — G on Arcade Bakery will be closing — for good — in August

ufff...arcade is what nyc used to be about. a fanatic with passion who wanted to share his/her craft with others. id stop here every time i had a day off or was nearby. — sam on Arcade Bakery will be closing — for good — in August