"On Franklin Street, there's cloth netting laid over the part that's already done, and in the overnight hours there are hoses running the length of the project that sprinkle water continuously." —Mike
"I was watching today as more of the old cobblestones were ripped from my street and carted off to parts unknown. I wondered what New York City does with these 100?-year-old worn stones." —R. / 3 comments
"We do not dispute the importance of such a project, but we do not understand why nobody is willing to give us a rough estimate of a return to normal." —P. / 2 comments
What was discussed: A kosher conveyor-belt sushi restaurant; shortening the Hudson Street construction (and whether the work zone should be moved to N. Moore); reversing part of Beach Street; alternate-side parking. / 3 comments
Found the article with that quote. https://www.amny.com/news/fashions-private-eye-targets-canal-st-s-counterfeit-bags/ The article dates back to 2008, and yet no progress has been made... — Marcus / What can be done about counterfeit vendors?
Good point. I remember there was an old interview when the interviewer asked one of the junk buyers, "Did you... — Marcus / What can be done about counterfeit vendors?
It's pretty easy to prove theses are illegal goods, when was the last time you saw a Louis Vuitton or... — S / What can be done about counterfeit vendors?
The headline says "few" but I haven't seen any others. Are there? — mulciber / What’s to do about the few remaining illegal smoke shops?
Maybe it should be illegal to buy the goods. Of course, it's difficult to prove that a buyer knew they... — Marcus / What can be done about counterfeit vendors?
Would love to help. Honest question. What can we do? — Randy / What can be done about counterfeit vendors?
"Zero tolerance" is right. That requires consistent enforcement: Every time police see this happening, seize the goods, fine the vendor.... — Marcus / What can be done about counterfeit vendors?