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Nosy Neighbor: Is 93 Reade Adding a Floor?
"Any chance you can find out what is going on at 93 Reade? The rumor is that they are adding a floor." —Anonymous
Nosy Neighbor: Why Does Cobblestoning Require Water Sprinklers?
"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
Nosy Neighbor: Do Newspaper Boxes Need Permits?
"They seem to become eyesores—covered with graffiti, trash, broken plastic doors, stickers, etc. Do they need permission from the city to plop them down wherever? And do building owners have a right to ask them to be removed?" —Miriam / 5 comments
Seen & Heard: Theater Bar in Play?
Plus: Brazilian bar closed; Scorcese film shooting here; the maybe-an-IHOP space; 72 Vestry question (and answer); new traffic light turned on. / 1 comment
Nosy Neighbor: Why Does 161 Duane Say ‘Whalebone’?
"Why does the building on Duane (just east of Hudson) say Whalebone?" —A. / 1 comment
Nosy Neighbor: What’s the Story Behind Those Harrison Townhouses?
"What's the story behind that cute row of houses on Harrison Street, west of Greenwich? I always wonder as I walk to work." —A. / 2 comments
Nosy Neighbor: What Are Those White Things at 137 Franklin?
"Any idea what these white things sticking out of the windows at the building under construction at Franklin and W. Broadway might be?" —P. / 1 comment
Nosy Neighbor: Why Is There Scaffolding on River Lofts?
"I walk by River Lofts (Tower) on the West Side Highway all the time. It seems constantly under (re)construction. Any idea what's going on?" —S. / 6 comments
Nosy Neighbor: What’s That Thing at W. Broadway and Leonard?
"I've walked past this structure for years and still have no idea what it is. Any insight?" —R.
Nosy Neighbor: What’s Opening in 155 Chambers?
"Walked by 155 Chambers on Saturday and the door was open with a guy working inside. Looked like potential coffee/food spot. Had awesome dark wood details and subway tiled walls. Forgive me if you already mentioned this, but any idea what's coming?" —I. / 3 comments
Nosy Neighbor: What Happens to Old Cobblestones?
"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
Nosy Neighbor: Are Buses Allowed to Idle on Laight?
"With increased frequency over the past several months, Academy commuter buses have begun parking on the south side of Laight between Hudson and Greenwich leading up to the evening rush hour. Has the city expanded the 'idling zone' for commuter buses in Tribeca?" UPDATE: What CB1 says. / 6 comments
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A restaurant buyout means reserving an entire dining space exclusively for your event, with no regular service. — James Bogardus / Carnegie Diner and Cafe plans approved for 200 Chambers
In the description it states "no buyout"..is that the same as no Take Out??? — John / Carnegie Diner and Cafe plans approved for 200 Chambers
Seppe is quite good. And the wait staff is super nice. — Dee / Carbs are back in the neighborhood
None of these new places are sit with friends type of places. They are all grab and go. I don’t... — Dee / Apollo Bagels is getting closer…
To the Olio e Piu owners, sincerely: please do not blight this location with fake flowers. We will welcome you... — Cw / Mr Chow is indeed closing
This is terrible news! Such a shame! — Alex / Mr Chow is indeed closing
Such a wonderful, wonderful event for both schools! (And an amazing way to taste all the restaurants in the neighborhood.)... — Tessa S / Taste of Tribeca will be May 16 on Duane Park