We all love the ghostly remnants of old painted signs around the neighborhood, but nowadays it's easier to hang up a printed banner. So that makes the hand-painted signage on the side of 528 Canal even more of a treat. / 2 comments
Have you ever been buzzed into a building—particularly in East Tribeca, in my experience—only to be faced with what one of those long, straight staircases? / 3 comments
Parking lots are an endangered species in this part of the city, which is a shame—not just because it means fewer parking options and less open space, but because they often have zesty typography. / 4 comments
Harrison, who works security at Whole Foods's Greenwich Street entrance most mornings, is possibly the friendliest, happiest person in Tribeca. / 57 comments
This may be the thinnest silver lining you've ever encountered, but if there's one bright spot to the endless construction in these parts, it's the excellent logos and typography on many construction-related vans. / 1 comment
There are no longer a lot of storefronts around here like the one at 43 Lispenard, which is probably a good thing, all in all. But I love it anyway.
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?