Tavern on the Green to Become Snack Bar, Vistor Center

May 21, 2010 by Avi · 1 Comment 

tavern padlock2One of the most famous restaurants in New York City, known for its gorgeous Tiffany lamps and filet mignon, could be serving your kids corn dogs this summer.

Talks just broke down between Read More / Comment »


Hudson River Greenway Bike Path Opens With a Flourish

May 21, 2010 by Avi · 1 Comment 

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The last link in the bike path that connects Battery Park City to the George Washington Bridge was opened to the public on Thursday with music and a ceremonial ribbon cutting. No longer will bikers Read More / Comment »


Are The Helicopters Driving You Batty? You’re Not Alone.

April 9, 2010 by Avi · 1 Comment 

helicopterThe helicopters buzzing overhead are pissing a lot of people off. Local politicians are protesting the seeming uptick in the number of helicopters flying over the city, urging the city to reduce or eliminate tourist helicopter flights. Read More / Comment »


Upper West Siders Angry about Aggressive Parking Ticketers

February 11, 2010 by Avi · 2 Comments 

ticketPolice officers have gotten more aggressive about giving parking tickets in recent weeks on the Upper West Side, even giving tickets to people while they are still sitting in their cars Read More / Comment »


Which Upper West Side Block Loves Bloomberg the Most?

November 11, 2009 by Avi · 2 Comments 

trumpIn last week’s election, Michael Bloomberg did well on the Upper West Side and in other parts of Manhattan, particularly below 96th Street. But some local blocks apparently Read More / Comment »


Our Trashy Neighborhood: Sanitation Cuts Lead to Mess

September 10, 2009 by Avi · 1 Comment 

Trash baskets have been overflowing on the Upper West Side since the city decided to cut trash pickup to save money. Councilwoman Gale Brewer called the situation Read More / Comment »