Author Archives: Editor

Brookfield Place still on track to open in April

March 25, 2014- Disregard the bad reporting, below. Brookfield Place is on track to open in April. The reporter has been fired. March 21, 2014- By Steven E. Greer We learned today that the Brookfield Place food court is nowhere … Continue reading →

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Scallops anyone?

March 26, 2014- A scallop boat, photo by Mary Engels “So what is a scalloper doing at North Cove?  Well there is a gale blowing out in the Atlantic Ocean.  And not just any gale, waves are expected to reach … Continue reading →

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FBI raids another New York Assemblyman

March 26, 2014- The Post reports, “The FBI raided the offices and home of Queens Assemblyman Bill Scarborough today in what he said was an investigation into his travel reimbursements from the state.” (more…)

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Bill “Robin Hood” De Blasio wants to pilfer BPC to help poorer parks

March 22, 2014- The Post reports, “City Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito expressed reservations Friday about a proposal to force well-funded park conservancies to share their donations with small or neglected parks. De Blasio, who backed the controversial money-sharing proposal during … Continue reading →

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Departures from CB1

March 25, 2014- At the CB1 meeting tonight, it was announced that three long-time members are stepping down. Mark Costello and Ruth Ohman are among them. (more…)

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Important CB1 meeting today for BPC residents

March 24, 2014- By Steven E. Greer The monthly CB1 meeting tomorrow will discuss two issues vital to Battery Park City. You are encouraged to try to find the time and attend. (more…)

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Union Square Hospitality Group opens “Wine 101” course

March 23, Crain’s reports, “Danny Meyer’s USHG is sharing a drop of its secret sauce with the public. A 10-week wine education course the company has offered employees as part of their professional development is now available to anyone willing … Continue reading →

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WTC parachutists had inside help from steel worker

March 24, 2014- The Post reports, “One of the three daredevils facing charges for parachuting from the World Trade Center last year is an ironworker who helped build the skyscraper — and may also have smuggled in the gear for … Continue reading →

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National 9/11 Memorial Museum to open in May

March 24, 2014- The Post reports that the National 9/11 Memorial Museum to open in May (more…)

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WWE’s Shane McMahon sues claiming injuries from water leaks in building

March 24, 2014- A blog reports, “Shane McMahon, son of World Wrestling (more…)

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A $12 salmon dinner at François Payard

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NY Times covers local BPC effort to stop helicopter noise

March 22, 2014- BatteryPark.TV first got Rep. Nadler involved in a quality of life problem plaguing BPC and other waterfront neighborhoods. The hundreds of tourist helicopters each day are a serious cause of stress for residents, as are loud ferry … Continue reading →

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Letter to editor: Margaret Chin does not represent Downtown

March 19, 2014- By Battery Park Dad Regarding recent comments on BatteryPark.TV about Councilwoman Margaret Chin representing only Chinatown and city unions, I couldn’t agree more. If you want to make sure the Chinatown Senior Centers get their funding (and … Continue reading →

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Exclusive: Bob Townley’s Manhattan Youth investigated by State Attorney General

March 7, 2014- By Steven E. Greer Bob Townley is the founder and operator of the Manhattan Youth Recreation and Resources Inc, a 501c New York State regulated non-profit. It operates the community center on 120 Warren Street as well … Continue reading →

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Mulberry and Vine (Organic, healthy, seasonal vegetables)

73 Warren Street Menu here (212) 791-6300 (more…)

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Stitched Tribeca

January 20, 2014- Opened last October by BPC resident Val Chan, a mother and college stats professor, Stitched Tribeca teaches sewing and craft classes to children and adults. Her website explains, “Stitched Tribeca is a  mix of workshop, gallery and … Continue reading →

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The NYPD should be given jurisdiction over the WTC and 9/11 Memorial

March 22, 2014- The breach of security at the One World Trade Center site by a 16-year-old kids makes it now obvious that the Port Authority police are incompetent. After all, the Port Authority is the same corrupt agency that … Continue reading →

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Zero coverage in local press of most important issue to BPC in years

March 11, 2014- By Steven E. Greer BatteryPark.TV exclusively reported that the operators of the new Pier A restaurant were granted by the CB1 a rare 4:00 AM liquor license in a residential community. Attending the CB1 meeting on March … Continue reading →

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PS 276 auction raises $200,000

Update March 22, 2014- The auction raised about $200,000, people are saying. March 19, 2014- PS 276 is hosting a fundraiser next week. Click here for details. (more…)

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Citi Bike rates to increase

Update March 22, 2014- The cost for a Citi Bike will likely go up to cover the deficit run by the inept operators from Oregon. The WSJ reports. March 20, 2014- BatteryPark.TV has been the most vocal supporter of the … Continue reading →

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