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Citi Bike share program a big hit on day 1

Posted on May 27, 2013 by Editor

May 27, 2013- On Memorial Day, the Citi Bike Share program kicked off with strong demand for the bikes. Even though the day and week passes were not yet for sale, plenty of bikes were taken out and used via … Continue reading →

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Citi Bike Share program to begins

Posted on May 26, 2013 by Editor

May 24, 2013- The Bikes are being inserted into the racks today, for use tomorrow. (more…)

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Mighty Quinn’s BBQ coming to Brookfield Place

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Editor

May 24, 2013- To give nearby Blue Smoke some much needed competition, Mighty Quinn’s barbeque is coming to the renovated Brookfield place (also, Route 66 BBQ is new on Stone Street). The company announced yesterday the new plans. the opening … Continue reading →

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Shake Shack at JFK

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Editor

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Results: US Postal Service containers removed

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Editor

Update May 22, 2013- By Steven E. Greer The US Postal Service container were removed by someone today. We had contacted the head of operations at Brookfield Properties, as well as the BPCA. In addition, a small but growing group … Continue reading →

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SouthWestNY outdoor seating is a big hit

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Editor

Update May 21, 2013- The customer flow to the new SouthWestNY has been a pleasant surprise for owner Abraham Merchant. People in town for site-seeing are flocking to the sunny outdoor decks. Mr. Merchant said, “We are pleased that our … Continue reading →

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US post office using Albany Street for storage

Posted on May 20, 2013 by Editor

May 20, 2013- Letter to Editor from R. Anderson Last year, I had a months-long battle with the US Postal Service to stop using Albany St as a storage area for their orange bins. It took the intervention of the … Continue reading →

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Making a Yorganic juicer

Posted on May 18, 2013 by Editor

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Trash on South End an eyesore and rat problem

Posted on May 18, 2013 by Editor

April 15, 2013- Anyone walking about tonight saw a stunning site. An organized group of “Freegans” were sifting through the trash of Gristedes and Hudson Produce looking for food to eat. (more…)

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Asphalt Green Open House

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Editor

May 17, 2013- The lobby is open for tours. New treadmill and stair exercise equipment was ordered.   (more…)

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Letter: Margaret Chin endorses idea of BPC residents serving on BPCA board

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Editor

August 21, 2013 Transparency and oversight should be integral components of any government entity, especially those that deal directly with public money. From the beginning, a portion of BPCA revenue was meant to be allocated specifically toward developing affordable housing. … Continue reading →

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Letters to the editor 5-17-2013

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Editor

Responses to Exclusive: PS 89 opens 4th K class, waitlist resolved Mother on waitlist says: April 13, 2013 at 11:46 am (Edit) Thank you Steven! The article reads very well. We will keep you posted. Have a nice weekend. BPCResident … Continue reading →

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Any ornithologists out there?

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Editor

What type of bird is this? “Jeanne” wrote: “Young male Summer Tanager songbird. About a year old. Will be a a brilliant red when an adult. Migrates in Spring. Winters in Central America , even South America & Caribbean. Migrates … Continue reading →

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Atlantic Cup winner arrives at North Cove Marina

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Editor

The North Cove Marina’s new Twitter account just posted this, about the Atlantic Cup “It’s official! @BodaciousDream is the first to cross the #NYC finish line #AtlanticCup “ (more…)

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Important school waitlist meeting tonight

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Editor

May 14, 2013- Tonight Youth & Education Committee – 6:00 PM Location: Community Board #1 – Office, 49-51 Chambers Street, Room 709 1. WTC Environmental Health Forum, June 3rd – Presentation by Kimberly Flynn 2. Relocation of PS 150 – Update and Discussion 3. Speaker … Continue reading →

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How to protect your 401K in this market bubble

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Editor

March 12, 2013 By Steven E. Greer The stock markets have reached all-time highs despite the fundamentals of the economy still reflecting a recession. The reason for this incongruity is that the Federal Reserve has been indirectly “printing money”, via … Continue reading →

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Photos 5-12-2013

Posted on May 12, 2013 by Editor

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Letters to the Editor 5-11-2013

Posted on May 12, 2013 by Editor

Reply to: Verizon to sell Downtown headquarters due to flooding zone Sally Regenhard says: May 7, 2013 at 11:19 pm I am on the mailing list for your website, which I find extremely interesting and informative. I would like to … Continue reading →

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Photos 5-11-2013

Posted on May 12, 2013 by Editor

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Mother’s day gift ideas

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Editor

May 8, 2013 By Mary Engels- Adeline Adeline Adeline Adeline has city-friendly bicycles in Spring colors like their Wren original or Linus MXTE models. Accessorize with a helmet, basket and bell. Adeline Adeline 147 Reade Street https://www.adelineadeline.com Bogner New York … Continue reading →

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