Citi Bike memberships plummet after dismal service in 2014

Citi Bikes in snowJanuary 12, 2015- The Post reports, “The city’s bike-share membership is hitting the skids. Continue reading

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Ezekiel Emanuel pens essay urging Americans to skip the annual physical exam with their doctor

Update January 12, 2015- CBS conducted a a roundtable discussion about this topic. Dr. Narula came down on the side of Dr. Emanuel, using the same misguided interpretation of meta-analysis statistics. Continue reading

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Photos 12-27-2014

Sunset over New York Harbor 12-27-2014 zoom low Continue reading

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We grew 60% in 2014

Me and sunflower looking up 8-25-2014December 31, 2014- By Steven E. Greer, MD

I started BatteryPark.TV in 2009, because I had the technical capability to do so, having run another digital media company, Continue reading

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Predictions for BPC 2015

Pier A plaza looking at clock towerDecember 23, 2015- By Steven E. Greer

For the coming year, I predict: Continue reading

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Cuomo’s office has been notified of the vacuum of leadership amongst the BPCA

CuomoJanuary 8, 2014- By Steven E. Greer, MD

As of today, there is still no posting on the BPCA website about any January board meeting. Moreover, Continue reading

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FBI questions Gov. Christie over BridgeGate. Another Christie appointee is fired from Port Authority.

cropped-Christie-Silver-classics-text.jpgJanuary 10, 2015- The WSJ reports that the Feds have questioned Governor Christie over his role in the closure of the George Washington Bridge Continue reading

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Tip of the Week: Get yourself a room humidifier

January 8, 2015- Cold air holds less humidity. Compounding that, heaters dry the air more. All of this is murder on the skin and lips. Get yourself a room humidifier. (more…)
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BatteryPark.TV accomplishments for 2014

Grass field 2December 17, 2014- By Steven E. Greer

It has been a very active year for government oversight. The following list of stories highlights the accomplishments made by BatteryPark.TV in 2014. Continue reading

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BPCA issues statement on North Cove Marina

January 7, 2015- The BPCA’s highly-paid community liaison Robin Forst (who earns at least $120,000 Continue reading

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CB1 discusses the marina lockout and what to do about the BPCA

January 7, 2015- By Steven E. Greer, MD

On December 31st, 2014, the 10-year lease held by Mike Fortenbaugh to run the North Cove Marina expired. Continue reading

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What we want is a brand new year

December 31, 2014- By Steven E. Greer

A philosopher once wrote, “What we want is a brand new year. What we need is a brand new life. Continue reading

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BPCA hires security to lockout Commodore Fortenbaugh from marina

Fortenbaugh blocked by FJC security from marinaUpdate January 3, 2014- We spoke with a supervisor of FJC Security. They are the company contracted with the BPCA to handle security around Pier-A, not the marina. Continue reading

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Review: The Hobbit: The Battle of Five Armies

December 25, 2014- By Steven E. Greer

Do not see the third installment of The Hobbit. Director Peter Jackson should have his Oscars from Continue reading

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Douglas Durst, developer of 1 WTC, claims his brother is a violent deranged man

Durst on ferryJanuary 3, 2014- The Post reports, “Real-estate titan Douglas Durst has blasted his killer big brother, Robert, Continue reading

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Can you name this legendary Ohio State football player?

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New Year’s Eve parties that do not require fighting for a cab

New Year's Eve lobster at El Vez 2014December 30, 2014- By Steven E. Greer

Avoid the hassles of fighting for cabs and mixing with amateur drinkers, and do these local things for New Year’s Eve Continue reading

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Shake Shack goes public, to be traded under ticker SHAK

Double burger Shake Shack

Update December 29, 2014- It is official. The S1 is filed. Shake Shack is going public under ticker SHAK. Continue reading

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Photos 12-30-2014

El Vez sign and WTC 12-30-2014 low Continue reading

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All local electeds now send letter to BPCA supporting the cancellation of marina RFP

HeaderDecember 29, 2014

Chair Dennis Mehiel

Battery Park City Authority

200 Liberty St New York, NY 10281

Dear Chair Mehiel,

We write regarding the recent resolution of Manhattan Community Board #1 (CB1) regarding the Battery Park Continue reading

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