The Netflix Late Reviewer: The Counselor

Posted on March 29, 2014 by Editor

TV screen with feetMarch 29, 2014- By Steven E. Greer

Ridley Scott is not the main reason that The Counselor is one of the worst movies made in 2013. The casting directors, Nina Gold and Avy Kaufman (a Tribecan), are to blame.

Once again, Continue reading →

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State and City electeds support tenants at 22 River Terrace

Posted on March 29, 2014 by Editor

March 24, 2014

John Tashjian, Principal

Centurion Real Estate Partners, 595 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10002

Dear Mr. Tashjian,

As elected representatives for the area, we are writing to express our concerns regarding a condominium conversion plan for a building located in our districts, 22 River Terrace, that was submitted by your company, Centurion Real Estate Partners (CREP) to the New York State Attorney General’s office in January for review. Continue reading →

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The press is now the only form of oversight on a city run by progressive Democrats

Posted on March 29, 2014 by Editor

cropped-Christie-Silver-classics.jpgMarch 20, 2014- The WSJ reports today, that for the first time in 20 years, New York City’s mayor has no real opposition acting as a check and balance to power. Former Comptroller Liu is quoted, “Even when Democratic elected officials had a Continue reading →

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Exclusive: We know the opening date for Brookfield Place restaurants

Posted on March 29, 2014 by Editor

March 26, 2014- By Steven E. Greer

The opening date for the second floor group of 14 restaurants in Brookfield Place will be Continue reading →

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Restaurant tip of the Week: Don’t do what Morton’s did

Posted on March 29, 2014 by Editor

MortonsMarch 11, 2014- By Steven E. Greer

The Morton’s steak house near the 9/11 Memorial invited me to stop by and do the usual photo review. We make genuine new articles, not infomercials, and are never censored or told what to write. We are not paid by the restaurants.

The New York Morton’s staff seemed nice enough, but then the corporate suits from Texas showed up by surprise. The local managers mentioned to the Landry’s people (owners of Morton’s) our pending visit, and received pushback.

The local media person then sent this ill-advised email, Continue reading →

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Congressman Nadler to speak at Gateway Plaza Saturday

Posted on March 28, 2014 by Editor
March 28, 2014- Congressman Nadler will be holding a Town Hall meeting at Gateway Plaza Saturday the 30th (tomorrow) at 11:00 AM, to discuss the slumlord conditions of the building. You can also voice your concerns about the ferry boat horns. (more…)
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Former New York Police Commissioner Ray Kelly Joins ABC News

Posted on March 28, 2014 by Editor
March 28, 2014- A blog reports, “Ray Kelly, the former police commissioner of New York City, is joining ABC News as a consultant, Ben Sherwood announced this morning. “A 43-year veteran of the NYPD, Commissioner Kelly’s vast knowledge will provide our viewers with an even deeper understanding of national security (more…)
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Port Authority Chairman pushed out

Posted on March 28, 2014 by Editor

SamsonMarch 28, 2014- The news reports, “Port Authority Chairman David Samson resigned after a report commissioned by New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie to probe lane closings at the George Washington Bridge recommended changes at the agency….Pat Foye, the authority’s executive director appointed by New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, told the New York Daily News in February that Mr. Samson lacked the moral authority to run the agency.”. Continue reading →

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A bad day for Citigroup

Posted on March 27, 2014 by Editor
March 27, 2014- First, the Citi Bikes were in the news again in a bad way, with the man who launched the New York program stepping down under pressure. Then, it was announced that Citigroup was the only bank to fail the stress tests if liquidity mandated by the Federal (more…)
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Christie has tax payers fund whitewash report. Sound familiar?

Posted on March 27, 2014 by Editor

cropped-Christie-Silver-classics-text.jpgMarch 27, 2014- New Jersey Governor Christie had his constituents foot for the bill for a “report” that he commissioned to exonerate him of wrongdoing in the Bridegate scandal. He even hired his own personal defense lawyer, Randy Mastro, to “investigate” and write the report. Continue reading →

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Brookfield Place still on track to open in April

Posted on March 27, 2014 by Editor
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 near opening, and that April is unrealistic.  A source close (more…)
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Scallops anyone?

Posted on March 26, 2014 by Editor
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 38 feet!  Endurance has been dragging for scallops off the (more…)
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FBI raids another New York Assemblyman

Posted on March 26, 2014 by Editor
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

Posted on March 26, 2014 by Editor

Clinton de Blasio Stringer JacksonMarch 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 last year’s mayoral campaign, called it “promising” when asked about it again Friday.”

What the progressive Robin Hood Democrats Continue reading →

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Departures from CB1

Posted on March 26, 2014 by Editor
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

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Editor

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. Continue reading →

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Union Square Hospitality Group opens “Wine 101” course

Posted on March 24, 2014 by Editor

danny3March 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 to swallow the $1,750 fee. Continue reading →

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WTC parachutists had inside help from steel worker

Posted on March 24, 2014 by Editor

Billy Geoghan James BradyMarch 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 the death-defying stunt, The Post has learned. James Brady, 32, was one Continue reading →

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National 9/11 Memorial Museum to open in May

Posted on March 24, 2014 by Editor
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

Posted on March 24, 2014 by Editor

WWE suitMarch 24, 2014- A blog reports, “Shane McMahon, son of World Wrestling Continue reading →

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