https://www.axios.com/superstar-cities-new-york-pandemic-ef4336d7-136f-4047-87f6-30f31fa6f59f.html Jul 23, 2021 - Economy & Business The return of superstar cities Erica Pandey, author of What's Next Illustration: Sarah Grillo/Axios As the pandemic emptied out Main Streets and normalized telework, many experts speculatedthat it would loosen superstar coastal cities' grip on the economy. Far from it. The big picture: New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles and the like … Continue reading Those big cities that were dying — guess what? they’re not
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West Coast fires produced unhealthy air in NYC
Below is a very impressive fast-moving video showing how the smoke traveled across the country, following normal wind currents. Living in NYC as I do, it never occurred to me that the unhealthy air was due to wildfires almost three thousand miles away. This is a prime illustration of how one large enough meteor could … Continue reading West Coast fires produced unhealthy air in NYC
NYC subways not up to the hard rains caused by the climate crisis
Because of the subway, there are holes in the ground all over the city that go below the top of the water table or otherwise prone to flooding. The subway system has an incredibly complex and capable pumping system that removes the water -- but it has a fine capacity. The increased amount of rain … Continue reading NYC subways not up to the hard rains caused by the climate crisis
NYC dependent on increase in daily commutes to support public transit
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-07-12/nj-transit-lirr-metro-north-are-empty-as-people-skip-nyc-commute NYC Needs the Commuting Crowds That Have Yet to Fully Return Subway and trains need a ridership boost before federal aid runs out By Elise Young and Raeedah WahidJuly 12, 2021, 5:00 AM EDT At least twice in the past two weeks, Lincoln Tunnel traffic was so light that the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey cut operating … Continue reading NYC dependent on increase in daily commutes to support public transit
“Running of the Goats” at Riverside Park again on July 14th at 11am
https://www.westsiderag.com/2021/07/13/public-running-of-the-goats-returns-to-riverside-park-wednesday-then-they-feast Public ‘Running of the Goats’ Returns to Riverside Park Wednesday; Then They Feast Posted on July 13, 2021 at 2:07 pm by West Sider The face of determination, from the 2019 Running of the Goats. Photo by Mildred Alpern. After a hiatus in 2020, goats are returning to Riverside Park this year to chomp … Continue reading “Running of the Goats” at Riverside Park again on July 14th at 11am
15 Quiet places on the Upper West Side of Manhattan
The '15 Best Quiet Places' On The UWS: Did They Get It Right? Foursquare City Guide recently published a list of the "15 Best Quiet Places" on the Upper West Side. Here's what they said. Gus Saltonstall, Patch Staff Posted Tue, Jun 8, 2021 at 12:08 pm ET|Updated Wed, Jun 9, 2021 at 12:45 pm ET An image of a … Continue reading 15 Quiet places on the Upper West Side of Manhattan
A diner is returning to Manhattan’s Upper West Side
Nostalgic Diner Old John’s Brings Its Egg Creams and Banana Splits Back to the Upper West Side Updated classics are on the menu at this diner reboot opening June 23by Erika Adams Jun 14, 2021, 4:39pm EDTPhotography by Molly Tavoletti Old John’s diner favorites are making a comeback Decades-oldDecades-old Upper West Side stalwart Old John’s is set to reopen … Continue reading A diner is returning to Manhattan’s Upper West Side
An Upper West Side Mexican restaurant you shouldn’t miss
UWS Eatery Named 1 Of Best Mexican Restaurants In NYC An Upper West Side spot was recently featured on a list by an Eater NY critic of the 30 best Mexican restaurants in NYC. Find out which. Gus Saltonstall, Patch Staff Posted Tue, Jun 1, 2021 at 11:45 am ET|Updated Wed, Jun 2, 2021 at 7:23 am ET An Upper … Continue reading An Upper West Side Mexican restaurant you shouldn’t miss
Why your Uber/Lyft ride in NYC is suddenly costing a fortune
https://www.curbed.com/2021/06/uber-lyft-expensive-new-york-city.html Why Your Uber Ride Is Suddenly Costing a Fortune June 4, 2021 The lockdown ended. The curfews were lifted. And just as New Yorkers started to peel off their masks and make their way back out into the world, they were confronted by a rather rude reopening reality. Ride-hailing prices are up — way … Continue reading Why your Uber/Lyft ride in NYC is suddenly costing a fortune
Upper West Side has a star with a curry ramen [?] sandwich shop
Top Eater Critic Says UWS Has Best Sandwich in NYC Mike Mishkin June 10, 2021 Food & Drink Eater NY food critic Robert Sietsema has been documenting his favorite city sandwiches in a series of lists featuring hoagies and heroes throughout the boroughs. In his most recent round up, a new Japanese curry and sandwich spot – Curry Mania – … Continue reading Upper West Side has a star with a curry ramen [?] sandwich shop
NYC’s Birdland Jazz Club reopening in July
It's wonderful to see signs everywhere of all the entertainment -- theatre, movies, concerts, and more -- reopening. Some are reopening full bore (Broadway beginning in September) while others are tip-toeing. Was particularly pleased by the news below as several jazz venues have closed permanently. Since this club is one I've often gone to (I … Continue reading NYC’s Birdland Jazz Club reopening in July
Small-business owners scoring dream spots in Manhattan
Some businesses thrive and some fail. Altho the focus during the pandemic has been on the economic disasters that have hit so many businesses, the newly vacant space has prevented an irresistable opportunity for those with the dreams and resources. After all, NYC is still the place where many would love to thrive. https://www.npr.org/2021/05/25/999064347/small-business-owners-are-scoring-dream-spots-in-the-most-cutthroat-market-manha? Small-Business … Continue reading Small-business owners scoring dream spots in Manhattan
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