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SoHo

May 15, 2013

SoHo Bike Share Dock Needs to Move 'Immediately,' Pols Say

Citi Bike shouldn't steal open space from park-starved SoHo, officials said in a letter released Tuesday.

Lower East Side

May 04, 2013

Abandoned LES Pier to Open Saturday with Waterfront Picnic Tables

The temporary park on Pier 42 will open Saturday with a community day and activities.

Cobble Hill

April 26, 2013

SUNY Withdraws Plan to Close LICH

SUNY Downstate Medical Center Withdrew their plan to close the Cobble Hill hospital, Friday.

Cobble Hill

April 25, 2013

City Council Unanimously Passes Resolution to Save LICH

The resolution calls for SUNY and the State Department of Health to find a new operator for the hospital.

Columbia Street Waterfront District

April 19, 2013

Worms Wiggle to First Festival for Columbia Street Children's Garden

The South Brooklyn Children's Garden is hosting their first worm festival, April 20.

Carroll Gardens

April 15, 2013

Light System with PCBs to be Replaced this Summer at Carroll Gardens School

The Department of Education found PCB leaks in the building's light fixtures last year.

Financial District

March 18, 2013

New Traffic Light Coming to Beekman Street After UPS Worker Killed by SUV

The crossing, which is near the Spruce Street School, has long been a cause of concern among parents.

New York City

March 14, 2013

Reshma Saujani Out-Raises Daniel Squadron in Latest Campaign Filing

The candidates for Public Advocate have been battling it out in the money race.

Chinatown

March 01, 2013

Dumpling Rally Looks to Bring Business Back to Sandy-Damaged Chinatown

Many businesses are still feeling the effects of Hurricane Sandy, according to Dumpling Rally organizers.

Lower East Side

February 26, 2013

Abandoned LES Pier to Open in May with Waterfront Picnic Tables

Pier 42 will open May 4 as elected officials continue to plan for its future.

Greenpoint

February 22, 2013

G Train to Receive Full MTA Service Review

The cross-Brooklyn line will receive a full review, officials said.

Cobble Hill

February 13, 2013

Community Will Meet to Discuss LICH Closure

Local associations, physicians and politicians will discuss steps to keep the hospital open, Thursday.

Cobble Hill

February 08, 2013

Emotions High as SUNY Trustees Meet for Final Decision on LICH

Supporters at a public hearing, Thursday, urged SUNY board members to keep LICH off the chopping block.

New York City

February 07, 2013

Public Advocate Candidates Face Off at First Debate

The Public Advocate candidates faced off for the first time Wednesday night in Queens.

New York City

January 31, 2013

Make Lunar New Year a School Holiday, Pols Say

Pols from large Asian communities are urging officials to make the Lunar New Year a school holiday.