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New park to generate revenue, while detractors question cost

New park to generate revenue, while detractors question cost
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The Hudson Yards/Hell’s Kitchen Business Improvement District is inching closer to acquiring a sole source license for park commerce, but not everyone in the community is happy.


Street Vendor Project elects new board, promises to fight license cap

Street Vendor Project elects new board, promises to fight license cap
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A new study showing the economic benefits of street vendors may be the extra ammunition needed to get the city to reform restrictive licensing laws.


Elevator upgrades at 57th Street station entrance moved to 55th Street

Elevator upgrades at 57th Street station entrance moved to 55th Street
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The MTA’s long-awaited plans to install elevators at 57th Street station have begun, to the relief of wheelchair-bound passengers.