Midtown Locals Show Sympathy and Dismay for Drug Clinic, As City Plans for More
As the city sets to fund more drug treatment centers, some New Yorkers are growing weary of clinics.
New Yorkers and Libraries Fight Book Censorship
Parents, Students and Librarians Push Back Against Book Bans.
Floral District Hit by Inflation Amid Pandemic Recovery
Midtown’s floral district hit with inflation as many shop owners still work to recover from the pandemic.
Environmental Concerns Over Alleged Con Ed Water Dumping
Midtown-based civic group plans to sure Con Ed over alleged Clean Water Act violations.
State Designates Times Square as “Gun-Free” Zone
New York designates Time Square a gun-free zone following the June Supreme Court ruling, which struck down a provision in the state’s concealed carry law.
Asian-Owned Fashion Studios Still Suffer In Pandemic Recovery
Female workers at Asian-owned fashion studios feel unsafe
New City Sanitation Program Has Critics and Fans
Midtown residents and local environmentalists have mixed opinions on whether the trash pickup in Times Square is getting any better around the neighborhood or enough to have an impact.
The Role of Intimacy Directors on Broadway
As more intimacy directors join Broadway shows, industry professionals want more diversity and qualifications.
Dozens of Abandoned Dining Sheds Demolished Amid Complaints
Residents file complaints about outdoor abandoned dining sheds as the city moves to make the Open Restaurants program permanent.
Non-Profits and Activists Play Outsized Role in Asylum Seeker Care
While there is help from the local government, non-profits, community-based organizations and activists said they are providing many of the services for asylum seekers.
Bodega Owners Add Plant-Based Menu Options
In an effort to appeal to customers and financially recover from the pandemic, some New York City bodega owners are adding plant-based food to their menus.
Doubts Over The Vessel’s Safety Remain
After four people committed suicide by jumping from the Vessel, the reopening of the tourist attraction is uncertain.
Hell’s Kitchen Residents Upset By City’s Change of Plans for Housing Units
Hell’s Kitchen residents feel blindsided by city’s decision to erect supportive housing residence instead of planned median income building.
Chelsea Residents Rethink Open Streets Program
As the city recovers from the pandemic, some residents question the need to continue the Open Streets program, while others want it to stay.
Midtown Record Stores Find Innovative Ways to Withstand Changing Industry
Midtown record store owners introduced a variety of products in their stores to navigate the changing music industry.
Complaints About Chelsea’s Dirty Sidewalks Soar as Tourism Returns
As tourism returns, some Chelsea residents feel sidewalks are dirtier than ever, but the New York Department of Sanitation doesn’t see it as a problem.
Housing Works Pushes for Overdose Prevention Centers Amid Changing Administration
Local advocacy groups push new Governor Kathy Hochul to bring the Opioid Prevention Center Program to New York City.
The Met Debuts First Opera by Black Composer, Catching Up to New York City Indie Companies
“Fire Shut Up in My Bones” opened the Met’s 2021-22 season, marking the first time the 138-year-old cultural institution has staged an Opera by a Black composer. Local opera groups say it’s about time.
Midtown Street Vendors Fight to Survive Amid City’s Reopening
When the Covid pandemic forced New York City to lock down last year, street vendors were designated as essential workers. Now, as the city reopens, vendors are facing increased challenges related to licenses and permits.
Senate Bill Looking to Ban Pet Stores From Selling Animals Creates Controversy
The New York State Senate approved a bill that looks to prevent pet stores from selling dogs, cats and rabbits. The Assembly is set to vote on the legislation, which has pets stores fearing they will be pushed out of business, later this year.
Helicopter Noise Complaints Up as Commuter Flights Return
Commuter flights out of the West 30th Street heliport in Midtown are up so far this year and so are the complaints.
Community Board Fights for Safety Improvements at Crash Prone Intersection
The intersection at West 42nd Street and 11th Avenue has been the site of ten traffic accidents so far this year.
Complaints About Homeless Population Rise As City Converts Hotels
Complaints about the City’s homeless population rise as several Midtown hotels are converted into shelters.
City Takes Steps to Accommodate Pets in Homeless Shelters
The City Council approves two bills that aim to make homeless shelters more pet-inclusive.
