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Midday Update: Fire Destroys Beth Hamedrash Hagadol

Here's a midday update on the fire that destroyed Beth Hamedrash Hagadol, one of the Lower East Side's most cherished Jewish historic sites.

NYC DOT Launches “Shared Streets” Festivities in Lower Manhattan

This Saturday, NYC's Department of Transportation launches its first "Shared Streets" community initiative in Lower Manhattan. From 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., cyclists, pedestrians and motorists will share the streets in the Seaport and Financial district (motorists are encouraged to...

Get Your ID NYC at the MOCA Pop-Up

Starting August 16th, New Yorkers can enroll for a free ID NYC card at the pop-up enrollment center in the Museum of Chinese in America. Residents in any of the five boroughs who are 14 years and older are eligible....

Good Morning!

Wednesday, July 27, 2016 | Here's a photo taken by the team at the Essex Street Market a few weeks ago. That's Gera Lozano's new mural. | Weather: Partly cloudy today with a high of 90. | If you...

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Morning Reads: Sandy Two Years Later, New Bowery Gallery, Graffiti War

A new report suggests the Lower East Side bounced back relatively quickly after Hurricane Sandy due to the neighborhood's "social ties." (Newsweek) Investigation: Red Cross botched hurricane aid effort (Pro Publica). Bridget Donahue, director of Gavin Brown's Enterprise, is opening a...

Morning Reads: Schrager Boasts About 215 Chrystie Sales, Synagogue Landmarked, Mayor’s Park Plan Too Timid

Ian Schrager says sales at 215 Chrystie St. are strong. There has been no negotiating; "You’re probably paying close to about $8 million for a three-bedroom apartment," he says. Asked about increased interest in the area, he responds: "I...

Bicyclist Seriously Injured on Allen Street This Afternoon

A few minutes ago, a bicyclist was rushed to the hospital after an accident on Allen Street. According to witnesses, the young woman, probably in early 20's, was riding southbound in the bike lane just before Grand Street when...

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“Economy Foam” Sign Comes Down From 175 East Houston

Last night at 175 East Houston St., another piece of the Lower East Side's past was torn down to make way for a shiny new storefront.  In the days ahead, a round-the-clock restaurant called Preserve 24 will be opening...
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The Lo-Down Culture Cast Episode 19 – Roxy Hunt, Co-Founder of The Lower East Side Film Festival

We spoke with Roxy Hunt, Co-Founder of The Lower East Side Film Festival (LESFF), for this week's episode of...
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