- Developer Michael Shah buys into another Lower East Side building; 205 Chrystie will feature a new nightlife venue from Matt Levine (PR Newswire).
- Past and (possibly) future City Council candidate Pete Gleason is outraged that he’s been “gerrymandered” out of his Senate district. The outspoken activist is blaming Daniel Squadron and will be even more steamed if Councilmember Margaret Chin tries the same thing! (Observer)
- Luna Lounge owner Rob Sacher says maybe it’s time to take back the Lower East Side from the real estate interests (EV Grieve).
- The OpenHouse Gallery’s “Big Cheesy” hits Mulberry Street this weekend (NYT).
