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Coney Island boardwalk to get $1 billion revamp

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December 11, 2025

Coney Island boardwalk to get $1 billion revamp

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Coney Island’s landmarked Riegelmann Boardwalk will undergo a $1 billion reconstruction. During a Brooklyn Community Board 13 meeting on Monday, NYC Parks Program Director Grace Tang announced that the department received funding to fully reconstruct the 2.7-mile boardwalk, replace utilities and structural piles, and elevate it in certain areas. Mayor Eric Adams announced plans for the reconstruction as part of his "Coney Island West" plan, which aims to bring thousands of new homes, retail spaces, and infrastructure improvements to the neighborhood.
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Manhattan median rent prices set new highs in November, reaching nearly $4,800/month

The West Village. Photo by Ana Lanza on Unsplash

December 11, 2025

Manhattan median rent prices set new highs in November, reaching nearly $4,800/month

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Manhattan rents hit new highs again in November, with the median price almost reaching $4,800, a 13 percent year-over-year jump, according to a new report released this week. Prepared by appraisal firm Miller Samuel for Douglas Elliman, the November 2025 Elliman Report shows the median rent price rose more than 3 percent from $4,600 in October. The borough’s average rent climbed to a record $5,686, up nearly 1 percent from last month and almost 13 percent annually, while the average price per square foot reached a new high of $95 after rising 5.6 percent since October and 10.1 percent from last November.
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Here are NYC’s most dangerous intersections

Looking from Avenue H, Nostrand Avenue and Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Photo by Tdorante10 on Wikimedia

December 10, 2025

Here are NYC’s most dangerous intersections

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There are nearly 120 intersections across New York City where five or more New Yorkers have been killed or seriously injured over the last three years, new data shows. The map, released on Tuesday by Transportation Alternatives, highlights these high-risk intersections across the five boroughs, where nearly three million pedestrians live within a half-mile of at least one. Street safety advocates are calling on the City Council to pass a bill requiring universal daylighting at every intersection—a measure introduced more than a year ago but not yet brought to a vote.
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World’s largest menorah returns to Central Park for Hanukkah

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December 10, 2025

World’s largest menorah returns to Central Park for Hanukkah

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The world’s largest menorah was lifted into place near Central Park on Wednesday, ahead of the start of Hanukkah. At the corner of Fifth Avenue and 59th Street, across from the Plaza Hotel, the 36-foot-tall menorah will be lit nightly from December 14 to 21 as part of the Jewish Festival of Lights. Each evening, the Lubavitch Youth Organization will host a lighting ceremony, complete with live music, dancing, and classic Hanukkah treats like donuts and chocolate gelt.
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City breaks ground on new jade-colored public library in Rego Park

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December 10, 2025

City breaks ground on new jade-colored public library in Rego Park

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Construction of a new $39 million Rego Park public library, one of the busiest Queens Public Library branches, is now underway. On Tuesday, city officials broke ground on the new library at 91-41 63rd Drive, which will replace the existing one-story, 7,500-square-foot branch with a three-story, 18,000-square-foot facility featuring expanded programming space. Designed by Weiss/Manfredi and managed by the Department of Design and Construction (DDC) on behalf of QPL, the project is slated for completion by the end of 2028.
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Astoria’s 31st Street bike lane must be removed, judge rules

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December 9, 2025

Astoria’s 31st Street bike lane must be removed, judge rules

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A partially-installed protected bike lane along 31st Street in Astoria must be removed after a Queens judge ruled the city failed to follow proper procedures. In a ruling issued Friday, Judge Cheree Buggs ordered that the corridor be returned to its original state, despite work on the project already being underway. The judge found that the Department of Transportation (DOT) failed to show the project met legal certification requirements for notifying the FDNY, the Department of Small Business Services, and the Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities. The court sided with local businesses and residents who filed the lawsuit, which argued the bike lane would compromise the safety of cyclists and pedestrians, despite city data suggesting otherwise, as Streetsblog reported.
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City taps developer to replace 100 Gold Street with 3,700 apartments

100 Gold Street. Photo courtesy of NYCEDC

December 9, 2025

City taps developer to replace 100 Gold Street with 3,700 apartments

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New York City has chosen a developer to turn an outdated Financial District government building into thousands of new apartments. Mayor Eric Adams on Monday announced that GFP Real Estate will redevelop the nine-story 100 Gold Street into a mixed-use development with 3,700 new homes, including 25 percent permanently affordable units, and a new senior center. The total number of housing units at the site increased substantially from the original 1,000+ apartments announced in March.
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Williamsburg diner relocates to movie studio in the Brooklyn Navy Yard

Photos courtesy of Diane Bondareff Photography

December 9, 2025

Williamsburg diner relocates to movie studio in the Brooklyn Navy Yard

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An iconic Williamsburg diner that has been a neighborhood fixture for nearly 60 years was lifted off its foundation and relocated to the Brooklyn Navy Yard, where it will get new life as a movie set. The Wythe Diner on Monday was hoisted by crane and transported to Steiner Studios’ waterfront lot, where it will serve permanently as a film set, extending the retro restaurant's long history on the big screen. The diner had faced demolition for years amid plans for a new apartment building, prompting a deal to physically relocate it and preserve the beloved structure.
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New live music and arts venue coming to Sunset Park’s Bush Terminal

Photos by Max Kütz

December 8, 2025

New live music and arts venue coming to Sunset Park’s Bush Terminal

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Bush Terminal in Sunset Park is set to add a state-of-the-art live music and arts venue, the latest step in its transformation into a creative hub. The city's Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) last week announced a partnership with the founders of Gowanus' Public Records music venue to bring a 1,000-capacity space to MADE Bush Terminal's Building A. Slated to open in late 2026, the venue will host live performances, large-scale art exhibitions, and a variety of public and private events, advancing the revitalization of the 20-acre waterfront campus.
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Visionary architect Frank Gehry dies at 96

(L) Frank Gehry, image via WikiCommons; (R) 8 Spruce Street, Image via WikiCommons

December 8, 2025

Visionary architect Frank Gehry dies at 96

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Frank Gehry, the visionary architect whose sculptural, undulating designs created some of the world's most striking buildings, died last Friday at the age of 96. While maybe best remembered for his crowning achievement, the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain, Gehry also left a lasting mark on New York City, designing the eye-catching 8 Spruce Street in the Financial District, which opened as the tallest residential tower in the Western Hemisphere when it debuted in 2011, and Chelsea's IAC Building. Gehry reportedly died at his home in Santa Monica, California, following a brief respiratory illness, according to the New York Post.
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NYC’s most festive holiday bars and restaurants
December 5, 2025

NYC’s most festive holiday bars and restaurants

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Nowhere is as picturesque as New York City during the holidays, with iconic attractions like the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, Bryant Park's Winter Village, the Dyker Heights Christmas lights, and festive decorations brightening every street corner. Whether you're looking for a cozy spot to sip on seasonal cocktails or somewhere to enjoy over-the-top holiday-themed decor, the city offers many options to revel in holiday cheer. Ahead, find a list of festive bars and restaurants across NYC that will help you get into the holiday spirit (and spirits) this season.
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NYC sees 23 percent more new homes in first year of City of Yes

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December 5, 2025

NYC sees 23 percent more new homes in first year of City of Yes

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Housing production in New York City rose 23 percent in the first 10 months of 2025, since the passage of Mayor Eric Adams’ "City of Yes" housing plan, according to city data. Coinciding with the first anniversary of the plan's passage on Friday, Mayor Eric Adams and Department of City Planning Commissioner Dan Garodnick released new statistics showing that the city has permitted roughly 17,600 new homes through late October, a 22.8 percent increase from the same period in 2024. Key reforms under the plan include the legalization of accessory dwelling units, affordable housing bonuses, new zoning districts, reduced parking mandates, and more.
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Queens’ tallest building opens lottery for 248 apartments, from $2,912/month

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December 5, 2025

Queens’ tallest building opens lottery for 248 apartments, from $2,912/month

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Here’s a chance to live in elevated style: the tallest building in Queens has launched a housing lottery for 248 middle-income apartments. Located at Orchard Street and Jackson Avenue in Long Island City, the Orchard is a 70-story rental tower boasting over 100,000 square feet of amenities, including a sprawling backyard with a swimming pool, three pickleball courts, a sky lounge, and more. New Yorkers earning 130 percent of the area median income can apply for the units, priced from $2,912/month studios to $4,925/month three bedrooms.
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Prospect Park will get Brooklyn’s first ‘Bluebelt’ to protect area from flooding

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December 4, 2025

Prospect Park will get Brooklyn’s first ‘Bluebelt’ to protect area from flooding

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To protect Prospect Park and nearby Brooklyn neighborhoods from flooding, New York City will spend $68 million on new infrastructure, including the borough’s first Bluebelt. Announced on Wednesday, the investment will fund nature-based solutions—like enhanced lakes and wetlands—to better manage extreme rainfall fueled by climate change. The project will safeguard the Prospect Park Zoo, which closed for eight months in 2023 due to flood damage, and protect surrounding neighborhoods from future flooding.
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New Washington Heights pedestrian plaza opens with mural honoring Dominican community

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December 4, 2025

New Washington Heights pedestrian plaza opens with mural honoring Dominican community

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A new pedestrian plaza and mural in Washington Heights opened this week, setting a city record for the most temporary public art installations on city land. On Thursday, Department of Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez celebrated the opening of a new pedestrian plaza on Audubon Avenue between 165th and 166th Streets, adding 10,890 square feet of car-free space, and unveiled “De Lo Mio,” a vibrant asphalt mural honoring Dominican culture by artist Talisa Almonte. The artwork marks a record 151 temporary public art pieces installed across DOT property.
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See plan for 27-story rental tower above historic Fort Greene church

Proposed view looking west. Credit: FXCollaborative

December 3, 2025

See plan for 27-story rental tower above historic Fort Greene church

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A developer is looking to build an apartment tower on top of a historic Fort Greene church. Strekte presented a proposal to the Landmarks Preservation Commission on Tuesday for a 27-story tower above the landmarked Hanson Place Central United Methodist Church. During the hearing, the commission reviewed plans to restore the facade of the church at 144 St. Felix Street and perform demolitions necessary to construct a 27-story tower above it. After extensive public feedback, including concerns from neighboring One Hanson Place condo residents about blocked views, the LPC asked the development team to return at a later date once it had reviewed the points raised during the testimony.
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500 affordable homes coming to East Harlem 125th Street development

Streetview of 2319 Third Avenue © 2024 Google

December 3, 2025

500 affordable homes coming to East Harlem 125th Street development

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A new addition to East Harlem's East 125th Street Development will bring nearly 500 affordable homes to the neighborhood. New York City Council Deputy Speaker Diana Ayala announced on Monday the details for 2319 Third Avenue, a mixed-use project with more than 400 affordable rental units and roughly 80 affordable homeownership units. The new building completes a three-phase development, which included the adjacent One East Harlem, a 19-story tower with 400 apartments, more than half of which were designated as affordable, and the Caribbean Cultural Center African Diaspora Institute.
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NYC selects vendor for 500 secure bike storage hubs

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December 2, 2025

NYC selects vendor for 500 secure bike storage hubs

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New York City has selected a vendor to install secure bike storage hubs at 500 locations across the five boroughs. The Department of Transportation on Monday announced that it chose Tranzito to create and operate a citywide network of secure bike parking structures, offering cyclists who lack in-home storage a safe place to keep their bicycles. The selection follows a 2024 request for proposals, and the city expects to award a five-year operating contract, with officials set to reveal additional designs and locations at a later date.
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Say ‘farewell’ to the MetroCard at New York Transit Museum exhibit

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December 2, 2025

Say ‘farewell’ to the MetroCard at New York Transit Museum exhibit

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Before the MetroCard is retired this month, the New York Transit Museum is saying goodbye to the iconic transit payment method with a special exhibit. Opening on December 17, "FAREwell, MetroCard" explores the MetroCard’s history, from its creation and adoption to the technology behind it, and highlights how it has become a cultural artifact for millions of New Yorkers. The exhibition also offers insight into what was, at the time, a cutting-edge technology that eliminated the need for tokens, ahead of December 31, when the MTA will stop selling MetroCards as the system continues its transition to OMNY.
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Eataly to open new grab-and-go cafe on the Upper East Side

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December 2, 2025

Eataly to open new grab-and-go cafe on the Upper East Side

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Eataly’s expansion across Manhattan continues, with the beloved Italian marketplace set to open a new outpost on the Upper East Side. On December 10, the brand will debut a 43-seat Eataly Caffè, its newest culinary concept featuring a coffee bar, quick-service offerings, and other grab-and-go options. Located at 1122 Lexington Avenue, the new cafe will be the third of its kind in the five boroughs and Eataly’s fifth location in the city, following the opening of a cafe in Hudson Yards in June.
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Famed architect Robert A.M. Stern dies at 86

(L) Credit: RAMSA; (R) 15 Central Park West. Image via WikiCommons

December 1, 2025

Famed architect Robert A.M. Stern dies at 86

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Acclaimed architect Robert A.M. Stern, who over his career built one of the world’s most influential architecture firms and left an enduring mark on the New York City skyline, died last Thursday at the age of 86. The Brooklyn-born architect founded Robert A.M. Stern Architects (RAMSA) in 1969 and went on to build a portfolio that ranged from luxury residential buildings like 15 Central Park West to major institutional projects such as the expansion of the New York Historical. Stern served as dean of the Yale School of Architecture from 1998 to 2016. His son Nicholas told the New York Times that the cause of death was a brief pulmonary illness.
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NYC’s top holiday concerts and live shows
November 26, 2025

NYC’s top holiday concerts and live shows

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While New York City’s holiday season is best known for its twinkling lights and the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, the city also offers a wealth of world-class live performances to dazzle audiences with festive cheer. Here are some of the best ways to celebrate the holidays in NYC with music, dance, and theater, from the Radio City Christmas Spectacular to festive ballet, jazz, and performances at Lincoln Center.
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NYC is selling limited batches of its most popular authentic street signs

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November 26, 2025

NYC is selling limited batches of its most popular authentic street signs

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New York City is selling limited batches of its four best-selling street signs from its monthly "sign drops," giving New Yorkers a chance to bring a piece of the city home for the holidays. Department of Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez announced that starting Tuesday, the agency will release four of its most popular street signs, the first on Tuesday, followed by drops on Wednesday, November 26, November 28, and December 1. Two signs released so far—“Leaving Brooklyn Fuhgeddaboutit” and “Gay Street”—are already sold out, while “Welcome to Queens” and “Cornelia Street” will be available on CityStore on November 28 and December 1, respectively.
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New bill would revive single-room occupancy apartments in NYC

An SRO in the famous Chelsea Hotel, featured in a 2018 6sqft story. Photo by James and Karla Murray exclusively for 6sqft.

November 26, 2025

New bill would revive single-room occupancy apartments in NYC

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Looking for new ways to tackle the city’s housing shortage, a New York City Council member is calling for the return of single-room occupancy units (SROs). Council Member Erik Bottcher on Tuesday introduced legislation backed by the Department of Buildings that would allow the construction of SROs as small as 100 square feet for the first time in decades. The city once had as many as 100,000 SROs, but their numbers began declining in the 1950s as new laws restricted their construction and encouraged conversions, driven by stigma that linked the housing type to poverty and crime, according to the New York Times.
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Victorian Flatbush gains two new historic districts

The Ditmas Park West Historic District. Credit: Landmarks Preservation Commission

November 25, 2025

Victorian Flatbush gains two new historic districts

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New York City's newest historic districts are two well-preserved areas of homes in suburban Flatbush. On Tuesday, the Landmarks Preservation Commission voted to designate the Beverley Square West and Ditmas Park West Historic Districts, which together include 247 freestanding homes built between 1894 and 1910, showcasing early 20th-century suburban architecture in the Queen Anne and Colonial Revival styles, or a mixture of the two. The most recent iteration of the districts includes minor boundary adjustments that exclude homes that do not share the same historic integrity as the rest of the district.
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