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The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) plans to increase service on the A and L lines to better accommodate riders during peak hours. At a Monday committee meeting, officials proposed adding six extra round trips across the two lines and shifting some weekend L train service from early morning to late night, when ridership is typically higher. Set to begin in November, the changes include one extra round trip on both the A train’s Lefferts Boulevard and Far Rockaway branches, and four more round trips on the L line during the morning rush.
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This $4.6M Hudson Valley property is equal parts historic homestead and chic, contemporary estate

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June 23, 2025

This $4.6M Hudson Valley property is equal parts historic homestead and chic, contemporary estate

Down a tranquil stretch of road in Germantown, New York, a long gravel drive leads to Barnswood, the Hudson Valley estate at 153 County Road 6. Once part of the original Livingston estate, the land, spread over eight acres of meadow and woods, was returned to the Livingston family in the early 1900s as part of the family's working farm. It is this combination of estate and homestead that still defines this unusual property. Asking $4,600,000, Barnswood is just ten minutes from Germantown and Tivoli, and not much farther to Hudson, Rhinebeck, and Amtrak access.
A homestead for the 21st century, this way

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For $1.6M, a rare mid-century modern home with Hudson River views

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June 13, 2025

For $1.6M, a rare mid-century modern home with Hudson River views

High on a wooded bluff with views of the Hudson, this five-bedroom home at 159 Tweed Boulevard in Nyack, New York, will surely get the attention of anyone interested in the area's iconic mid-century modern offerings. Asking $1,595,000, the home was designed by noted architect Charles P. Winter in 1967. On the market for only the second time since it was built, the home spans 6,581 square feet; its integration of site and structure is a hallmark of modernism. Even more stunning are the views of the Hudson River and the Mario Cuomo Bridge through endless floor-to-ceiling glass.
Modern home lovers, prepare to swoon

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Asking $2.2M, an upstate farmhouse on 40 acres has a babbling brook and a private lake

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June 12, 2025

Asking $2.2M, an upstate farmhouse on 40 acres has a babbling brook and a private lake

Built by the Livingston family in 1859, this country estate, known as Hawkskill, sits on 40 wooded acres in Livingston, New York. Down a winding country road and a long private driveway, the Hudson Valley farmhouse stands on land granted to Robert Livingston, for whom the town was named, in 1684 by the English Crown. Asking $2,195,000, the farmhouse incorporates and expands on the original version, offering four bedrooms and three baths.
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June 10, 2025

How to celebrate Juneteenth 2025 in NYC

More than two years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, freedom finally reached the enslaved people of Galveston, Texas, on June 19, 1865. Celebrated by Black Americans for over 100 years and only recently made a public holiday, Juneteenth commemorates that historic moment, seen as an occasion to honor resilience, uplift communities, and spotlight Black culture. This year, the festivities take on added significance as the holiday marks its 160th anniversary. Ahead, discover ways to celebrate Juneteenth in NYC, from free festivals in public parks to programming at some of the city's top museums.
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June 3, 2025

Brooklyn Heights’ iconic Hotel Bossert sells for $100M, to become apartments

A historic Brooklyn Heights hotel once dubbed the "Waldorf-Astoria of Brooklyn" has sold for $100 million, with plans to convert the storied property into residences. The iconic Hotel Bossert, located at 98 Montague Street, was acquired by real estate investment and development firm SomeraRoad, according to city records registered Wednesday and first reported by Crain's. In a statement to the Brooklyn Daily Eagle, the firm said it "plans to honor the property’s rich history and to restore and reopen the building as residences."
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Bjarke Ingels unveils cascading concrete tower with 1,000 apartments along the Gowanus Canal

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June 3, 2025

Bjarke Ingels unveils cascading concrete tower with 1,000 apartments along the Gowanus Canal

It's going to be BIG. Architecture firm Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) this week unveiled designs for a 1,000-unit mixed-use tower at 175 Third Street in Gowanus, expected to be the largest building in the neighborhood. Situated along the canal, the concrete-clad building will take a horseshoe shape and rise 27 stories in a series of cascading volumes. The u-shape design opens towards the canal, where a park and esplanade will offer public open space and flood protection.
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NYC starts expansion of Harlem River Greenway in the Bronx

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May 30, 2025

NYC starts expansion of Harlem River Greenway in the Bronx

New York City has kicked off the expansion of the Harlem River Greenway in the Bronx. City officials announced Wednesday that more than four lane miles of on-street protected bike lanes will be installed along the corridor in 2025. The project aims to create a seven-mile greenway from Van Cortlandt Park to Randall’s Island Park, better connecting Bronx residents to their waterfront with new open space and bike routes.
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May 27, 2025

How to celebrate Pride Month in NYC

Every June, people around the world honor the vibrant contributions and lasting impact of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer communities. In a year marked by mounting political attacks and harmful rhetoric, Pride is more vital than ever. And in the United States, nowhere celebrates Pride quite like New York City. From the iconic Pride March to high-energy parties, performances, and cultural events, here's your guide to celebrating Pride Month across the five boroughs.
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Manhattanhenge returns this week: When and where to see the spellbinding sunset

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May 27, 2025

Manhattanhenge returns this week: When and where to see the spellbinding sunset

Manhattanhenge, one of New York City's most iconic natural phenomena, returns this week. The beloved event occurs just twice a year, when the sun aligns precisely with Manhattan’s street grid, creating a glowing spectacle perfectly framed by skyscrapers. This year, the full sun will be visible on the grid on May 29 and July 11, with a half sun appearing on May 28 and July 12.
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Breuer Building gets landmarked before Sotheby’s opens headquarters

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May 21, 2025

Breuer Building gets landmarked before Sotheby’s opens headquarters

The city's Landmarks Preservation Commission voted on Tuesday to designate the Breuer Building on the Upper East Side as an individual and interior landmark, protecting the Brutalist icon before auction house Sotheby's opens its global headquarters there. Designed by innovative architect Marcel Breuer, the building at 945 Madison Avenue was home to the Whitney Museum of American Art from 1966 to 2014. Sotheby's acquired the building in 2023; Herzog & de Meuron are currently leading a renovation and restoration of the space.
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Officials begin investigation into Brooklyn Bridge ship crash

Mayor Eric Adams visited the Mexican Navy tall ship after it collided with the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday. Photo by Michael Appleton/Mayoral Photography Office on Flickr

May 19, 2025

Officials begin investigation into Brooklyn Bridge ship crash

New York and federal officials have begun an investigation into why a Mexican Navy ship crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday. About five minutes after the Cuauhtémoc left Pier 17 with the intention of traveling south, the vessel drifted in the wrong direction and its soaring masts struck the iconic 142-year-old structure. The accident left two sailors dead and more than a dozen crew members injured. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) announced that a "multidisciplinary" team is conducting a safety investigation.
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NYC’s earliest concrete building in Gowanus back on market for $3M

Photos by Vanessa DeGarcia, courtesy of The Corcoran Group

May 15, 2025

NYC’s earliest concrete building in Gowanus back on market for $3M

The Coignet Stone Building, the earliest known concrete building in New York City, is back on the market for $2,995,000. Located at 360 3rd Avenue in Gowanus, the landmarked structure was built in 1873 as both a showroom and a physical advertisement for Francois Coignet's concrete construction company, marking the first documented use of concrete for a building in the city. Whole Foods purchased the property in 2005 and completed a $1.3 million restoration in 2016 before listing it for $6 million. The building returned to the market in 2019 as a proposed residential townhouse, asking $6.5 million.
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Writer Michelle Young designed her Crown Heights home for work and play, with space for culture and community included

Photo on left courtesy of Zack Dezon; Photos on right courtesy Michelle Young

May 12, 2025

Writer Michelle Young designed her Crown Heights home for work and play, with space for culture and community included

Michelle Young is an author, journalist, and founder of Untapped New York, an online publication that unearths New York City's many secrets and hidden treasures. She's also the author of the new non-fiction book, "The Art Spy: The Extraordinary Untold Tale of WWII Resistance Hero Rose Valland." Her Brooklyn townhouse, which she shares with her husband, Augustin Pasquet, and two young daughters, is an enviable oasis of great design with an additional dimension: On some enchanted evenings, it becomes a candlelit literary salon, hosting award-winning authors and chamber music performances. The directive for its recent renovation, a collaboration with architect Côme Ménage of re-A.D, was to create a home that combines life with small children, work, and hosting cultural events that include the larger community.
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$4.75M Sag Harbor Craftsman-style home has an Old Hollywood vibe

Interior photos by Shannon Dupre; Aerial photo courtesy of Rise Media.

May 12, 2025

$4.75M Sag Harbor Craftsman-style home has an Old Hollywood vibe

Even after a renovation by AD100 designer Neal Beckstedt and the influence of design pioneer Joe D'Urso, the house at 12 North Haven Way in Sag Harbor has the air of an early 20th-century estate in the Hollywood Hills. Draped in moss and designed in the Modern Craftsman style, the house sits on four wooded acres, surrounded by manicured hedges, and accessorized by a gunite pool. Asking $4,750,000, it's as true to its spare but aesthetically rich style inside as out.
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Chinatown Restaurant Week to feature 18 eateries with off-menu specials and prix-fixe deals

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May 8, 2025

Chinatown Restaurant Week to feature 18 eateries with off-menu specials and prix-fixe deals

A week-long culinary festival in New York City will highlight the unique flavors and stories behind some of Chinatown’s best restaurants. Hosted by Welcome to Chinatown from May 19 through May 24, Chinatown Restaurant Week includes 18 neighborhood restaurants, from long-standing favorites like Hop Kee and Jing Fong to newer innovative additions shaping the future of Chinatown's food scene. Each will offer prix-fixe menus and special dishes available exclusively during the event.
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May 7, 2025

Largest building in Gowanus moves ahead after $174.5M in financing

Plans for the largest building in Gowanus are moving forward after developers secured $174.5 million in financing. Last week, Charney Companies and Tavros obtained funding for 175 Third Street, a roughly one-million-square-foot project that will add 1,000 new apartments to the neighborhood as part of their larger Gowanus Wharf development. Once complete, the building will make Charney and Tavros the largest property owners in the area, with over two million square feet and 2,200 residences across Gowanus.
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72-story tower with 1,200 apartments proposed to replace Downtown Brooklyn ‘eyesore’

Rendering courtesy of Binyan Studio and TenBerke Architects

May 7, 2025

72-story tower with 1,200 apartments proposed to replace Downtown Brooklyn ‘eyesore’

New York City wants to redevelop an outdated office building in Downtown Brooklyn to make way for a 72-story mixed-use tower with over 1,000 units. The Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) is looking to rezone the commercial building at 395 Flatbush Avenue Extension to allow for a new skyscraper with 1,263 apartments, as first reported by The Real Deal. The existing 350,000-square-foot building—a Verizon call center—was called "one of the biggest eyesores in Downtown Brooklyn" by Brownstoner for its homely architecture. The proposed tower will be the second-tallest in the borough, after The Brooklyn Tower.
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May 6, 2025

Where to see live outdoor music in NYC this summer

New York City will soon come alive with the sound of music, played on lush green spaces and iconic public parks across the five boroughs. We've rounded up some of the best options for a soothing sonic backdrop to your summer plans, from classical music in Central Park and jazz at sunset along the Hudson River to rock and hip-hop in Brooklyn's backyard.
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City landmarks duplex apartment in Paul Rudolph’s Modulightor Building

Exterior photo courtesy of the Paul Rudolph Institute for Modern Architecture; interior photo courtesy of the Landmarks Preservation Commission

May 6, 2025

City landmarks duplex apartment in Paul Rudolph’s Modulightor Building

The duplex apartment inside Paul Rudolph’s iconic Modulightor Building in Midtown East is officially a New York City landmark. On Tuesday, the Landmarks Preservation Commission voted unanimously to designate the third- and fourth-floor residence at 246 East 58th Street as an interior landmark, citing the significance of its "complex, multi-layered interior." With the designation of the Modulightor Building as an individual landmark in December 2023, the interior and exterior of the building are now both protected.
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NYC sues Trump administration over ‘unconstitutional’ housing grant conditions

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May 5, 2025

NYC sues Trump administration over ‘unconstitutional’ housing grant conditions

New York City, joining seven other local governments, sued the Trump administration last week over new conditions related to federal housing grants. Filed on Friday, the lawsuit challenges the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) over provisions prohibiting grant recipients from using funds for programs related to diversity, equity, "gender ideology," and immigration. The cities argue that the new conditions imposed on the HUD grants are unconstitutional and an overreach of the executive branch.
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Abstract subway mosaic in Grand Central captures a spiritual journey through NYC

Credit: Etienne Frossard / MTA on Flickr

April 29, 2025

Abstract subway mosaic in Grand Central captures a spiritual journey through NYC

A new glass mosaic in Grand Central offers a vibrant interpretation of New Yorkers' journeys through the city. Unveiled on Monday by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), "Abstract Futures" spans 600 square feet at the 42nd Street/3rd Avenue entrance to the 7 train. Created by artist duo Sharmistha Ray and Dannielle Tegeder, the glass mosaic explores themes of "portals" and "journeys," serving as a metaphor for the spiritual transformations many experience while navigating life in New York City.
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The Upper East Side co-op where George Plimpton entertained the literary elite asks $5.25M

Photography credit: Ellen Silverman Photography for Douglas Elliman

April 18, 2025

The Upper East Side co-op where George Plimpton entertained the literary elite asks $5.25M

This house-sized duplex at 541 East 72nd Street, like so many of its Upper East Side neighbors, represents an era in New York City's social and cultural history. The 4,700-square-foot co-op is the former residence of literary luminary George Plimpton. The journalist, writer, and editor was known for hosting the city's literary elite. Asking $5,250,000, the duplex also housed the offices of The Paris Review, which Plimpton co-founded.
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The Frick Collection reopens after $220M renovation: See inside the revitalized Gilded Age museum

West Gallery, The Frick Collection, New York. Photo: Joseph Coscia Jr.

April 17, 2025

The Frick Collection reopens after $220M renovation: See inside the revitalized Gilded Age museum