I have a lot of books about New York. I have slightly fewer than I had last year as one of my New Year’s resolutions was to clear out at least some of them. As I sorted through the titles however, I noticed that the majority of these titles were essentially about Manhattan. I admit [...]

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One of the most exciting things happening in Manhattan this summer is the creation of more pedestrian promenades. Some are temporary and some are permanent but all are a welcome addition, as far as I am concerned. Some seriously major streets are going all foot traffic for a period of time – albeit temporarily – [...]

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I know what you’re thinking – “Enough about Manhattan! What about Brooklyn?” – and you’re right. I have focused a little heavily (ok, a lot heavily) on Manhattan and that’s because I live here. It’s easily accessible. Hell, it’s right outside my front door and it teems with stories, life and trivia enough for many [...]

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