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New York City
fromwww.amny.com
8 hours ago

Op-Ed | How public-private partnerships can fast-track subway accessibility | amNewYork

Public-private partnerships are enhancing subway accessibility for New Yorkers with disabilities, improving efficiency and reducing costs for infrastructure projects.
Humor
fromLaughing Squid
2 days ago

A Hilarious Review of New York City's Confusing Fulton Street Subway Station

Fulton Street Subway Station is a confusing and chaotic hub of multiple subway lines and features, likened to a panic-inducing escape room.
fromDesign Milk
1 day ago

Sabah House NYC Pays Homage To Set + Setting

Sabahs are made entirely by hand from 100% leather in either Texas or Turkey—two regions with distinct yet deeply rooted relationships to the material. The result is a shoe that varies subtly from pair to pair, even within the same size.
Brooklyn
#tribeca
fromSFGATE
1 day ago
Renovation

Two 1940s Buildings Could Be Demolished for New Construction in Tribeca East Historic District

Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
3 days ago

Nate Berkus Went on a "No-Holds-Barred" Vintage Hunt for This Tribeca Home

The renovation aimed to blend historical elements with modern conveniences in a Tribeca home with a rich past.
fromSFGATE
1 day ago
Renovation

Two 1940s Buildings Could Be Demolished for New Construction in Tribeca East Historic District

Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
3 days ago

Nate Berkus Went on a "No-Holds-Barred" Vintage Hunt for This Tribeca Home

The renovation aimed to blend historical elements with modern conveniences in a Tribeca home with a rich past.
fromHyperallergic
1 day ago

MoMA PS1's "Greater New York" Is Gritty, Stunning, and Gutting

The curators of Greater New York really captured the energy of the city well - not the out-of-towner's New York with its glossy surfaces, brands, and trendy fare, but the gritty New York that's always in the process of formation, that rejects surface in favor of rawness.
Arts
Toronto startup
fromBusline News
2 days ago

New York City's MTA To Take Delivery Of Its 1,000th Prevost Coach - Busline News

Prevost will deliver its 1,000th coach to the MTA in 2026, marking a significant milestone in their partnership.
London
fromTime Out London
4 days ago

You can ride a vintage 1930s tube train in London next month

London Transport Museum offers rides on restored 1930s Piccadilly line trains for the early May bank holiday.
Upper West Side
fromCurbed
2 days ago

Are the City's New Trash Cans Breaking Already?

The Better Bin design improves sanitation but has increased breakage issues compared to the previous wire-mesh bins.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
2 days ago

In Mamdani's NYC, sewer socialism is out. Pothole politics is in.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani emphasizes 'pothole politics' to address city issues directly and practically, focusing on tangible improvements for New Yorkers.
Fashion & style
fromGothamist
2 days ago

The LES is the city's new vintage district. With prices high and supply low, can it last?

A new microdistrict for high-end vintage shopping is emerging in New York City's Lower East Side.
E-Commerce
fromApartment Therapy
3 days ago

The "What Else Do You Have?" Rule Is My Secret to Scoring More Home Finds for Less

Asking sellers about additional items can lead to unexpected finds and better deals on Facebook Marketplace.
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
2 days ago

This popular massive street festival is coming back to NYC!

Fifth Avenue hosts the Museum Mile Festival, offering free museum access and live performances on June 9 from 6pm to 9pm.
fromApartment Therapy
5 days ago

An Interior Designer Spent 11 Years Slowly Renovating This 125-Year-Old Brooklyn Townhouse

When we saw this home - with its east-west exposures and windows that could be seen on both sides - we were immediately sold. It was the third house we looked at, and we were so lucky the owner accepted our offer. It was a very competitive moment for home sales in the neighborhood, and the fact we were able to make it happen felt like a dream.
Remodel
NYC food
fromIslands
5 days ago

New York's Once-Thriving Powerhouse Is Reshaping With Revitalized Neighborhoods, Waterways, And Local Flavor - Islands

Buffalo is an underrated city with a rich history, vibrant neighborhoods, and a renowned food scene, currently experiencing a resurgence.
fromTime Out New York
4 days ago

This new spot on Orchard Street serves Vietnamese coffee by day and eclectic cocktails at night

"After Eden is about what happens once you leave paradise. There's curiosity, a little temptation and sometimes a bit of chance."
Boston food
#new-york-city
New York City
fromAol
2 weeks ago

73 Things New Yorkers Don't Think Are Weird But Outsiders Noticed Immediately

New York City is a vibrant, warm place with a diverse international culture and moments of unexpected kindness among its residents.
New York City
fromBored Panda
2 months ago

96 Historical And Modern Photos That Reveal How New York Has Changed

An Instagram feed displays side-by-side historical and contemporary photos that reveal how New York City’s streets, skyline, and neighborhoods have changed over time.
New York City
fromCurbed
2 days ago

259 More Things New Yorkers Should Know

New Yorkers can enhance their city living experience with practical tips on various aspects of life, from parties to personal care.
New York City
fromCity Limits
4 days ago

Will New City Rules Finally Bring More Sidewalk Sheds Down?

New York City aims to reduce construction scaffolding while ensuring safety and accessibility for pedestrians.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

SHINE DOWN: 7 spots where you can see breathtaking sunsets in NYC

New York City parks provide beautiful sunset views, offering a connection to nature amidst the urban environment.
New York City
fromAol
2 weeks ago

73 Things New Yorkers Don't Think Are Weird But Outsiders Noticed Immediately

New York City is a vibrant, warm place with a diverse international culture and moments of unexpected kindness among its residents.
#mta
Marketing
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Op-ed | Why the MTA wants to hear from you this spring | amNewYork

MTA seeks rider feedback through the Spring Customers Count survey to improve the transit system.
Alternative transportation
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

How many of the newest NYC subway trains will have open gangways? MTA says that depends on numerous challenges | amNewYork

MTA is evaluating operational and maintenance challenges of open gangway trains for its new subway car order.
New York Mets
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Vintage trains running for Mets, Yankees home openers | amNewYork

Vintage subway train rides are returning for Mets and Yankees home openers, celebrating the tradition of fans traveling to the ballpark.
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
5 days ago

The MTA just announced major accessibility improvements are coming to 11 subway lines this spring

Elevator upgrades across 11 subway lines aim to improve accessibility, but will cause temporary outages during the replacement process.
Marketing
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Op-ed | Why the MTA wants to hear from you this spring | amNewYork

MTA seeks rider feedback through the Spring Customers Count survey to improve the transit system.
Alternative transportation
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

How many of the newest NYC subway trains will have open gangways? MTA says that depends on numerous challenges | amNewYork

MTA is evaluating operational and maintenance challenges of open gangway trains for its new subway car order.
New York Mets
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Vintage trains running for Mets, Yankees home openers | amNewYork

Vintage subway train rides are returning for Mets and Yankees home openers, celebrating the tradition of fans traveling to the ballpark.
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
5 days ago

The MTA just announced major accessibility improvements are coming to 11 subway lines this spring

Elevator upgrades across 11 subway lines aim to improve accessibility, but will cause temporary outages during the replacement process.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
3 days ago

Demolition likely after LPC declines to landmark historic Fort Greene home * Brooklyn Paper

The Landmarks Preservation Commission has denied landmark status to a historic house in Fort Greene due to extensive alterations.
fromAol
1 week ago
Photography

31 photos that show what life looked like in 1985

1985 was characterized by iconic pop culture, fashion trends, and everyday life captured through ordinary photographs.
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
1 week ago

BAM's new film series is a love letter to Hoyt-Schermerhorn station

Hoyt-Schermerhorn station celebrates its 90th anniversary with a film series showcasing its role in various movies as an iconic NYC subway location.
Brooklyn
fromJalopnik
3 days ago

New York Didn't Give The Famous Brooklyn Trar A Chance Before Crushing It - Jalopnik

The Brooklyn Trar, a beloved local decoration, was ticketed, towed, and crushed by the NYC Department of Sanitation after over a decade of display.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

East Side, West Side: Mamdani's DOT Will Transform 72nd Street With Protected Bike Lane, Bus Improvements - Streetsblog New York City

New bus and bike improvements for West 72nd Street will proceed despite business owners' concerns, emphasizing safety and multi-modal transportation.
#interior-design
Renovation
fromAol
6 days ago

This Prewar Brooklyn Apartment Is Full of Surprises

A prewar apartment in Brooklyn was transformed from nine rooms to fourteen, emphasizing subdivided spaces rather than open layouts.
Renovation
fromAol
6 days ago

This Prewar Brooklyn Apartment Is Full of Surprises

A prewar apartment in Brooklyn was transformed from nine rooms to fourteen, emphasizing a more subdivided layout while maintaining historic charm.
Renovation
fromAol
6 days ago

This Prewar Brooklyn Apartment Is Full of Surprises

A prewar apartment in Brooklyn was transformed from nine rooms to fourteen, emphasizing subdivided spaces instead of open layouts.
Renovation
fromAol
6 days ago

This Prewar Brooklyn Apartment Is Full of Surprises

A prewar apartment in Brooklyn was transformed from nine rooms to fourteen, emphasizing a more subdivided layout while maintaining historic charm.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

Mamdani Embraces 20-Year-Old Plan to Create A Car-Free Link Between Prospect Park And Grand Army Plaza - Streetsblog New York City

Grand Army Plaza will undergo a redesign to enhance pedestrian safety and connectivity to Prospect Park.
fromArtnet News
3 weeks ago

Hidden Underground Railroad Passage Discovered at New York Museum Faces Development Threat | Artnet News

The passageway is hidden in the last place most authorities would look for a person-within a set of drawers near the bedroom, on the second floor. There, a two by two-foot hatch opens onto a 15-foot shaft with a makeshift ladder extending towards the basement pantry.
Arts
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Op-ed | Let's provide free subway and bus fares for those who need them most | amNewYork

The City Council proposes making bus and subway fares free for one million low-income New Yorkers to alleviate financial burdens.
#brooklyn
fromWallpaper*
5 days ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn's most famous cemetery might be the best day trip in New York. Here's why

Green-Wood Cemetery's new education center, the Green-House, bridges urban life and history, enhancing public engagement with the cemetery's cultural significance.
fromGothamist
1 week ago
Brooklyn

NYC to drivers: Avoid northern part of Flatbush Avenue as street gets bus-friendly rebuild

Brooklyn's Flatbush Avenue will undergo a major redesign to improve bus transit and reduce congestion.
Brooklyn
fromWallpaper*
5 days ago

Brooklyn's most famous cemetery might be the best day trip in New York. Here's why

Green-Wood Cemetery's new education center, the Green-House, bridges urban life and history, enhancing public engagement with the cemetery's cultural significance.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NYC to drivers: Avoid northern part of Flatbush Avenue as street gets bus-friendly rebuild

Brooklyn's Flatbush Avenue will undergo a major redesign to improve bus transit and reduce congestion.
Renovation
fromianVisits
5 days ago

Liverpool Street station completes work to replace its dirty glazed roof

Network Rail has completed the replacement of glazing panels at Liverpool Street station, enhancing natural light and safety.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

Monday's Headlines: A Century of Days Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani's 100th day in office included commitments to waste containerization and a city-owned grocery store, while addressing misconceptions about his governance style.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Service changes coming to G train this month as MTA modernizes crosstown signals

G train service changes include shuttle buses and signal modernization work affecting commutes in Brooklyn and Queens.
New York City
fromGothamist
6 days ago

Mamdani ran on fast and free buses. A new plan addresses the 'fast' part of his pitch.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to reduce bus commute times by 20% across 45 corridors in the city.
#new-york-transit-museum
Brooklyn
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
1 week ago

All aboard! New York Transit Museum celebrates 50th anniversary with vintage train rides, scavenger hunt and new Exhibit Brooklyn Paper

The New York Transit Museum celebrates its 50th anniversary with a yearlong program of events highlighting mass transportation history in NYC.
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
1 week ago

The New York Transit Museum is launching a city-wide scavenger hunt to celebrate its 50th anniversary

New York Transit Museum celebrates its 50th anniversary with yearlong events, including vintage rides, scavenger hunts, and special exhibitions.
Brooklyn
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
1 week ago

All aboard! New York Transit Museum celebrates 50th anniversary with vintage train rides, scavenger hunt and new Exhibit Brooklyn Paper

The New York Transit Museum celebrates its 50th anniversary with a yearlong program of events highlighting mass transportation history in NYC.
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
1 week ago

The New York Transit Museum is launching a city-wide scavenger hunt to celebrate its 50th anniversary

New York Transit Museum celebrates its 50th anniversary with yearlong events, including vintage rides, scavenger hunts, and special exhibitions.
#early-vlogging
NYC music
fromkottke.org
1 month ago

Riding the Subway to Coney Island in 1987

Nelson Sullivan's 1987 video of friends traveling to Coney Island by NYC subway represents an early form of vlogging that predates the internet and anticipates modern selfie culture.
NYC music
fromkottke.org
1 month ago

Riding the Subway to Coney Island in 1987

Nelson Sullivan's 1987 video of friends traveling to Coney Island by NYC subway represents an early form of vlogging that predates the internet and anticipates modern selfie culture.
NYC music
fromkottke.org
1 month ago

Riding the Subway to Coney Island in 1987

Nelson Sullivan's 1987 video of friends traveling to Coney Island by NYC subway represents an early form of vlogging that predates the internet and anticipates modern selfie culture.
NYC music
fromkottke.org
1 month ago

Riding the Subway to Coney Island in 1987

Nelson Sullivan's 1987 video of friends traveling to Coney Island by NYC subway represents an early form of vlogging that predates the internet and anticipates modern selfie culture.
NYC music
fromkottke.org
1 month ago

Riding the Subway to Coney Island in 1987

Nelson Sullivan's 1987 video of friends traveling to Coney Island by NYC subway represents an early form of vlogging that predates the internet and anticipates modern selfie culture.
NYC music
fromkottke.org
1 month ago

Riding the Subway to Coney Island in 1987

Nelson Sullivan's 1987 video of friends traveling to Coney Island by NYC subway represents an early form of vlogging that predates the internet and anticipates modern selfie culture.
New York City
fromBored Panda
1 week ago

Stooping NYC: 30 Times People Left Treasures For Others To Find On The Curb

New Yorkers creatively transport stooped items home, making stooping a year-round, eco-friendly activity despite occasional weather challenges.
fromIslands
1 month ago

The 5 Best Car-Free Day Trips From New York City, According To Research - Islands

New York is the state with the highest percentage of homes without a car (excluding the District of Columbia), meaning many day trips are within reach of NYC by train. If you're seeking relaxation, explore one of the small, colorful villages of New York's Hudson River Valley. Perhaps you'd prefer to dine on Neapolitan-inspired pizza in a charming corner of Connecticut or stroll along the waterfront in one of New Jersey's coolest suburbs.
NYC food
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 week ago

IBX light rail plan takes center stage at New York Transit Museum * Brooklyn Paper

The Interborough Express is a proposed light rail project connecting Brooklyn and Queens, utilizing an existing freight line.
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Ask the MTA | Redbirds, cell phone service and Steinway Street construction | amNewYork

The Redbirds trace their origins to 1959, with the debut of the R26, the first of nine closely related subway car types that became synonymous with New York's transit system.
New York City
NYC food
fromAol
1 month ago

The 5 Best Car-Free Day Trips From New York City, According To Research

New York offers numerous accessible day trips by train to nearby destinations in the Hudson Valley, Connecticut, New Jersey, and Nassau County, catering to diverse traveler preferences for relaxation, culture, dining, and outdoor activities.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
1 week ago

MTA Insiders Give Talk on the IBX at the Transit Museum

The proposed 14-mile light rail route will connect Brooklyn and Queens, featuring 19 stations and integrating with existing transit options.
New York City
fromHoodline
2 weeks ago

NYC 3D Underground Maps Could Speed Construction

New York City is creating a 3D underground map to improve construction efficiency and reduce delays caused by buried utilities.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London Transport Museum adding new exhibitions galleries

The London Transport Museum is converting staff spaces into public areas, including a new 840 square-foot education and community gallery on the first floor to support learning programmes and local collaborations.
Television
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

Love Story Brings '90s New York Back to Life-These Are the Spots You Can Still Visit

Production designer Alex DiGerlando recreated 1990s New York for the FX series Love Story through extensive research, location shooting, and stylized set design capturing the era's iconic aesthetic and cultural moments.
#mta-advertising-pilot
Marketing tech
fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

Audio ads could soon be a part of your daily commute on the NYC subway system

The MTA launched a pilot program playing 75-decibel audio ads every 10 minutes in select subway and commuter rail stations through June 2026 to generate revenue.
Marketing tech
fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

Audio ads could soon be a part of your daily commute on the NYC subway system

The MTA launched a pilot program playing 75-decibel audio ads every 10 minutes in select subway and commuter rail stations through June 2026 to generate revenue.
fromNews 12 - Default
4 weeks ago

MTA to replace aging trains in NYC subway system

The MTA is replacing aging trains that have been running since the 1980s. More than 2,300 subway cars will be purchased, replacing nearly a third of the current subway fleet.
New York City
fromJeffersongraham
1 month ago

A Guide to Exploring New York's Amazing Underground Museum

While most people think of the New York subway as a way to get somewhere, I happen to think of it as one of the greatest art museums in the world - and it only costs $3 to get in. As long as you don't go through the turnstiles, you can go from station to station all day long marveling at the wall art.
NYC music
#new-york-bridges
fromThe Boutique Adventurer
1 month ago
New York City

How Many of New York's Most Famous Bridges Have You Actually Seen? - The Boutique Adventurer: Luxury Adventure Travel Blog focussed on Emerging Destinations for those over 35

fromThe Boutique Adventurer
1 month ago
New York City

How Many of New York's Most Famous Bridges Have You Actually Seen? - The Boutique Adventurer: Luxury Adventure Travel Blog focussed on Emerging Destinations for those over 35

fromThe Boutique Adventurer
1 month ago
New York City

How Many of New York's Most Famous Bridges Have You Actually Seen? - The Boutique Adventurer: Luxury Adventure Travel Blog focussed on Emerging Destinations for those over 35

fromThe Boutique Adventurer
1 month ago
New York City

How Many of New York's Most Famous Bridges Have You Actually Seen? - The Boutique Adventurer: Luxury Adventure Travel Blog focussed on Emerging Destinations for those over 35

NYC music
fromVinePair
1 month ago

Good Vibes From a Bad Decade: A Look at NYC's '70s-Inspired Bars

1970s-style bars are trendy, but in New York City they uniquely celebrate the city's most troubled decade, creating a paradoxical nostalgia for a period of crime, corruption, and urban decay.
#metrocard
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
New York City

Exhibition featuring amazing MetroCard-inspired artwork coming to Grand Central Transit Museum next month | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
New York City

Exhibition featuring amazing MetroCard-inspired artwork coming to Grand Central Transit Museum next month | amNewYork

New York City
fromUntapped New York
1 year ago

What Do the Tiny Signs on NYC Subway Stairs Mean? - Untapped New York

White staircase labels in NYC subways are codes indicating level (M/S/P), staircase number, and channel (A/B/C) used for wayfinding and maintenance.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Opinion: Transit Watchword Should Be Synergy, Not Scarcity - Streetsblog New York City

Fast, free buses and a 17% subway expansion are complementary transit strategies that should be coordinated, not framed as mutually exclusive.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
2 months ago

Cops release images of woman wanted for pushing subway rider onto Brooklyn tracks

A woman is wanted for hurling a 58-year-old onto the A‑train tracks at Lafayette Avenue station in Brooklyn; the suspect fled and police seek tips.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

An even bigger NYC subway system? Why transit experts say Mayor Mamdani should focus on that rather than fare-free buses amNewYork

Invest $1 billion annually to expand the NYC subway by 41 miles and 64 stations to eliminate transit deserts and spur 167,064 housing units.
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