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Midtown Landlords Offer Cash to Tenants Who Give Up Office Leases
As sublease markets swell, several high-profile landlords are offering lump-sum buyouts to shorten vacancy timelines and reset rents.
Business · Malik Johnson · April 15, 2026
Brooklyn Night Schools Teach DJing and Club Light Design
Community centers and independent clubs are offering weekend classes to train the next generation of nightlife technicians and stagehands.
Entertainment · Malik Johnson · April 3, 2026
Staten Island Council Rejects Landfill Expansion After Months of Activist Pressure
A surprise vote against a proposed expansion marks a major victory for neighborhood groups who rallied for stricter environmental review.
Politics · Malik Johnson · March 22, 2026
Podcast Studios Are Booming in Brooklyn — Local Hosts Turn Pro
Affordable studio clusters and production services have transformed independent audio creators into small businesses.
Tech · Malik Johnson · March 21, 2026
Bronx Environmental Tech Incubator Turns Low-Cost Sensors Into Local Policy Wins
Community-driven startups are co-designing air-monitor networks with residents to create data that city agencies can act on.
Tech · Malik Johnson · March 19, 2026
Basement Comedy Clubs of Manhattan Are Building a New Pipeline
Small, oft-overlooked cellar venues are training writers and performers who are now feeding major stages and writers' rooms.
Culture · Malik Johnson · February 26, 2026
Suffolk Towns Press State for Faster Cleanup of Long Island Sound Contamination
Local supervisors demand accelerated testing and remediation plans after new reports link pollutants to shellfish closures and health advisories.
Politics · Malik Johnson · February 23, 2026
Ferry Ridership Surges as Manhattan Commuters Rediscover the East River Route
Service expansions and the appeal of less-crowded commutes have pushed several Brooklyn-to-Manhattan ferry lines to near pre-pandemic capacity.
Lifestyle · Malik Johnson · February 22, 2026
Algae Bloom Closes Kayak Launches Along the East River
Recreational operators and parks officials scramble to respond after an unusual bloom makes waters unsafe for paddle programs.
NYC · Malik Johnson · February 4, 2026
Proposal for a Hudson River Drone Corridor for Film Shoots Stirs Safety Debate
Filmmakers want a dedicated lane to speed shoots and lower costs, while regulators and boaters raise concerns about noise, privacy and navigation risks.
Tech · Malik Johnson · January 16, 2026
After PATH Changes, NJ Commuters Rebuild Morning Routines
Rising remote work and altered timetables have pushed Ridgefield and Hoboken riders to adopt hybrid schedules, new pick-up spots and bike-and-ride strategies.
Lifestyle · Malik Johnson · January 11, 2026
Seltzer and Soda Fountain Comebacks Refresh Queens Diners
Local owners are restoring classic fountain counters with house-made sodas and modern, locally sourced flavors.
Lifestyle · Malik Johnson · December 25, 2025
Cargo Bikes Replace Delivery Vans on Manhattan's Narrow Streets
Startups and legacy grocers alike are piloting electric cargo bikes to cut emissions and bypass traffic in congested Lower Manhattan corridors.
Lifestyle · Malik Johnson · December 21, 2025
Long Island's Sound Shore Theaters Stage a Summer Renaissance
Small seaside playhouses from Port Washington to Oyster Bay are programming experimental works to lure suburban audiences back to live performance.
Culture · Malik Johnson · December 15, 2025
LIRR Expansion Sparks Eminent Domain Fight in Nassau and Suffolk
Plans to add a third track have intensified debates over property takings, compensation and local governance along the corridor.
Politics · Malik Johnson · December 8, 2025
Hudson Valley Boutique Gyms Aim Beyond Weekend Warriors
Former city residents opening high-end studios in small towns are offering subscription models designed for year-round locals rather than seasonal visitors.
Lifestyle · Malik Johnson · December 5, 2025
Midtown Parking Garages Retrofit for EV Charging to Meet New Demand
Garage operators are upgrading electrical infrastructure and revising pricing as electric vehicles become common among commuters and visitors.
Business · Malik Johnson · December 1, 2025