upper west side

Proposal would pave way for ‘green’ infrastructure upgrades

Citywide legislation would relax zoning codes, giving property owners more flexibility to update old buildings with environmentally friendly features.

By Avantika Kumar | Feb 1 05:09 am ET

City might mandate sick pay for some workers

City Council member Gale Brewer is the driving force behind a council effort to guarantee paid sick leave for many New York employees.

By Casey Tolan | Feb 1 04:26 am ET

Flex-accepting restaurant shut down after poor health report

An inspection of Flor de Mayo on Tuesday found 56 violation points at the restaurant, which is located at Broadway and 101st Street.

By Casey Tolan | Jan 30 12:46 am ET

Pro-biking group calls for lower speed limits

The Upper West Side Streets Renaissance will advocate for lower speed limits across the entire neighborhood.

By Casey Tolan | Jan 23 04:43 am ET

Valuable real estate

As winter approaches, Columbia students go on the search for space.

By Po Linn Chia | Oct 3 09:51 pm ET

Stringer announces bike lane compromises

The announcement of certain parking compromises may mark the beginning of the end of the fight between Columbus Avenue’s businesses and its bike lane.

By Finn Vigeland | Feb 7 02:18 am ET

Neighbors’ concerns spark unanimous vote against shelter

Community Board 7 passed a resolution furthering the community's fight against the building's conversion.

By Gina Lee and Chelsea Lo | Feb 2 02:56 am ET

Unoccupied Metro Theater to look for new tenant

The owner of Metro Theater said he intends to move quickly to find an occupant.

By Emily Neil | Jan 27 05:07 am ET

No rent increase for 95th Street tenants after ruling

A court ruling recently assured residents of an 95th Street building that they won’t see a rent increase under new ownership—which may have citywide implications.

By Katie Bentivoglio | Jan 20 03:55 am ET

Locals contest city's deal for new homeless shelter

Locals say the Hotel Alexander should be converted into permanent, affordable housing instead of a homeless shelter.

By Daphne Chen | Jan 18 02:35 am ET

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