Massimo Lusardi to Open Fifth UES Restaurant, Expanding Local Empire
Restaurateur Massimo Lusardi is set to open a fifth eatery on Second Avenue, taking over the former Mighty Quinn's space.
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UES Deli Owner Faces $10,000 Fine Over Public Seating
A deli owner on Second Avenue says he's facing a $10,000 fine after setting up tables and chairs in an Upper East Side public space.
NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch Makes $2.5 Million Profit on UES Duplex Sale
Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch has sold her Central Park-view duplex, making a $2.5 million profit despite a significant price reduction.
MTA Approves $2 Billion Contract to Extend Second Avenue Subway to East Harlem
The MTA has greenlit a $1.97 billion tunnel-boring contract to extend the Q train from East 96th to 125th Street.
Citi Bike to Require Age Verification Amid Surge in E-Bike Collisions
Citi Bike riders will soon have to prove they are 16 or older, as City officials push for stricter safety measures following a spike in e-bike crashes.
City Council Approves ‘Monstrosity’ Lenox Hill Hospital Expansion
The City Council has unanimously approved Lenox Hill Hospital's planned expansion despite strong neighborhood opposition.
Rudy Giuliani Sells Upper East Side Co-Op for $4.95 Million
Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani has sold his longtime Upper East Side penthouse at a steep discount following legal battles.
Central Park Conservancy Calls for Ban on Horse-Drawn Carriages
The Central Park Conservancy is calling for a ban on horse-drawn carriages, citing public safety risks and damage to park infrastructure.
UES Private School Wins Street Closure, Angering Businesses & Residents
A pricey Upper East Side private school will soon close its street for recess, drawing backlash from neighbors and business owners.
Lenox Hill Hospital Expansion Plan Advances With Council Approval
Two City Council committees have unanimously approved Lenox Hill Hospital's expansion despite community opposition.