Say hello to tap and go. Staring May 31st, you'll be to ditch your MetroCard and use your phone or credit card to get a ride on NYC subways and buses. It's a pilot program, available only at the 4, 5 and 6 subway stations between Grand Central in Manhattan and Atlantic Avenue/Barclays Center in Brooklyn and on Staten Island buses, where there are new, specially equipped turnstiles which … [Read more...]
MTA Subway & Bus Fare Hikes
The cost of a ride on a NYC subways and buses go up this weekend, and there are price increases on commuter railroads, too. The price hikes go into effect at midnight Saturday, April 20. It's a long list of what is changing and what isn't. The $2.75 per ride stays the same, but there are other changes, including the end of the 5% bonus for purchasing multiple rides. Here's … [Read more...]
ICYMI: NYC News You Missed in October 2018
ICYMI - Since last month was a busy one in NYC, this is our monthly recap of recent NYC news you might have missed during the last few weeks. Read this while you wait in line today to vote in the important Mid-Term Elections. As usual, our list is heavy on real estate, gentrification, restaurant news, shopping, the sharing economy, and other tidbits. We identify our sources, too. No fake news, … [Read more...]
ICYMI: NYC News You Missed in September 2018
ICYMI - This is our monthly recap of recent NYC news you might have missed during the last few weeks. As usual, our list is heavy on real estate, gentrification, restaurant news, shopping, the sharing economy, and other tidbits. We identify our sources, too. No fake news, white lies, spins or leaks on NYCOTC. Tastes of the Seaport - There are three new reasons to visit the South St. Seaport - … [Read more...]
ICYMI: NYC News You Missed in August 2018
ICYMI - This is our monthly recap of recent NYC news you might have missed during the last few weeks. As usual, our list is heavy on real estate, gentrification, restaurant news, the sharing economy, and other tidbits. We identify our sources, too. No fake news, white lies, spins or leaks on NYCOTC. Toy Story - Iconic toy brand FAO Schwarz is opening a store in Rockefeller Plaza in time for … [Read more...]
ICYMI: NYC News You Missed in July 2018
ICYMI - This is our monthly recap of recent NYC news you might have missed during the last few weeks. As usual, our list is heavy on real estate, gentrification, restaurant news, the sharing economy, and other tidbits. We identify our sources, too. No fake news, white lies, spins or leaks on NYCOTC. Getting Around - The NYC Council is moving to cap the number of vehicles driving for Uber and … [Read more...]
ICYMI: NYC News You Missed in June 2018
ICYMI - This is our monthly recap of recent NYC news you might have missed during the last few weeks. As usual, our list is heavy on real estate, gentrification, restaurant news, the sharing economy, and other tidbits. We identify our sources, too. No fake news, white lies, spins or leaks on NYCOTC. Sayonara, Styrofoam - A ban on foam in New York City will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2019, Mayor … [Read more...]
NYC News You Missed in May 2018
ICYMI - This is our monthly recap of recent NYC news you might have missed during the last few weeks. As usual, our list is heavy on real estate, gentrification, restaurant news, the sharing economy, and other tidbits. We identify our sources, too. No fake news, white lies, spins or leaks on NYCOTC. Bye Bye Batali - Following accusations, lawsuits and news of out-of-court settlements for … [Read more...]
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