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The Lo-DownNews from the Lower East Side

Here's a special episode of The Lo-Down Culture Cast, recorded live at Catalyst Records in Essex Market. Pianist & composer ...
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Ping Pong in Seward Park Is Where It’s At

Good morning. Thanks to Ben Meyers for this shot of the sizzlin’ Seward Park ping pong table, from the rooftop across the street. It’s a cooler August day today, with a high of 76 degrees, cloudy ...
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Banksy’s Allen Street Work is Removed (Updated 8:29 a.m.)

Social media exploded this afternoon after it was discovered that Banksy had kicked off a month-long New York City exhibition on the side of a building at 18 Allen St., near Canal. It only took a few ...
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Lower East Side Remembers Beloved Bike Shop Owner Frank Arroyo

We’re sad to hear the news that Frank Arroyo, one of the most beloved members of the Lower East Side community, has passed away. There’s been an outpouring of support from the neighborhood on social ...
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Sugar Sweet Sunshine Bakery is Moving to Grand Street

After 21 years on Rivington Street the beloved bakery Sugar Sweet Sunshine, known for their delicious cupcakes, banana pudding and birthday cakes, among other things, is moving to Grand Street. We ...
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It’s Feeling Like Winter on the Lower East Side

Thanks to Andrea DiFiore who sent along these photos from East River Park yesterday. She wrote: “I braved the snow this morning with my dog, Tuuli, and photographed the pedestrian bridge during our ...
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Mia’s Cocina Opens in Essex Market

Puerto Rican chef Maria Bidó officially opened her first permanent location in New York City last week at a new stall in Essex Market. Mia’s Cocina offers traditional favorites like empanadas, ...
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Grand Street Settlement Planning Think Cafe + Senior Center at Essex Crossing

Rendering: Think Cafe at Essex Crossing. We have new information this morning about Grand Street Settlement’s plans at Essex Crossing, the 1.9 million sq. ft. development rising on the former Seward ...
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Apartment of the Week, Sponsored by LoHo Realty

**A true gem — Spacious & Charming 1-Bedroom in the Heart of Manhattan’s Vibrant Lower East Side** Whether hosting guests or enjoying a quiet evening at home, this apartment offers the perfect blend ...
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Margaret Chin’s Record Was the Main Focus of District 1 City Council Forum

(Left to right) Christopher Marte, Aaron Foldenauer, Margaret Chin, Dashia Imperiale. On Tuesday, Sept. 12 Lower East Side voters will be called on to decide whether District 1 City Council member ...