Steve Kastenbaum – New York City News Service

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Macy’s downtown Brooklyn location. The building dates back to the end of the 19th century. (Credit: Steve Kastenbaum)

Macy’s Sells Its Historic Downtown Brooklyn Location

Residents are bemoaning the possible closure of a longtime anchor of the community.

December 24, 2024

One of several gates that will seal off access points in a completed section of the East Side Coastal Resiliency project ahead of an approaching storm, designed to protect lower Manhattan from flooding. (Credit: Steve Kastenbaum)

Storm Surge Barrier is a Step Closer to Protecting Manhattan’s East Side

Twelve years after hurricane Sandy’s storm waters devastated coastal areas, flood gates now shield a section of wall beneath the FDR Drive.

October 22, 2024