Subway Aid Falls Off Track
New York is expected to get $1 billion in transit funds as part of the federal stimulus package – but that might not be enough to keep major projects like the Second Ave. subway on track.
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Liquor Stores Fight Wine Sales Plan
Liquor store owners are battling a state plan to sell wine in grocery stores and supermarkets, charging the competition will hurt their small businesses.
Principal Issues at Hebrew School
Brooklyn’s first publicly funded Hebrew-English dual-language school is set…
Introducing the Robo-Train
The L Train is the first in the city to run on autopilot. Some things, though, aren't changing: the trains still have a motorman and conductor.
via The Queens Courier
Citizen Crimefighter Plays "John"
Queens activist Rafael "Ralph" Moreno said he has posed as a customer to help cops crack down on prostitution in Jackson Heights.
via The Hunts Point Express
Shops Closing Amid Cost Hikes
Until last year, John Hyun used to get up at the crack of dawn and rush to …
via AM New York
A Bittersweet Valentine’s Day
The recession has lovers -- and city businesses -- in a pinch this Valentin…
via City Limits
Taking a New Look at NIMBY
Before their potential new neighbors ever arrived, some tenants at the Asto…