Our Town | Your local paper for the Upper East Side

Some state and local officials were coming with plans on how to spend the money that the MTA could save now that the federal government is taking over the rebuilding of Penn Station. But the Trump Administration is now saying they don’t plan to foot the entire bill.

Some state and local officials were coming with plans on how to spend the money that the MTA could save now that the federal government is taking over the rebuilding of Penn Station. But the Trump Administration is now saying they don’t plan to foot the entire bill. ( Photo: MTA)

Gov. Hochul was quick to thank the feds for offering to pick up the entire $7 billion cost of renovating Penn Station. Now the Trump Administration insists that is not the case.

Not So Fast: Trump Admin Says It’s Not Footing Entire Cost to Renovate Penn Station

25 Apr 2025 | 07:01

When the Trump administration seized control of plans to renovate Penn Station, Gov. Hochul said New Yorkers had won a major victory. “I want to thank the President and [Transportation ] Secretary Duffy for taking on the sole responsibility to deliver the beautiful new $7-billion station that New Yorkers...

Kids at the Corona Park Aquatic Center will be among the beneficiaries of new swim program funds unveiled by Mayor Eric Adams last month, but a plan to get free swimming lessons for all 70,000 second graders in the city that was co-sponsored by Council Member Julie Menin.

Kids at the Corona Park Aquatic Center will be among the beneficiaries of new swim program funds unveiled by Mayor Eric Adams last month, but a plan to get free swimming lessons for all 70,000 second graders in the city that was co-sponsored by Council Member Julie Menin. ( Photo: Ed Reed/Mayoral Photography Office)

Is This Enough of a Splash?

25 Apr 2025 | 06:10

On March 25, the Adams administration announced a $5.5 million investment to go towards expanding free...

The Queer Urban Orchestra, one of the only dedicated ensembles of its kind in the United States, will be putting on a notable performance at the St. Paul & St. Andrew Church on May 10.

The Queer Urban Orchestra, one of the only dedicated ensembles of its kind in the United States, will be putting on a notable performance at the St. Paul & St. Andrew Church on May 10. ( Photo: Queer Urban Orchestra )

The Queer Urban Orchestra Has Created a Safe Space for Remarkable NYC Musicians

25 Apr 2025 | 06:51

If you’re looking for an evening of enriching musical entertainment, you couldn’t possibly do better...

The Wegman’s supermarket chain which opened its first NYC on Astor Place (above) in the fall of 2023, will be getting some new sister operations next door in the Village and on the UWS later this year.

The Wegman’s supermarket chain which opened its first NYC on Astor Place (above) in the fall of 2023, will be getting some new sister operations next door in the Village and on the UWS later this year. ( Photo: Wegman’s)

Wegman’s Gets a UWS Sibling; Menin Gets a UES Competitor

25 Apr 2025 | 03:19

By Arlene Kayatt

A complete unknown–Hard to imagine that there would be any real surprises coming out...

Matthew Tirschwell (left) receives a Proclamation from Assemblyman Alex Bores on April 21 for his heroic intervention this past January when he saved the life of a man who lost his leg in a subway accident.

Matthew Tirschwell (left) receives a Proclamation from Assemblyman Alex Bores on April 21 for his heroic intervention this past January when he saved the life of a man who lost his leg in a subway accident. ( Photo: Instagram/@alexbores)

Volunteer EMT Receives Award for Daring, Life-Saving Subway Rescue on UES

25 Apr 2025 | 05:39

Matthew Tirschwell, the volunteer EMT who jumped into action to save the life of a man who had tumbled...

The “Grinchsters” in one three hour spree, made $150,000 in tech purchases at the Apple store on Fifth Ave. using stolen credit info, prosecutors alleged. The store is open 24/7 and so was a favored target to make early morning purchases after stealing credit cards or phones from intoxicated men in Manhattan nightclubs.

The “Grinchsters” in one three hour spree, made $150,000 in tech purchases at the Apple store on Fifth Ave. using stolen credit info, prosecutors alleged. The store is open 24/7 and so was a favored target to make early morning purchases after stealing credit cards or phones from intoxicated men in Manhattan nightclubs. ( Photo: Apple)

Guilty: Grinch who Targeted Club Goers and Bought $420Gs of Lux Goods with Stolen Credit

25 Apr 2025 | 06:39

A man known as “The Grinch” was convicted of being the ringleader of a crime gang that targeted intoxicated...

Businesses and City Council Members alike railed against the rollout of the new dining shed program under the city’s DOT at a April 22 hearing, arguing that it is far too onerous for applicants and has atrophied outdoor dining.

Businesses and City Council Members alike railed against the rollout of the new dining shed program under the city’s DOT at a April 22 hearing, arguing that it is far too onerous for applicants and has atrophied outdoor dining. ( Photo: NYC DOT )

City Council Holds Hearing on “Disastrous” Dining Sheds Rollout

24 Apr 2025 | 07:24

The City Council convened an impassioned hearing on the state of NYC’s revamped dining shed program on...

Go back

1
2

Go forward

MOST VIEWED

MOST COMMENTED