A roundup of news articles and blogposts related to the East Village.

The Landmarks Preservation Commission presented its plans for creating a historic district in the neighborhood Thursday night and heard from several community groups who voiced their support for the measure and also suggested extending the districts.

The photography of Tim Schreier.

An update on efforts to capture and treat Violet, the red-tailed hawk who is perched above Washington Square Park and whose leg is badly swollen by a metal wildlife band.

Emmanuel Howard is one of the last street peddlers on the Lower East Side, infamous in the 80’s and 90’s for blocks-long stretches of people selling everything from antique furniture to dead batteries. Former Mayor Rudy Giuliani eliminated much of the street vending during his terms, but Mr. Howard remains.

A roundup of news articles and blogposts related to the East Village.

The photography of Tim Schreier.

A team of three men was at work apparently tearing down the roof of 35 Cooper Square by hand this afternoon.

Tim Milk shares memories of Enzo’s pizza, set to close this week.

As gentrification continues to alter the East Village landscape, attempts are afoot to have sections of the neighborhood designated a historic district, helping to preserve their architecture and character.

Johnny Pérez Good morning, East Villagers. If you’re looking for some retail therapy and happen to have a few extra millions on hand, our very own Cooper Square Hotel is on the market, the Post reports today. EV Grieve points out its potential “rebranding” — any suggestions for a new theme? Meanwhile, next door, 35 […]

The members of The Local East Village Flickr group share their images of the Festival of Ideas for the New City.

The Festival of Ideas for the New City organized by the New Museum featured some 100 events and a large street fair of art and ideas.

The photography of Adrian Fussell.

Kaitlin Seaver, a veteran educator who’s helped nearly two dozen city schools develop academic curricula, was introduced last week as the new principal of Girls Prep Middle School.

Francisco Daum Good morning, East Village. Here at the Local and elsewhere, we in the neighborhood are keeping an eye out for the next step in the saga of 35 Cooper Square, as demolition looks like it could start soon. Pleasetweet us a pic if you see any changes. Other changes in the area include […]

The Department of Buildings has issued a new permit that would allow the demolition of 35 Cooper Square.

The photography of Tim Schreier.

The Local examines the East Village handball scene.