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Posts published in December, 2011
The East-of-Broadway Holiday Gift Guide | For Men
By LAUREN CAROL SMITHYesterday, The Local shared some ideas for cheap gifts around the neighborhood. If you’re up for spending a little bit more for the man of – or men in – your life, today’s your day.
Tompkins Square Bagels Opens: How It’s Looking, What It’s Cooking
By DANIEL MAURERPhotos: Noah Fecks Over a month after a sign by “Mosaic Man” Jim Power was hoisted over the storefront at 165 Avenue A, near Tenth Street, Tompkins Square Bagels has finally opened. Yesterday, owner Chris Pugliese told The Local that he planned to soft-open this morning. Mr. Pugliese said he planned to sell vegan and […]
The Day | Remembering the Eviction of C.H.A.R.A.S.
By DANIEL MAURERA roundup of this morning’s posts, including possible heart surgery for Ray, a female priest on East Fourth, drug charges at the Sunburnt Cow, Christmas comes early for M15 drivers, and more.
Street Scenes | Food on the Go
By STEPHEN REX BROWNThe photography of Stephen Rex Brown.
Landmarking Push Doesn’t Bother Shaoul
By STEPHEN REX BROWNThe developer said a landmark designation would not affect his plans for a building on East 10th Street by Tompkins Square Park.
How to Skip the Line at Ippudo
By DANIEL MAURERMake a same-day reservation!
Watch The Baroness and Her Latex-Loving Elves ‘Scare the Natives’ at Macy’s
By DANA SHERNEThe East Village designer who has outfitted Lady Gaga and Janet Jackson has a special holiday tradition.
Video: Nicolina Leaves a ‘Fiery Heart’ for the East Village
By TODD OLMSTEAD and CHELSEA STARKWatch the East Village artist install a painting on her block before she heads for warmer weather.
The East-of-Broadway Holiday Gift Guide | $50 and Under
By LAUREN CAROL SMITHHaven’t started your holiday shopping yet? No worries. Everything that should be on your list can be found right here in the neighborhood.
The Day | Tech Drain at 36 Cooper Square
By DANIEL MAURERA roundup of this morning’s news posts, including a new Greek restaurant, an encounter with Harry Smith, more about the new Acme, and more.
Spurred by Possible Construction, East 10th Street Landmark District Put on Fast Track
By STEPHEN REX BROWNThe proposed landmark district would protect buildings on East 10th Street along Tompkins Square Park.
Slideshow: Inside the Amato Opera Building, Still on the Market
By STEPHEN REX BROWNFollowing the death of Anthony Amato, The Local takes a look inside of his opera house, which closed in 2009.
The Wren Opens Tonight on the Bowery (Updated With Photos)
By DANIEL MAURERThe team behind Wilfie & Nell, Bua, and Sweet Afton add a gastropub to the Bowery.
Billy Leroy Meeting With Landlord to Plan Long Goodbye
By SUZANNE ROZDEBABefore a temporary closing, the owner of Billy’s Antiques is planning a week-long event of music, poetry, singers, songwriters, and films.
David Cross Finds the East Village ‘Mildly Heartbreaking’
By DANIEL MAURERAs The Local reported last month, the comedian moving to Brooklyn.
Anthony Amato, Founder of Amato Opera, Dead at 91
By STEPHEN REX BROWNFor 61 years he ran the opera mainstay, which opened on the Bowery in 1964.
Inside The Home of Mario and Sonic
By DANIEL MAURERA tour of Video Games New York.
The Day | Olek Arrested in London
By DANIEL MAURERA roundup of this morning’s news, including jail time for the “Cat Woman Burglar,” demolition at the Mars Bar building, Phil Kline on “Unsilent Night,” and a CBGB gingerbread house.
After Luckless Landmarking Effort, Gathering of the Tribes Clashes With Landlord
By STEPHEN REX BROWNAnd in the meantime, a preservationist group has pressed for the building to be granted landmark status.
As Victim Leaves Hospital, Investigation Into Campos Plaza Shooting Continues
By DANIEL MAURERPlus: In a separate incident, an arrest was made at the housing complex early Saturday morning.
