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fromCurbed
1 week ago

What'sApp, Neighbor?

Neighbor communication through WhatsApp groups has become a standard building amenity in New York City, representing a significant shift from previous decades of urban anonymity.
fromItsnicethat
1 month ago

Ollie Babajide Tikare holds onto "little fragments of life" in his photobook Eko

The photos, in Ollie's words, lean towards "quiet symmetry". The photo Man on Bike, a particuarly pleasing shot which shows a figure stationary, seemingly pausing to take a call, is often mistaken as staged. According to Ollie, it's "entirely serendipitous". He continues: "I was wandering through Ikoyi when I saw him stop, completely unaware of me, and everything just aligned - the colours, the posture, the stillness."
Photography
New York City
fromStreetsblog
6 months ago

OPINION: 'Summer Streets' Shows That Car-Free Roads Give Kids the Independence They Need - Streetsblog New York City

Car-free Summer Streets allowed a nine-year-old to bike five miles alone safely, fostering independence, community connection, and joyful outdoor activity.
New York City
fromNew York Post
7 months ago

NYC block taken over by migrant workers for delivery bike parking as guard keeps overnight watch

Migrant delivery workers have established a makeshift parking area for e-bikes in Manhattan's East Village, which locals accept despite its appearance.
fromMission Local
10 months ago

Day 40 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: Where are the kids at Kid Power Park?

"Kid Power Park serves as a calm oasis amidst the hectic neighborhood, yet often lacks children who could benefit from its facilities, highlighting a need for more local activities."
Mission District
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