I live near Randall’s Island. The greenspace is peaceful, but the festival noise is inhumane

… When Yehuda a Toronto transplant landed in East Harlem he initially felt like he lucked out by … illusion The buildings are tall the noise is deafening and sidewalks are crowded with vendors people and tourists But … part of the city no grass to separate the sidewalk from the curb and streets in East Harlem So it was nice to be able to …

By Kelly Kreth |July 17, 2020 - 9:30AM
I live next to a new subway entrance, Trader Joe’s, and Target in the East Village, and I miss the nabe’s seedier days

… accounts of what its like to have an iconic or unusual New York City neighbor Have a story to share  Drop us an email … was the only attraction this far East There were no supermarkets for many years and the only groceries available …

By Kelly Kreth |March 10, 2020 - 10:00AM
I live next to a catering hall. It’s no party for me

… for Laura Heres her tale  Im originally from Central New Jersey but Ive been in New York City since 2008 A few years ago I was living in an … asleep in general Once asleep I can usually get used to or block out noise as long as it doesnt last that long However …

By Kelly Kreth |February 10, 2020 - 12:00PM