The acres overlooking a prize stretch of Long Island’s East End were empty for years. Now they’ve been sold in multimillion-dollar deals. It’s been the talk of the beach all summer. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Summer (Season)”
New York’s Communal Summer Ritual: Grilling
By Gotham Rex on September 2, 2022
Throughout public parks in the city, families, friends and neighbors gather around smoking grates and celebrate the season. Source: New York Times
NYC’s Tougher Lifeguard Rules May Help Fuel a Shortage
By Gotham Rex on August 27, 2022
The city requires its pool lifeguards to meet standards similar to those set for ocean lifeguards, beyond what the state sets. Source: New York Times
Want a New View of the City? Look Down.
By Gotham Rex on August 17, 2022
From plaques in the sidewalk to catacombs under a church, New York has plenty to offer those who turn their gaze downward. Source: New York Times
A Dry Summer Doesn’t Mean Serious Drought in New York
By Gotham Rex on August 9, 2022
Rain has been scarce in recent weeks, but forecasters think a busy hurricane season is on the way. Source: New York Times
NYC’s Summer Streets Is Back. Here’s What to Know.
By Gotham Rex on August 4, 2022
From tumbling in a pop-up parkour playground, to free bike repairs and rides, here’s how you can take part in the annual summer event. Source: New York Times
Heat Waves Sweep the Northeast Over Sweltering Weekend
By Gotham Rex on July 24, 2022
Newark sets a record with five straight days of temperatures above 100 degrees, and other parts of the country, like Oklahoma, also experienced triple-digit heat. Source: New York Times
Let Your Taste Buds Be Your Guide
By Gotham Rex on July 20, 2022
In all five boroughs (plus Jersey City), options abound to explore neighborhoods through restaurants and tours. Here are one food lover’s suggestions. Source: New York Times
Creature Comforts
By Gotham Rex on July 6, 2022
Animal life may not be the first thing that comes to mind about New York City, but look and you’ll find it. Source: New York Times
N.Y. Lifeguards Now Watch for Sharks, Facing Dramatic Increase in Sightings
By Gotham Rex on July 2, 2022
Amid an increase in shark sightings, lifeguards are increasing patrols and adopting new strategies, but marine experts say “the danger to people is infinitesimal.” Source: New York Times
N.Y.C. Pools Open Amid a Swim Lesson Shortage, Raising Safety Fears
By Gotham Rex on June 29, 2022
The city has canceled free swim lessons and private swim programs are feeling the squeeze from a lack of lifeguards. One expert said: “Some of those kids are going to drown.” Source: New York Times
Rockaway Beach Is Partially Closed. That’s Not Stopping These Beachgoers
By Gotham Rex on May 29, 2022
Access is restricted along a popular stretch of the beach until at least mid-July because of work to protect the shoreline from coastal flooding. Source: New York Times
Manhattanhenge 2022: Dates, Times and Where to Watch
By Gotham Rex on May 29, 2022
Everything is coming into alignment for some of the city’s best sunsets of the year. Source: New York Times
New York’s Most Generous Tax Break Could Bite the Dust
By Gotham Rex on May 27, 2022
The State Legislature is unlikely to renew the 421a subsidy, which for decades has benefited nearly every large residential real estate project in the city. Source: New York Times
Summer in the City Is Back (Again!)
By Gotham Rex on May 25, 2022
And this year, we made a bucket list to get you started. Source: New York Times