Good morning and happy Saturday. We’re going to top 80 degrees this afternoon. It’s a great weekend to get outdoors. Have fun!
Our first recommendation is to check out artist Steffi Lynn’s brand new mural, sandwiched between Hell’s Kitchen and Hudson Yards, that is making even the Port Authority bus ramps look attractive. Our article also has details of where you can check out Photoville in the neighborhood from today. Read more…
Here’s what else has been happening around Hell’s Kitchen this week…
Memorial Day weekend moved into a red hot Tuesday, with temperatures soaring into the 90s. We also reported on how a freak storm had sent tables and umbrellas flying at Barking Dog in Worldwide Plaza.
Memorial Day services returned to the Intrepid Museum on Monday as the first in-person commemoration in three years wrapped New York’s Fleet Week. Governor Kathy Hochul, Mayor Eric Adams, as well as a raft of military commanders attended the event. Read more…
Thanks to Tommy Thompson for sharing this stunning view of Hell’s Kitchen. “The latest incarnation of our Mid-Manhattan skyline from W45th Street, with the Mathews-Palmer Playground below left,” he said.
In the continued search for answers about the death of Julio Ramirez after a night out in Hell’s Kitchen, artist Brayan Montez-Terrazas has created a “Justice for Ramirez” poster to bring attention to the case: “My heart sank when I heard about this story last week. Julio was taken from his family too soon. His family and the Latino LGBTIA community deserve answers. We cannot let the police throw these things out like they don’t matter. We deserve better. On the eve of PRIDE month, let them know how you feel. Get angry!!” Read more…
The rate of decline of New York City’s population is slowing. However, more people are continuing to exit or die than are being born or moving here. Read more…
Adding to 9th Avenue’s road construction, traffic, and outdoor dining fiasco was another drama entirely — new Apple TV+ series Dear Edward (aka Fugue) was filming in Hell’s Kitchen this week. Read more…
If you were hoping the real estate market would cool off this summer, we have bad news — like the heat index, rents continue to climb in the Big Apple. Read more…
Mayor Eric Adams is proposing sweeping changes to New York City zoning rules aiming to spur more housing and jobs. He is touting the “City of Yes” as he pushed for more real estate development. Read more…
Lifestyle Editor Sarah Beling’s “Make Way For The Weekend” newsletter is sent out every Thursday evening. There are still plenty of ideas for you to check out. Read more…
Treading the boards of this Hell’s Kitchen apartment will let you follow in the footsteps of Meryl Streep and the National Shakespeare Company — sale price $2.39m. Read more…
Governor Hochul has announced a reduction in gas tax collection through the end of the year — though it may take some time to percolate through to our neighbors at the Mobil station on 11th Avenue. Read more…
What we’ve been reading
The parents of Julio Ramirez speak out as they seek answers about the death of their son after a night out in Hell’s Kitchen. (PIX11)
Bikes could be 10 times more likely than electric cars to get us to global carbon goals. (The Conversation)
A master plan for citywide internet has paused. (Gothamist)
Colorful public pianos are starting to pop up again around New York City. (Eyewitness News)
Take a trip on the EL train 100 years ago — check out Bryant Park when it crossed 42nd Street. (Guildford Ghost)
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Thank you to Cynthia for this photo from 9th Avenue. “Hell’s Kitchen ready for #pridemonth 🏳️🌈 (Had to do close-up as Amy’s Bread has scaffolding now),” she said on Instagram.
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