How payment apps like Square promote tipping policies for diners
A piece of advice for anyone dining out. As more eateries adopt digital payment systems that prompt for tipping suggestions, the discussion around calculating tips—whether before or after tax—is becoming quite lively. This whole tipping etiquette thing has always sparked cultural conversations, but it got a fresh spotlight recently after a controversy at Dave & […]
Many of New York’s best gather for the ‘Thank You, NYPD’ concert at Madison Square Garden
Big Thanks to the NYPD This past Saturday night, thousands of NYPD officers gathered at Madison Square Garden for a spectacular free concert, marking the beginning of a new annual tradition aimed at boosting their morale. Under the leadership of MSG Entertainment’s CEO, James Dolan, the “Thank You, NYPD” concert saw over 15,000 police officers, […]
‘Thank You NYPD’ campaign introduces special concert at Madison Square Garden
Madison Square Garden Launches “Thank You, NYPD” Campaign A new campaign aims to express gratitude towards the New York City Police Department. Scheduled for later this month, a special concert will take place at Madison Square Garden, featuring well-known artists like Cyndi Lauper, John Fogerty, and rapper Fat Joe, who is also a Knicks fan. […]
NYC politician opposed to cars proposes 5 million square feet of new pedestrian areas — critics worry about increased gridlock
Brooklyn Representative Proposes Expansion of Pedestrian Space in NYC A proposal from Brooklyn’s Rep. Lincoln Ressler aims to create one million square feet of additional “pedestrian space” in New York City annually over the next five years. The legislation, introduced recently, does not provide estimates on potential losses of parking spaces or lanes, which city […]
Manhattan DA drops police assault charge in case involving Washington Square Park snowball fight offender
The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office chose not to charge one individual alleged to have thrown snowballs at NYPD officers during a scuffle at Washington Square Park, specifically not pursuing charges for assault on a police officer during a court hearing on Thursday. Guzman Coulibaly, who is 27 years old, was initially charged with assault on […]
Police share images of two additional suspects sought for throwing snowballs at officers during the disorder in Washington Square Park after the blizzard.
NYPD Seeks Suspects in Snowball Incident The New York City Police Department has shared images of two more individuals sought in connection with an incident involving snowballs thrown at uniformed officers in Washington Square Park after a snowstorm turned the area chaotic. These suspects, thought to be between 18 and 20 years old, were seen […]
Madison Square Garden considers splitting the New York Knicks and Rangers into separate entities.
MSG Sports Considers Splitting Knicks and Rangers On Wednesday, Jim Dolan’s Madison Square Garden Sports revealed that it is contemplating a separation of the New York Knicks and Rangers, potentially turning them into two distinct publicly traded companies. The board of directors has approved the plan. Discussions are underway about possibly selling one of the […]
Billboard in Times Square calls for an end to the Palestinian ‘pay for slay’ program
Controversial Billboard in Times Square Highlights PA’s Funding Practices A billboard in Times Square has drawn criticism towards the Palestinian Authority (PA) for its controversial financial incentive system, often referred to as “pay to kill.” Critics contend that this program offers monetary rewards to militants involved in the murder of Israeli civilians. The billboard displays […]
A large indoor pickleball venue is set to open in Times Square.
Next week, Times Square will welcome a new addition: Pickleball. CityPickle is set to launch its first fully indoor location on February 20th at the Paramount Building, located at 1501 West 44th Street Broadway. This opening coincides, interestingly, with the 60th anniversary of the Paramount Theater’s closure on February 21, 1966. The new facility will […]
Jose Alvarado describes his first game at Madison Square Garden as unforgettable.
Jose Alvarado’s Thrilling Home Debut with the Knicks Jose Alvarado, who grew up gaming in Brooklyn and made a name for himself at Christ the King High School in Queens, experienced quite a moment during his home debut as a Knick. When he stepped onto the court late in the first quarter, he was met […]