Brendan Krisel
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Former NYC local reporter | @NewhouseSU grad '15 | Really enjoying being ''on here''
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Harlem School Cop Busted For Weapons Cache, Police Say
crime & safety An NYPD school safety agent and her husband were arresed after police discovered a cache of weapons and ammo in their Harlem home. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 31, 2020 5:43 pm ET An NYPD school safety officer was arrested after police found a cache of weapons in her Harlem home. (Shutterstock) HARLEM, NY — An NYPD school safety agent is facing weapons charges after police searched her Harlem home and found a cache of guns and ammunition, police said.
Boot Sex Offenders From Homeless Hotels, Pol Says | Patch PM
community corner Also: Cop Busted For Evidence Tampering | Rent Assistance Deadline Extended | Brooklyn Bike Protest By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 31, 2020 3:43 pm ET | Updated Jul 31, 2020 3:45 pm ET An Upper West Side City Council rep is calling on the city to remove sex offenders from hotels doubling as emergency shelters. (Google Maps) Share-worthy stories from the New York City Patch network to talk about tonight.
City Expands Outdoor Dining Program In Midtown
business The city is partnering with business groups in Koreatown and Times Square to create spaces for outdoor dining. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 31, 2020 3:25 pm ET New York City's outdoor dining initiative is coming to Koreatown and Times Square. (Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images) MIDTOWN MANHATTAN, NY — Open streets in Koreatown and Times Square are set to become pavement oases for nearby restaurants after being included in the city's latest expansion of its outdoor dining initiative.
Woman Struck By Train At Harlem's 125th Street Station: Police
traffic & transit A 60-year-old woman was seriously hurt after falling onto the tracks and being hit by a train at the 125th Street and Lenox Avenue station. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 31, 2020 2:18 pm ET A woman was hit by a train Friday in Harlem. (Patch) HARLEM, NY — A woman was hospitalized in serious condition after being struck by a train Friday afternoon at Harlem's 125th Street and Lenox Avenue station, an NYPD spokesperson said.
UES Community Board Wants Esplanade Inspection Following Sinkhole
community corner A giant sinkhole opened last week East River Esplanade, and conditions at other portions of the riverwalk are causing concern. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 31, 2020 1:39 pm ET UPPER EAST SIDE, NY — The Upper East Side's community board is calling on the city to conduct a full inspection of the East River Esplanade following the opening of a giant sinkhole on the riverwalk last week.
Delivery Worker Attacked Over E-Bike In E Harlem, Police Say
crime & safety A delivery worker was punched off his bike near Marcus Garvey Park. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 31, 2020 12:41 pm ET A man is accused of punching a delivery worker in the head and stealing the worker's bike. (NYPD) EAST HARLEM, NY — A delivery worker was attacked on the job in East Harlem by a thief who targeted the man for his e-bike, police said.
Upper East Side Fire Injures 1, FDNY Says Original
crime & safety The two-alarm fire broke out on Second Avenue and East 88th Street. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 31, 2020 10:22 am ET A two-alarm fire drew more than a hundred firefighters to the Upper East Side Thursday night. (Patch Contributor) UPPER EAST SIDE, NY — A two-alarm fire that broke out in an Upper East Side apartment building drew a massive FDNY response to the neighborhood on Thursday night.
Manhattan Lags Behind NY State In Census Response
community corner Shared from Midtown-Hell's Kitchen, NY Just 55 percent of Manhattan residents have responded to the census. Many of the borough's wealthiest are to blame. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 30, 2020 4:01 pm ET Manhattan's census response rate is lower than New York State as a whole, according to Census Bureau data.
Bryant Park Hotel To Be Coverted Into Office Building: Report
real estate The landmarked tower on West 40th Street will be converted back into offices after two decades as a hotel. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 30, 2020 3:44 pm ET The landmarked American Standard Building will be converted back into offices. Its distinct design causes its color scheme to shift at night.
UES Construction Site Workers Claim They Were Stiffed On Wages
business Union and non-union workers held a rally to protest wage theft at job sites on the Upper East Side and in Queens. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 30, 2020 2:40 pm ET Workers held a rally in Brooklyn to call out a contractor over wage theft at UES and Queens work sites. (New York State Laborers' Organizing Fund) Workers held a rally in Brooklyn to call out a contractor over wage theft at UES and Queens work sites.
Annual Harlem 5k Race Honoring Civil Rights Leader Goes Virtual
community corner This year's annual Harlem Week 5k honoring civil rights leader and Harlem politician Percy Sutton can be run from anywhere. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 30, 2020 1:35 pm ET This year's Harlem 5k for Percy Sutton will be held virtually. Racers can run the 5k at any time during Harlem Week.
Gunman Sticks Up UES Smoke Shop, Police Say
crime & safety A store on Third Avenue and East 90th Street was robbed by a scooter-riding gunman. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 30, 2020 10:35 am ET A man robbed an Upper East Side smoke shop at gunpoint. (NYPD) UPPER EAST SIDE, NY — A scooter-riding gunman robbed an Upper East Side smoke shop, making out with thousands in stolen cash, an NYPD spokesperson said.
Manhattan Bars Shut Down For Violating Gov's Pandemic Rules
business Hell's Kitchen bar Gossip was one of 12 establishments shut down Wednesday by the State Liquor Authority. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 29, 2020 6:16 pm ET Bars in Hell's Kitchen and Harlem were shut down Wednesday for violating Cuomo's pandemic regulations. (Google Maps) MANHATTAN, NY — The New York State Liquor Authority shut down two Manhattan bars Wednesday in the latest round of shutdowns as Gov.
Hell's Kitchen 'Garbage Corral' Shut Down By City: Report
community corner Residents dumped trash in a parking spot to free up their sidewalk. NYC shut them down hours after the Council Speaker praised the idea. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 29, 2020 5:03 pm ET Hell's Kitchen residents organized a garbage dump in a parking spot. The city ordered them to shut it down.
Harlem Libraries To Reopen For Contactless Pickup In August
community corner The New York Public Library is reopening 22 branches for grab-and-go service on Aug. 3. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 29, 2020 1:26 pm ET Harlem's Harry Belafonte and Countee Cullen libraries will reopen on Aug. 3. (Google Maps) HARLEM, NY — Two Harlem libraries are set to reopen for grab-and-go service in August as the New York Public Library continues its restart of physical services after shutting down in March at the height of the city's coronavirus outbreak.
Man Shot In Neck During Harlem Argument, Police Say
crime & safety The victim was buying food when he got into an argument with his shooter. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 29, 2020 12:58 pm ET A man was shot in the neck while shopping on West 125th Street early Monday morning. (NYPD) HARLEM, NY — A man buying food in Harlem's was hospitalized after being shot in the neck during an argument, police said.
Harlem Subway Flasher Stabs Man After Being Confronted: Police
crime & safety The victim suffered stab wounds to the head and arms after confronting a man for flashing a woman on the subway. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 29, 2020 11:18 am ET A subway flasher stabbed a man in Harlem after he was confronted for exposing himself. (NYPD) HARLEM, NY — A man was hospitalized after being stabbed for confronting a subway flasher in Harlem, police said.
Carolyn Maloney Ahead In NY-12 Following Absentee Ballot Count
politics & government Shared from Upper East Side, NY The longtime incumbent finished ahead of challenger Suraj Patel by more than 3,700 votes, her campaign says. Patel has not conceded. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 28, 2020 5:43 pm ET Carolyn Maloney leads challengers following a count of absentee ballots in New York's 12th Congressional District.
UES Museum To Reopen In August With Outdoor Exhibit
arts & entertainment The Museum of the City of New York is planning to reopen on Aug. 1. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 28, 2020 4:33 pm ET The Museum of the City of New York is planning to reopen in August with an outdoor exhibit. (Google Maps) UPPER EAST SIDE, NY — An Upper East Side museum that was forced to shut down in March due to the spread of the novel coronavirus announced this week that it plans to reopen in August as New York City progresses in its recovery from the deadly disease.
East Side Lawmaker Proposes Permanent Outdoor Dining Expansion
business City Councilmember Keith Powers wants to preserve outdoor dining reforms when Coronavirus is no longer a concern. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 28, 2020 2:23 pm ET | Updated Jul 28, 2020 2:24 pm ET New York City opens up streets to outdoor dining as COVID-19 cases ease.
Midtown NYPD Precincts Have Nearly 300 Misconduct Allegations
crime & safety Officers assigned to Midtown North and South precincts and detective squads have faced 295 misconduct claims, according to a new database. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 28, 2020 1:26 pm ET Officers assigned to Midtown NYPD precincts and detective squads have racked up nearly 300 allegations of misconduct.
NYC's Best Hospitals For 2020: Latest U.S. News Rankings
health & fitness Shared from New York City, NY New York City facilities ranked high on the U.S. News & World Report's annual list of the best hospitals in the country. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 28, 2020 11:35 am ET New York City hospitals earned high marks in the annual U.S. News & World Report rankings.
Harlem's 32nd Precinct Tops Manhattan In Allegations Against Cops
crime & safety The Central Harlem precinct has faced more than 350 misconduct claims, according to newly obtained records. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 27, 2020 5:52 pm ET Harlem's 32nd NYPD Precinct topped Manhattan in police misconduct claims.
NYC Man Charged With Killing Wife In France | Patch PM
community corner Also: City Officials Urge School Reopening Delay | Actress Slashed Outside Restaurant | BK Developer May Pull Massive Rezoning. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 27, 2020 4:19 pm ET Brooklyn man Billy Kruger was charged with murdering his wife in France. (AP Photo/Christophe Barreau) Share-worthy stories from the New York City Patch network to talk about tonight.
City Seeks Events Partner For East Harlem's 'La Marqueta'
business The city is seeking a community partner to plan events at East Harlem's outdoor marketplace. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 27, 2020 3:48 pm ET The city Economic Development Corporation is seeking a community partner to plan events at La Marqueta in East Harlem.
MTA HQ Redevelopment Will Rise More Than 1K Feet, Report Says
real estate New York City reached a deal with a private builder to redevelop the Madison Avenue site and raise $1B for transit projects. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 27, 2020 2:28 pm ET The MTA's former Madison Avenue headquarters will be redeveloped into a supertall office tower. (Google Maps) MIDTOWN MANHATTAN, NY — The development replacing the MTA's former Midtown headquarters on Madison Avenue could rise more than 1,000-feet-tall, according to reports.
$4M Grant Program To Help E Harlem Small Businesses Survive Virus
business Businesses struggling due to Coronavirus shutdowns are eligible for grant funding to cover three months of operating costs. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 27, 2020 1:25 pm ET A $4 million grant program will help East Harlem businesses survive coronavirus.
Man Arrested For Attacks At Midtown Subway Station, Police Say
crime & safety A man is accused of attacking two women in separate instances at the same Midtown subway entrance. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 27, 2020 11:11 am ET Police arrested a man accused of sexually assaulting two woman at a Midtown subway station. (Shutterstock) MIDTOWN MANHATTAN, NY — A man accused of sexually assaulting two women in separate instances at the same Midtown subway station is facing charges, police said.
Manhattan Rents Plunge 5 Percent, Study Says
real estate The median rent for a one-bedroom apartment is 5 percent cheaper than in July 2019. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 24, 2020 5:25 pm ET Median rents for Manhattan one-bedroom units decreased 5 percent year-over-year. (Courtesy of Tim Lee) MANHATTAN, NY — Rents in Manhattan are becoming cheaper as the coronavirus pandemic causes instability in the housing market, according to a new study from the real estate listing service RentHop.
NYPD Raids 'Occupy City Hall' | Week In Review
community corner Also: Inwood's Wild Coronavirus Parties | Manhattan Rents Drop | Proposed Virus Victims Memorial. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 24, 2020 4:26 pm ET Police officers raided the Occupy City Hall protest encampment this week. (AP Photo/zz/STRF/STAR MAX/IPx) NEW YORK, NY — Miss any headlines in Manhattan this week? Patch's week in review has you covered for the borough's top news.
Two Harlem Open Streets To Host Family-Frinedly Activities
community corner The new "Play Streets" are located on West 150th and 129th streets. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 24, 2020 2:40 pm ET Nonprofit groups will organize family activities at two Harlem open streets until next school year. (Shutterstock) HARLEM, NY — Two nonprofit organizations are partnering with the city to turn Harlem open streets into "Play Streets" with organized, family-friendly activities, Mayor Bill de Blasio said Friday.
City Establishes 2 New Coronavirus Testing Sites In Midtown
health & fitness The rollout of four new sites will push daily testing over 50,000 in New York City. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 24, 2020 1:44 pm ET Two new coronavirus testing sites opened in Midtown Manhattan, pushing the city's capacity over 50,000 daily tests. (Lauren Ramsby/Patch) MIDTOWN MANHATTAN, NY — New York City is partnering with an urgent care provider to establish two new coronavirus testing sites in Midtown Manhattan. The new testing sites at Medrite clinics located at 330 W.
Dan Quart Declares Victory In UES Assembly Race
politics & government The incumbent defended his seat while waging a campaign for Manhattan District Attorney in the 2021 election. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 24, 2020 12:43 pm ET Upper East Side State Assemblymember Dan Quart declared victory against primary challenger Cameron Koffman. (Rob Kim/Getty Images) UPPER EAST SIDE, NY — Incumbent lawmaker Dan Quart has defended his State Assembly seat on the Upper East Side, a spokesperson for Quart's campaign announced Friday.
Man Arrested For Deadly Subway Shove In Harlem, Police Say
crime & safety A 57-year-old man is facing charges for shoving a man into a train after the good Samaritan intervened in a fight on the subway platform. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 24, 2020 9:43 am ET A man is facing charges for shoving a good Samaritan in front of an oncoming train in Harlem. (Shutterstock) HARLEM, NY — A man is facing charges for killing a good Samaritan who intervened in a fight on a Harlem subway platform this month, NYPD officials announced.
Midtown In Top 5 Neighborhoods For Air Quality Complaints: Study
community corner Manhattan's busy, dense central neighborhood has racked up more than 100 air complaints since January. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 23, 2020 5:11 pm ET Midtown has tallied more than 100 air quality complaints so far in 2020. (Shutterstock) MIDTOWN MANHATTAN, NY — Central Midtown is one of the densest neighborhoods in New York City, and while that density comes with some perks it also carries some drawbacks.
Queens Couple Busted Selling Elephant-Foot Stools | Patch PM
community corner Cuomo Scolds Partying Youths | Jeffrey Epstein's Mansion Hits Market | Occupy City Hall Raid's Cleanup Costs. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 23, 2020 4:08 pm ET Investigators spotted these stools made from elephant feet listed for sale for $1,800. (NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation) Share-worthy stories from the New York City Patch network to talk about tonight.
Citi Bike Grants To Benefit Harlem Orgs Aiding Youth, Job Seekers
community corner Two Harlem nonprofits will receive grants that will expand access to New York's bike share program in the neighborhood. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 23, 2020 3:39 pm ET Citi Bike is providing grants to two Harlem nonprofits to address health and transportation inequities in the neighborhood.
Jeffrey Epstein's UES Mansion Hits Market At $88M, Report Says
real estate The late notorious sex offender's East 71st Street mansion is one of New York's largest townhouses. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 23, 2020 2:04 pm ET Jeffrey Epstein's Upper East Side mansion hit the real estate market at $88 million.
PHOTOS: Pet Ducks Rescued From Central Park Pond
community corner Two domesticated ducks abandoned in Central Park were taken in Wednesday by park rangers. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 23, 2020 12:07 pm ET Two domesticated birds were rescued from the Central Park Pond. (NYC Parks/Daniel Avila) CENTRAL PARK, NY — Two domesticated ducks were rescued Wednesday from the Central Park Pond after being abandoned in the park by their former owners, a spokesperson for the city Parks Department said.
Man Robs UES Laundromat Worker, Police Say
crime & safety The robber grabbed an 83-year-old laundromat worker and stole $100 from his shirt pocket. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 23, 2020 11:14 am ET A man is wanted for robbing a worker at an Upper East Side laundromat. (NYPD) UPPER EAST SIDE, NY — A man robbed an elderly worker at an Upper East Side laundromat during an argument about the price of washing clothes, police said.
UES Businesses Top Manhattan In Coronavirus Noncompliance Calls
community corner Shared from Upper East Side, NY Businesses on the Upper East Side were accused of violating NYC's phased reopening rules more than 200 times since July 6. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 22, 2020 4:49 pm ET | Updated Jul 22, 2020 4:52 pm ET Complaints against Manhattan businesses not complying with coronavirus regulations are collected by 311.
Tourist Hotspot Ellen's Stardust Diner May Shut Down: Report
business The Times Square eatery known for its singing waitstaff reportedly owes more than $600k in back rent. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 22, 2020 2:19 pm ET Times Square tourist hotspot Ellen's Stardust Diner may close permanently. (Theo Wargo/Getty Images) TIMES SQUARE, NY — A Times Square restaurant popular with tourists and known for its Broadway-aspiring, singing waitstaff is in danger of closing permanently due to the economic costs of the coronavirus outbreak, according to reports.
Cop Who Punched Homeless Man On Train Won't Face Discipline: Shea
crime & safety The NYPD Commissioner said an officer who repeatedly punched a man in the face won't face discipline despite the "troublesome" actions. By Brendan Krisel, Patch Staff Jul 22, 2020 12:43 pm ET | Updated Jul 22, 2020 12:58 pm ET A cop who punched a homeless man in the face on a Midtown train won't face discipline.
Man Sexually Assaults Women In Attacks At Midtown Station: NYPD
MIDTOWN MANHATTAN, NY — A man sexually assaulted two women within the span of eight days at the same Midtown Manhattan subway station, police said. Both attacks occurred in the entrance of the West 57th Street and Seventh Avenue subway station, police said. During both assaults, the man grabbed the victims while exposing himself and demanding sex acts, an NYPD spokesperson said. The first attack occurred on the night of July 4 as two women were using the station's turnstiles, police said.
Uptown Congressman Proposes NYC Memorial To Coronavirus Victims
A New York City congressmember introduced legislation for a national coronavirus victims memorial. (Stephanie Keith/Getty Images) NEW YORK, NY — Upper Manhattan's representative in congress is introducing a bill to establish a national coronavirus memorial in New York City to commemorate those lost to the deadly virus.
City To Renovate East Harlem NYCHA Community Center
East Harlem's Wagner Houses Community Center is being renovated with funds initially intended for the NYPD. (Google Maps) EAST HARLEM, NY — A community center at an East Harlem public housing development will be renovated using money diverted from the NYPD in the city's 2021 budget, city officials announced Tuesday.
Giant Sinkhole Opens Up On East River Esplanade
A section of the East River Esplanade at 76th Street collapsed into a giant sinkhole Monday night. (Google Maps) UPPER EAST SIDE, NY — A giant sinkhole swallowed a large portion of the East River Esplanade after opening up Monday night on a stretch of the river walk on the Upper East Side, city officials told Patch. The city Parks Department is installing a permanent fence to block off the esplanade near the sinkhole after Monday night's collapse, a spokesperson for the city agency said.
Gay Bar Therapy, Favorite Among "Drag Race" Contestants, To Close
HELL'S KITCHEN, NY — The Hell's Kitchen gay bar Therapy — a favorite venue among contestants on "RuPaul's Drag Race" — will not reopen after shutting down in March in accordance with the state's coronavirus restrictions, the bar's owner announced on social media. Therapy co-owner Tom Johnson announced the closing on the bar's Facebook page Monday: "It's with tears in our eyes that we have to admit it is highly unlikely that Therapy will ever reopen.
De Blasio Blames Homeless Man Punched By Cop For Violence
Mayor Bill de Blasio broke his silence on the video of a homeless man being beaten by a cop in a Midtown subway station. (Andrew Burton/Getty Images) MIDTOWN MANHATTAN, NY — New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio said that a homeless man's actions are largely to blame for him being punched repeatedly in the face by an NYPD officer in a Midtown subway station.
Manhattan Rents Drop For First Time In Decade: Study
StreetEasy's Manhattan Rental Index saw its first year-over-year decrease since the Great Recession. (Courtesy of Tim Lee) MANHATTAN, NY — Manhattan's expensive rents have dropped for the first time in a decade as the coronavirus pandemic led to increasing uncertainty in the market, according to a recent study conducted by the listing site StreetEasy. The StreetEasy Manhattan Rental Index dropped 0.9 percent to $3,236 for the second quarter of 2020.
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