Bowery Boogie | A Lower East Side Chronicle

Ever since a weekend of strong winds brought the Vicmarr Electronics sign to its knees, the deteriorating storefront marquee of 88-90 Delancey had been a fleeting manifestation of the old neighborhood. A reminder of a specific time and place that has since passed on.  Yet now, a month later, all that is history, as a [...]

This is not the first time (and won’t be the last) that we’ve encountered children on leashes around the neighborhood.  Something just doesn’t compute here.  Seriously, what kind of childhood behavior could warrant such cruel punishment?

As initially reported back in March, Baruch College plans to share dorm space with the School of Visual Arts at the Ludlow Residence.  Today, Crain’s brings word that a third city school will be joining the slumber party at 101 Ludlow.  The Kings College recently inked a two-year deal with SVA to occupy floors 14 [...]

Indeed.  Last night at approximate 10 pm, a half-dozen police officers arrived at the Bank of America on Delancey. The one inside the jail Ludlow Residence.  A whole group of cash-strapped young folk was waiting outside while the hoopla transpired. Apparently, a homeless man was sleeping in the ATM room of the bank branch, with [...]

Saturday’s powerful wind gusts revealed some choice ghost signage at 88 Delancey, between Orchard and Ludlow.  Half of the metal fixture was ripped completely clear from its housing, landing on the sidewalk.  Police units and a sanitation team were swiftly mobilized for the cleanup effort.  The other half is safe and sound for now, but [...]

Judging by the new Misrahi Realty banners hanging from its sides, it appears 108 Ludlow (aka 100 Delancey) is finally ready to rent.  Renovations, vertical expansion, and most recently, broken water pipes, are now in the past.  New apartments feature stunning views of the Ludlow Residence penitentiary!