Eric Adams, now facing a second Democratic challenger, said he was praying for the press while ducking their questions and blessing our own Katie Honan on his way to meet the Pope in Vatican City. Meantime, the mayor finally started repping for the Knicks, who promptly stopped winning, as the NYPD is pretty much mocking […]
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Posted inSports
Mets Boss Pushes Casino Pitch for Queens Park Property
Steve Cohen is moving forward with plans for a hotel, casino and live music venue next to Citi Field — without waiting for the state legislature to first give permission to divert open space for development.
Posted inThe Bronx
Bronx Cricket Stadium Scheme Rejected
Backlash to the International Cricket Council’s plan to put up a “temporary” 34,000 seat stadium in Van Cortlandt Park began as soon as THE CITY first reported on it.
Posted inSports
Horses Return to Aqueduct as Homestretch Nears for City’s Only Racetrack
With a full casino license coming and a track in Nassau being restored, the end is approaching for New York City’s only horse track, which has held races since 1894.
Posted inReal Estate
Five-Year Madison Square Garden Permit Inflates Pressure to Play Ball
A City Council committee shrinks the timeline for the Midtown arena’s operation as Penn Station plans hang in the balance.
Posted inThe Bronx
Dozens of Bronx Groups Object to 34,000-Seat Cricket Stadium in Van Cortlandt Park
Community organizations sent a letter to city and state officials opposing a City Hall-backed plan to build a venue for an international cricket tournament.
Posted inMigrant Crisis
Soccer League Protesting Randall’s Island Migrant Tents Is Led By a City Commissioner
A Manhattan dad pulled his kids from play after city consumer affairs chief Vilda Mayuga circulated a petition asking Mayor Adams to cancel shelters on sports fields.
Posted inThe Bronx
Skepticism Builds About City Hall Push for Giant Cricket Stadium in The Bronx
The istration is hoping to get a 34,000-seat stadium hosting World Cup matches in Van Cortlandt Park next June, but parkgoers aren’t sold and time is running short.
Posted inThe Bronx
City Hall Pitches 34,000-Seat Cricket Stadium in Van Cortlandt Park
The “temporary” facility would need to be completed before next June to host matches in the T20 Cricket World Cup, according to local officials briefed by the istration and a document obtained by THE CITY.
Posted inQueens
Mets Owner Playing Hardball With Parking Lots for Future Soccer Stadium
Steve Cohen has not agreed to a deal that would allow fans at NYCFC games park on Citi Field’s lots, hoping to leverage the land in favor of his casino bid.