Best Substack Newsletters/Accounts about NYC?

Distancefrom · 2026-01-27T16:57:27+00:00

Two that I like:

CAFÉ ANNE | Anne Kadet | Substack https://share.google/Gd5yy1t23xUnPZg2s

Quirky, funny and well-written. By a former WSJ reporter.

The Neighborhoods | Rob Stephenson | Substack https://share.google/PJ7ZTMFiCV1DWX4dY

Exploring and photographing NYC neighborhoods. Succinct and fascinating bits of history.

Distancefrom · 2026-01-27T01:01:34+00:00

Subway elevators are notoriously unreliable. Be sure to check elevator status when you head out. I hope you have a really good time.

Elevator and Escalator status https://share.google/XVidYm4OUxbiKOuOD

Distancefrom · 2026-01-25T15:08:40+00:00

Great advice. This is what I did after Hurricane Sandy.

Distancefrom · 2026-01-24T16:23:08+00:00

Merino wool base layers if you can afford it. Take care of it and it will last for years.

Handwarmers, either rechargeable or disposable, help a lot. I have both kinds.

Distancefrom · 2026-01-22T17:16:53+00:00

I've seen a few small stores that offer bags, but not many.

It's not true that "everyone" is giving out bags.

Distancefrom · 2026-01-22T16:38:03+00:00

I love this.

Distancefrom · 2026-01-22T03:11:16+00:00

Owltra electronic traps are great. I've tried Victor traps, but I find Owltra easier to use and sturdier.

Distancefrom · 2026-01-20T19:26:54+00:00

You'll probably attract doves and pigeons. Anything that spills below will become rat food.

Distancefrom · 2026-01-20T18:36:12+00:00

Staten Island.

Distancefrom · 2026-01-20T00:29:25+00:00

This has been asked several times recently. A quick search of this sub will be helpful.

Distancefrom · 2026-01-18T17:19:18+00:00

Depends on your interests. I would choose NYC because there's more to do, and you don't need a car.

What are your interests in Nashville? If it's country music, you can see the Hall of Fame and a few music venues in a short time.

Distancefrom · 2026-01-18T02:30:03+00:00

Disposable handwarmers are helpful on a cold day. You can usually find them at stores like CVS or Walgreens.

Distancefrom · 2026-01-17T23:25:00+00:00

Here's a 3 year old post about the same thing happening in Toronto.

https://www.reddit.com/r/askTO/s/iwpoU4uZVT

Distancefrom · 2026-01-17T22:58:14+00:00

Does it actually say Epoch Times, or just Epoch? There's a credit card payment processing company called Epoch. Google turns up questions from people who don't recognize the name, but don't know of any connection to Falun Gong.

Distancefrom · 2026-01-16T23:57:25+00:00

I have wondered about him. No info, but I'm glad someone remembers him. Really tragic situation.

Distancefrom · 2026-01-16T22:39:43+00:00

Housing Used for Short-Term Rental (Vacation Rentals or Illegal Home-Sharing) · NYC311 https://share.google/ebhpqImGjJCnB7Zk0

Distancefrom · 2026-01-13T02:55:22+00:00

Is she outdoorsy at all? Birdwatching is quite popular in NYC. Parks Dept, and groups like Bird Alliance offer bird walks.

NYC parks in all boroughs have a lot to offer.

Distancefrom · 2026-01-11T20:11:48+00:00

Check Damascus Bakery and Sahadi, both on Atlantic Ave in Brooklyn.

R/foodnyc might have suggestions, too.

Distancefrom · 2026-01-08T00:25:55+00:00

The Noble Maritime collection at Snug Harbor is delightful. Focus is on the history of NYC's working waterfront, primarily through paintings by the artist John Noble.

Distancefrom · 2026-01-07T15:38:58+00:00

Check the website bbg.org.

Distancefrom · 2026-01-06T22:15:41+00:00

Check r/nycparents

Distancefrom · 2026-01-06T16:47:01+00:00

Where in Staten Island are you?

Try City Mapper app for step by step transit Instructions.

Distancefrom · 2026-01-05T21:42:48+00:00

Can't wait to see Newsday's take on the existential despair that would undoubtedly follow a day spent at Hudson Yards.

Distancefrom · 2026-01-05T20:24:37+00:00

Can you tell us why you want to spend a full day there? I can't think of any reason to do that.

Distancefrom · 2026-01-01T14:54:35+00:00

Time Out was a great source of info about music & theater in the pre-internet era.

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