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entertainment1 year ago

"J. Lo and Ben Affleck's NYC House-Hunting Adventures"

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck were spotted house hunting on the Upper East Side in New York City, touring luxurious townhouses including a $45,000 per month rental and a $5.95 million property. J. Lo, a seasoned property investor, still owns a penthouse in NoMad. The couple made the most of their time in the city while J. Lo is there to shoot a new film. The properties they viewed feature spacious interiors, landscaped gardens, and high-end amenities, and are being represented by listing brokers Thomas Wexler, Morgan Garofalo, and Tyler Wexler of Leslie J. Garfield.

entertainment1 year ago

"Unveiling Truman Capote's Scandalous Inner Circle: The Swans Exposed"

A new season of Ryan Murphy’s “Feud” series delves into the scandalous relationship between Truman Capote and the elite women of the Upper East Side, known as the Swans. Capote's betrayal of these women, who were his close confidantes, led to his downfall and struggles with drug abuse and alcoholism. The series features a star-studded cast including Tom Hollander, Demi Moore, and Naomi Watts portraying the Swans. The story sheds light on the complex and tumultuous relationships between Capote and these influential women, ultimately leading to his tragic demise.

tragedy2 years ago

Tragic Death of Russian Mom-of-Two in NYC Luxury High-Rise Fall

Alina Page, a 35-year-old mother of two, plunged to her death from the roof of a luxury apartment building on the Upper East Side of New York City after a heated argument with her husband about her drinking habits. Her husband claims he wasn't present during the incident. Page was rushed to the hospital but later succumbed to her injuries. The couple had been married for almost 16 years and lived in the ritzy building with their children. The building has safety measures in place to prevent accidental falls, and police have not officially labeled the incident as a suicide.

local-news2 years ago

Community Unites to Support UES Cafe Owner Amidst Employee Walkout Over Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

Cafe Aronne, an Upper East Side cafe run by an Israeli family, received overwhelming support from New Yorkers after several pro-Palestinian employees quit due to the owner's support for Israel. The employees objected to the presence of an Israeli flag and a fundraising campaign for the Israeli Red Cross. In response, friends and customers rallied behind the cafe, offering their assistance and expressing solidarity with the owner. The owner emphasized the importance of respect and comfort for all, stating that he is in the process of hiring new employees.

lifestyle2 years ago

"Barbara Walters' NYC Home Memorabilia Up for Auction - Grab a Piece of History!"

Over 300 items from Barbara Walters' Upper East Side apartment, including jewelry, fashion, furniture, and personal mementos, will be up for auction later this month. The net proceeds from the sale will benefit charities dear to Walters. The auction includes Walters' engagement ring, valued at $600,000 to $900,000, and gifts from celebrity friends. Walters' apartment, priced at $19.75 million, is also on the market and offers views of Central Park.

health2 years ago

COVID-19 Variant Drives Summer Surge in Upper East Side: City Data

The Upper East Side neighborhood in New York City has seen a significant increase in COVID-19 cases, with a per-capita rate of 54 new cases per 100,000 people in the past week, higher than the citywide rate. This surge in cases aligns with a nationwide summer increase in COVID-19 cases. However, health experts believe that this wave will be less intense than previous ones and are uncertain about its duration. Hospitalizations in New York City may already be declining, and the increase in cases does not appear to be driven by a new variant.

fire-incident2 years ago

Multiple Fires Erupt at Mount Sinai Hospital in East Harlem, Causing Injuries and Patient Relocation

A two-alarm fire broke out in a sub-cellar generator room at Mount Sinai Hospital on the Upper East Side in Manhattan. Most patients were instructed to stay in their rooms while firefighters extinguished the blaze. Twenty patients were temporarily relocated to unaffected areas of the hospital. The fire, believed to be electrical in nature, was quickly brought under control, and no injuries were reported. Madison Avenue was temporarily closed for FDNY activity but has since reopened.

crime2 years ago

NYC Subway Shove Suspect Charged and Arraigned, Victim Paralyzed.

Kamal Semrade, 39, has been charged with second-degree attempted murder and assault after allegedly shoving Emine Yilmaz, 35, into a moving subway train in New York City on Sunday. Yilmaz suffered severe spinal injuries and Semrade fled the scene. He was arrested on Monday at a shelter in Queens. Semrade had no prior criminal record and the attack was described as "completely unprovoked." The CEO of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority called for the attacker to receive the "maximum consequence."

crime2 years ago

Man arrested for subway attack and shove causing serious injury.

A man has been charged with attempted murder and assault after he attacked a 35-year-old woman at a subway station on the Upper East Side in Manhattan. The victim was pushed into a train and suffered lacerations to the head and spinal injuries. The NYPD used MTA cameras to quickly arrest the suspect, Kamal Semrade, 39. The incident marks a reduction in subway crime so far this year, with an 8.1% decrease in crime and a 12.8% decrease in felony assaults.

real-estate2 years ago

Barbara Walters' NYC home listed for $19.75M posthumously.

The Upper East Side apartment of the late pioneering TV journalist Barbara Walters has hit the market for $19.75 million, four months after her death. The 11-room apartment, located in the white-glove cooperative 944 Fifth Avenue, boasts a formal dining room, library, and dressing room, and still features Walters' artwork, antique furniture, and collectibles. The building has been home to other big-name residents, including Frank McCourt. Walters was the first female network news anchor and launched the female-led daytime talk show The View.

real-estate2 years ago

Barbara Walters' NYC Apartment Listed for $20 Million.

Barbara Walters's 11-room apartment in a white-glove co-op on the Upper East Side of New York City has been listed for $20 million. The two-bedroom abode spans the entire sixth floor of the prewar building and features sweeping views of Central Park. The property includes a wood-paneled primary bedroom, a library, a dressing room, and a butler's pantry. The apartment still contains unique antiques, art, and mementos collected by the journalist. The listing is held by Compass's Alexa Lambert.

real-estate2 years ago

Barbara Walters' 30-year NYC home hits market for $19.75M.

The New York City home of the late journalist Barbara Walters has been listed for $19.75 million. The Upper East Side apartment, located at 944 Fifth Ave., has five bedrooms and five baths, with views of Central Park. The apartment has been preserved exactly as it was when Walters lived there, with all her furniture, art, and collectibles still in place. The wood-paneled primary bedroom suite features a woodburning fireplace, two baths, a sitting room/office, and an expansive closet. Walters was the first woman anchor of both a morning and an evening television-news program and helped develop and starred in the long-running ABC daytime talk show “The View.”