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1,000! Clarence Eckerson’s Streetfilms Hits the Ultimate Milestone
The 'Orson Welles of the Streets' looks back on the advent of his 1,000th installment.
September 3, 2021
Monday’s Headlines: Everyone Loves Summer Streets (So Why Can’t We Have it All the Time?) Edition
The first of two installments of Summer Streets was a huge success on Saturday as the city barred cars from a corridor between the Brooklyn Bridge and Central Park. Plus all the other news (there's a lot today!).
August 9, 2021
SEE IT: 500 People Enjoying the 34th Avenue Open Street in Just 30 Minutes
It only takes a few seconds to see what Jackson Heights will lose if the Department of Transportation fails to protect what it calls its "gold standard" open street. Watch Clarence Eckerson's new film now.
August 4, 2021
Tuesday’s Headlines: History is Bunk Edition
Our big scoop yesterday didn't go the way it was supposed to. Plus other news.
August 3, 2021
EXCLUSIVE: City Cleanup Corps to Take Over Running Fort Greene Open Streets — Others to Follow?
"It's terrific," said one volunteer coordinator along Willoughby Avenue, South Portland Avenue and Hall Place — three extremely popular open streets primarily because of the work of the volunteers to keep cars off the roadway.
August 2, 2021
A Round and a Roundy: Open-Street Opponents Pounce on Play Space
When it comes to open streets and what they mean for kids, our national-treasure 'bartoonist' always nails it.
July 20, 2021
Open-Street Killjoys in Jackson Heights Tried To Silence the Circus
Opponents of the 34th Avenue space lash out at another activity for kids.
July 19, 2021
OPINION: Opponents of Open Streets Need to Stop Ruining Kids’ Summers
Some neighbors believe their private vehicles have more right to the public land than the people.
July 15, 2021
De Blasio to 34th Avenue Open Streets Opponents: Stop Parking in Children’s Play Areas!
Kids, not cars!
July 13, 2021
Do Protesters Seek More Say over Open Restaurants — Or Do They Just Want Parking?
Welcome to the latest in Streetsblog’s ongoing coverage of revanchist movements across the city. Today's edition? Anti-restaurant protesters.
June 29, 2021
