Noise complaints by residents of Forest Hills Gardens, an enclave in Queens that hugs Forest Hills Stadium, have led to legal wrangling and petitions. Source: New York Times
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New York City Reaches Deal to Build Soccer Stadium in Queens
By Gotham Rex on November 15, 2022
The New York City Football Club will pay roughly $780 million to build the stadium in Willets Point in Queens as part of a project that will include housing and a hotel. Source: New York Times
Takeaways From the N.Y. Governor Debate
By Gotham Rex on June 8, 2022
The Democratic rivals of Gov. Kathy Hochul sought to attack her on varied issues, from the funding of a Buffalo Bills stadium to a decade-old endorsement from the N.R.A. Source: New York Times
Taxpayers Shoulder Costs for $1.4 Billion Stadium. Buffalo Bills Fans Cheer.
By Gotham Rex on April 16, 2022
Critics have savaged the deal, which would use $850 million in state and local funds. But many in the city say keeping the Bills in Buffalo is good for civic pride. Source: New York Times
New York Toughens Bail Law in $220 Billion Budget Agreement
By Gotham Rex on April 7, 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s first budget also includes billions in child care funding, a green light for three casinos and a return of to-go drinks. Source: New York Times
Buffalo Bills Strike Deal for Taxpayer-Funded $1.4 Billion Stadium
By Gotham Rex on March 28, 2022
The agreement calls for $850 million in New York State and local funding, the largest taxpayer contribution ever for a National Football League facility. Source: New York Times
Will the Buffalo Bills Get a $1.4 Billion Stadium?
By Gotham Rex on March 28, 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul is eager to keep the football team from leaving town. Source: New York Times
Hochul Weighs a $1.4 Billion Stadium for the Buffalo Bills
By Gotham Rex on March 27, 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul is negotiating a new stadium for the Buffalo Bills, but some see such spending of taxpayer dollars as wasteful. Source: New York Times
Jewel Box Dining Comes to Barclays Center
By Gotham Rex on April 20, 2021
Crown Club, from Major Food Group, will cater to V.I.P.s at the arena, namely Nets fans with courtside seats. Source: New York Times
Yankees, Mets Get Permission to Open Stadiums to 20 Percent Capacity
By Gotham Rex on March 18, 2021
Both teams will be permitted to operate their stadiums at 20 percent of capacity, expanding New York’s reintroduction of spectators at sports events. Source: New York Times
Indoor Dining Resumes in N.Y.C.
By Gotham Rex on February 12, 2021
In the coming weeks, New Yorkers will also be able to return to sports arenas and attend larger weddings across the state. Source: New York Times
The U.S. Open Is Looking a Bit Closed
By Gotham Rex on August 29, 2020
Because of the coronavirus, there will be no fans in the stands and several top players just won’t be coming. Source: New York Times