Reposted by SandyStreetsblog NYC @nyc.streetsblog.org · 02/10/2026Believe it or not, the United States used to be the cycling capital of the world. So how did we end up in the hellscape we’re in today? buff.ly/qfbhfrobuff.lyFriday Video: Why America Hates Bikes (And How to Make It Love Them) — Streetsblog USAYouTubers Climate Town and Not Just Bikes teamed up for a great explainer on the history of anti-bike bias in the United States. 2173
Sandy @smarsh-s-mart.bsky.social · 02/10/2026youtube.com/watch?v=YGqb... Steve Buscemi made this documentary about NYC firefightersyoutube.comHBO Documentaries - A Good Job: Stories of the FDNYYouTube video by Mister Propper 000
Reposted by Sandyhammancheez but spooky @hammancheez.bsky.social · 01/10/2026Yall wanna see a 2 hour old highland cow 357207985003
Reposted by SandyMayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani @mayor.nyc.gov · 30/09/202653 years ago, hip-hop was born at a back-to-school party in the Bronx. Now, the Bronx School of Hip Hop is preparing a new generation of artists to shape what comes next. I sat down with Nas to talk about the past, present, and future of hip-hop in NYC — from the turntables to our classrooms.youtu.beMayor and Nas sit down to discuss the past, present and future of hip hop in NYCYouTube video by NYC Mayor's Office 15078801485
Reposted by SandyAltSpaceForce 🚀🇺🇲 @altspaceforce.altgov.info · 30/09/2026Look, the Cornell 7 allegedly did the raping but that group chat had over 50 dudes in it. 50. One phone call from one guy & this poor woman doesn't have this horror put on her life. Not all men? All those men tho You wanna say not all men? Here's what you have to do bro: 1121465
Reposted by SandyRon Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Media companies who accept taxpayer money for Trump’s illegal campaign ads should be investigated and prosecuted if appropriate. Media executives accepting this money should be subpoenaed to appear before a Democratic Congress to explain why they are complicit in a crime. 381469363
Reposted by SandyAngie ☮️ @peacefulpov.bsky.social · 27/09/2026⚾Going down memory lane with Howie Rose and the Mets.🧡💙 PUT IT IN THE BOOKS! 📚 Mets legend Howie Rose's BEST CALLS EVER! 🎙️ | MLB Highlights youtu.be/DtFXco7YZTc #howierose #mets #lgm #baseball #mlbyoutu.bePUT IT IN THE BOOKS! 📚 Mets legend Howie Rose's BEST CALLS EVER! 🎙️ | MLB HighlightsYouTube video by MLB 031
Reposted by SandyGothamist @gothamist.com · 25/09/2026One weekend each year, the nonprofit organization Open House New York briefly grants access to many of the city’s private Edens. gothamist.visitlink.me/whfDiE 073
Reposted by SandyAngie ☮️ @peacefulpov.bsky.social · 25/09/2026This Ancient Practice Could Prevent Wildfires | NOVA | PBS youtu.be/HwV2o8sp4BM #wildfire #indigenousyoutu.beThis Ancient Practice Could Prevent Wildfires | NOVA | PBSYouTube video by NOVA PBS Official 021
Reposted by SandySpectrum News NY1 @spectrumnewsny1.bsky.social · 25/09/2026The cornerstone exhibition of the center is "Raise Your Voice: New York Activism," which looks back over more than 250 years of activism. Read more: specne.ws/CFZ8wqspecne.wsNew center focuses on New York activismThe extensive exhibit is part of the new Puffin Foundation Center for New York City Activism. 041
Reposted by SandyDr Pop Culture USA @drpopcultureusa.bsky.social · 23/09/2026September 23, 1938: A time capsule is buried on the site of the NY World's Fair, to be opened in 6939. It contains a Bible, mail-order catalog, & newsreels of FDR and a college football game. 0152
Reposted by SandyA Pod of Their Own @apodoftheirown.bsky.social · 23/09/2026Episode 291: We cover Pete Alonso’s return to Citi Field, Andy Green being named as manager, Carlos Beltrán’s number retirement, Jared Young’s horrific injury, Howie Rose signing off for the last time, and more. Apple🍎: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/h... Spotify🍏: open.spotify.com/episode/6m0O...podcasts.apple.comPut it in the booksPodcast Episode · Home Run Applesauce: A New York Mets podcast · September 23 · 1h 19m 121
Reposted by SandyBarnabas Bulpett @bbulpett.bsky.social · 22/09/2026New York photo of the day Manhattan. 70°F (21° C), partly cloudy. #NYC #City #Park #TidalStrait #Dusk #Reflections #EastRiver #WardsIsland #Bridge #HarlemRiver 🏞 161
Reposted by SandyAaron Reichlin-Melnick @reichlinmelnick.bsky.social · 21/09/2026The video shows the agents literally just leaving the guy in the street and driving off. 552595991
Reposted by SandyLaura Haynes👩🔬⚾️🐾💙 @drlaurahaynes.bsky.social · 21/09/2026Good morning 🌞 Of course I have to post this song today youtu.be/Gs069dndIYk?...youtu.beEarth, Wind & Fire - September (Official HD Video)YouTube video by EarthWindandFireVEVO 2163
Reposted by SandyRoger Cormier @themetsnewsletter.com · 20/09/2026In case tomorrow's game gets rained out, Howie Rose said farewell earlier this evening. 97317
Reposted by Sandy1981 / 1986 News @40yearsago.bsky.social · 19/09/2026[February 14th, 1981] This week's Saturday Night Live was hosted by Deborah Harry, the lead singer of Blondie, featuring Bronx-based group Funky 4 + 1 as musical guests. This marked the first time a hip-hop group performed live on national network television. 073
Reposted by SandyNorm Eisen @normeisen.bsky.social · 18/09/2026BREAKING: @democracydefendersfund.org, DemocracyFwd & Abbe Lowell filed new claims to save E.Potomac Park Trump kept going after we sued--Now the park is a dump for TOXIC White House debris from Trump's other vanity projects By law it exists "for the recreation & pleasure of the people." Not his👇democracydefendersfund.orgLegal Challenge Brought Against Effort by Trump-Vance Administration to Stymie Public Access to East Potomac Park, Create Exclusive Golf Course for PresidentThe DC Preservation League and two local residents are taking legal action to protect East Potomac Park and its golf course, challenging the Trump-Vance administration’s unlawful and possibly hazardou... 12476212
Reposted by SandyJacqui @jacquiblu65.bsky.social · 17/09/2026#MusicChallenge #NoDullMoments1971 Sept 17 Don McLean “American Pie” music.apple.com/us/album/ame...music.apple.comAmerican Pie (Re-Recorded) by Don Mclean on Apple MusicSong · 1992 · Duration 8:56 1172
Reposted by SandyAdam Kinzinger @adamkinzinger.substack.com · 16/09/2026www.adamkinzinger.com/p/the-racist...adamkinzinger.comThe Racists Saw a Travesty. I Saw America.A picture from a college football game incensed the online racists. They finally gave up hiding what they are really after. 1843984
Reposted by SandyManhattan Bird Alert @birdcpk.bsky.social · 15/09/2026The Barred Owl of Central Park likely is young, hatched this year, now wandering in search of its own territory. It moved several times during the day, including just after this evening photo when a Cooper's Hawk confronted it. 🦉 🧡 19516
Reposted by SandyJason Fry @jasoncfry.bsky.social · 14/09/2026Thanks to Jeff for having me on! We have a blast talking about Andy Green's future, Mets backup catchers and more reasons to be hopeful. YES, EVEN AS METS FANS! Give it a listen.... 082
Reposted by SandyBenjamin Dreyer @bcdreyer.social · 10/09/2026Votesafe dot org is an Elon Musk–run data vacuum, and under no circumstances should you click on it. 6492238
Sandy @smarsh-s-mart.bsky.social · 09/09/2026qns.com/2026/09/asto...qns.comAstoria DDC architect used connections to save Survivor Tree and return it to Ground Zero years after historic cleanup by unsung city agency – QNSAn Astoria architect who planned, designed and oversaw the construction of city schools had to improvise on the fly to bring a symbol of hope back to Ground 001
Reposted by SandyRoger Cormier @themetsnewsletter.com · 05/09/202611 years ago today, Bartolo Colon gave it some mustard. 2136748
Sandy @smarsh-s-mart.bsky.social · 04/09/2026Check out Second Term Madness — 2ndtermmadness.com2ndtermmadness.comSecond Term Madness64 documented controversies from Trump's second term. Four regions. One winner — decided by you. Read the sourcing, then vote. 010
Reposted by SandyFLAVOR FLAV ⏰ @flavorflav.bsky.social · 03/09/2026RIP Gloria Steinem. The world has lost a true pioneer and force for women rights,,, my deepest condolences to her family, friends, and team. Public Enemy will be forever grateful for her blessing and support of our track SHE GOT GAME. open.spotify.com/album/0BG4L6...open.spotify.comShe Got Game - Single by Public Enemy | SpotifyPublic Enemy · single · 2024 · 1 songs 111921279
Reposted by SandyManhattan Bird Alert @birdcpk.bsky.social · 03/09/2026An Eastern Black Swallowtail butterfly in Central Park. 329646
Reposted by SandySpectrum News NY1 @spectrumnewsny1.bsky.social · 31/08/2026The winner, Amadeo Fusca, was the crowd favorite. Read more: specne.ws/9HxyGi specne.wsHundreds show up to judge New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani look-alike contestPeople gathered near Washington Square Park Sunday to judge a Mayor Zohran Mamdani look-alike contest. 052
Reposted by SandyComing Up Violets 🎨commissions open🖌️ @comingupviolets.bsky.social · 28/08/2026#crowdsourcing ideas / #suggestions wanted: I have a lightly battered paperback copy of the 6th wizard kid book by that evil hag who wants to genocide all my trans friends. I don’t feel comfortable putting it up for sale, I’d rather destroy it to make an art project that would support #Trans 1/2 121
Reposted by SandyThe Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 27/08/2026MUST-WATCH: “Nobody hated Dolly. Here’s why.” ❤️ Beautiful stuff From @loswhit 621915655
Reposted by SandyRoger Cormier @themetsnewsletter.com · 27/08/2026Since you can upload videos up to 10 minutes long nowadays, here's Mookie Wilson's at-bat in the 10th inning of Game 6 of the 1986 World Series. 5026027
Reposted by Sandy1981 / 1986 News @40yearsago.bsky.social · 27/08/2026[August 27th, 1986] The famous "Let's Go Mets Go" theme song and music video debuted during a game against the San Diego Padres. www.youtube.com/watch?v=2N4V...youtube.comLet’s Go Mets! The official theme song of the 1986 World Champion Mets“Let’s Go Mets!” (aka Let’s Go Mets Go!) The official theme song of the 1986 World Champion New York Mets In July 1986 the New York Mets were 27 games ahead and the Pennant was a shoe-in. The team… 042
Reposted by SandyFun For All Ages with Frank Santopadre! @funforallages.bsky.social · 25/08/2026#FFAA #TwoFerTuesday #KiddieShows 081
Reposted by Sandyforgottenny.bsky.social @forgottenny.bsky.social · 24/08/2026walshk.substack.com/p/nycs-baseb...walshk.substack.comNYC’s Baseball StreetsI was born in Brooklyn in August 1957 and thus, the Brooklyn Dodgers and I coexisted for approximately one month. 011
Reposted by SandyComic Sands @comicsandsnews.bsky.social · 19/08/2026Nevada resident Amanda Nuchols shared her blistering speech aimed at trustee and Moms for Liberty member Lorena Biassotti for wearing an anti-trans shirt during a public school board meeting—and people are applauding. comicsands.comNevada Woman Goes Viral For Her Pitch Perfect Speech After Noticing MAGA School Board Trustee's Anti-Trans Shirt 051
Reposted by SandyManhattan Bird Alert @birdcpk.bsky.social · 13/08/2026A Great Blue Heron perches in Central Park. 💙 27316
Reposted by SandyNew York Transit Museum @nytransitmuseum.bsky.social · 13/08/2026🐦⬛ Location, location, location. Swoop into secret no. 25 with us. #50SecretsofTransit celebrates the 50th anniversary of the #NYTransitMuseum. Join us as we pull back the curtain on New York's transportation system, revealing hidden spaces, untold stories, and the people who keep our city moving. 0245
Reposted by SandyCharlotte Clymer @charlotteclymer.bsky.social · 13/08/2026This story is a bit wild. After Elon Musk's DOGE erased decades of USAID data, it was assumed to be lost. But a Canadian college student had previously downloaded much of it in high school for a project. 4,000 PDFs. Thanks again, Canada. Yet again. www.aiddata.org/blog/before-...aiddata.orgBefore reimagining development data, remember what we’ve learnedWhy we’re publishing a free, searchable, and ungated archive featuring a quarter-century of USAID evaluation reports. 3948691302
Reposted by SandyAnat Shenker-Osorio @anatosaurus.bsky.social · 13/08/2026"Extreme/ist" implies MAGA is still operating along a recognized political party spectrum albeit at a far end when in fact they've left the whole field of anything resembling democratic politics. They are, in fact, an authoritarian regime. 310217
