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1 day agoOpinion: Commercial Rent Stabilization is Our Only Hope
Small Business Rent Stabilization is needed to prevent rent hikes from shutting down local businesses and preserving neighborhood character.
The Leif, a beloved Irish pub on Fifth Avenue known for its live music, confirmed its closure in a heartfelt message shared on social media by co-owner and longtime bartender Mike Gallagher. In the statement, he reflected on years of memories built inside the bar's walls and thanked the families, musicians, staff and customers who made the space more than just a business.