Fate of popular Governors Island oyster bar up in the air as ‘social hub’ sought for massive waterfront space
Island Oyster – which has been perennially named one of the city’s hottest waterfront dining spots by Time Out – was once the ...
Suitcase containing human remains found in East River near Governor’s Island: police
A human torso was found inside a suitcase that was floating in the East River near Governor’s Island on Wednesday evening, ...
Human remains discovered in suitcase floating near Governors Island: NYPD
Human remains were found in a suitcase floating near Governors Island Wednesday afternoon, according to the NYPD. The NYPD ...
Body remains found in suitcase floating in East River near Governors Island
The remains of a body were found Wednesday inside a suitcase floating in the East River, police said. The grizzly discovery ...
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Governors Island oyster bar closing, new outdoor restaurant to open next year
The first full-fledged restaurant to ever open on Governors Island will close this year. Island Oyster opened its doors in ...
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The oyster bar on Governors Island is officially closing
After a successful eight years, Island Oyster, the first restaurant to ever open on Governors Island, will officially shut down this year, following a final season set to wrap up on October 31, 2025.