Meteorologist Who Falsely Cried Rape Working on Plea Deal

UPDATE 11/2: Disgraced Former WABC Meteorologist Heidi Jones Sentenced For Central Park Rape Hoax
The New York Post reports that the weather correspondent who falsely reported an attempted rape in Central Park last fall is in the works to strike a plea deal.
Heidi Jones, the meteorologist who filled in for Sam Champion on WABC-TV and has [...]

Upper West Side Celebrity Photos of the Day

Above left, Matthew McConaughey looks dapper as he heads to the studios for The View, entering at 65th and West End Avenue.  The actor dropped by the show on Monday to promote his latest film, Lincoln Lawyer, in theaters this Friday.  Photo courtesy of People.com.
Above right, newlyweds Kelsey Grammer and Kayte Walsh take a romantic [...]

Newly-Opened Columbus Tavern Becomes Media Hangout

Grub Street reports that Columbus Tavern, the new restaurant that replaced City Grill on Columbus between 72nd and 73rd, may be the newest media haunt.  The restaurant, which owner Jeremy Wladis and chef Phil Conlon opened last week, has already been frequented by prominent media names, including Sam Champion, weather anchor for Good Morning America, [...]

Photo of the Day: Lunar Eclipse

Above, David T. Cole snaps a stunning photo of the Moon during the full lunar eclipse that took place early Tuesday morning.  The Moon is camouflaged against the Christmas lights outside of the ABC studios (66th between Columbus and Central Park West).  Check out this beautiful photo along with more photos from Cole at Glark.org.

Friday: Final GMA Summer Concert

Another summer series is winding down, so time to get out and enjoy a Central Park outdoor event while the weather is still warm… the Good Morning America Summer Concert Series concludes this Friday with one more free early-morning show in the park.  Come to Central Park’s Rumsey Playfield (SummerStage, mid-park near 69th) to see [...]