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Residents Clash Over Christmas Light Controversy in Hostel

12/7/2025

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Upper West Side residents complained about a bright purple light from a Christmas decoration in a ninth-floor Dexter House hostel apartment.
The resident bought the $2.50 light to brighten his room and was unaware of complaints.
After learning of the uproar, the resident removed the light.
Many commenters defended him and suggested residents should use window coverings instead of complaining.
Others criticized complaints as a sign of privilege among locals.

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Story summary

Upper West Side residents complained about a bright purple light from a Christmas decoration in a ninth-floor Dexter House hostel apartment.
The resident bought the $2.50 light to brighten his room and was unaware of complaints.
After learning of the uproar, the resident removed the light.
Many commenters defended him and suggested residents should use window coverings instead of complaining.
Others criticized complaints as a sign of privilege among locals.