Category Archives: Under the Radar: Feature Stories

Construction Rebuilds the Economy?

Posted on December 25, 2009 by tabdrakhmanova1

The Levines were planning to renovate their home for years, but, Mrs. Levine said “Would we have taken on the project to add a deck if one of us lost our job during the economic downturn? Obviously not.” Still, this … Continue reading →

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Struggling Artists Find Support in Local Community

Posted on December 11, 2009 by ying

Some children grow up wanting to be firefighters, cops, or astronauts. Others dream of becoming lawyers, teachers, or singers. Few ever aspire to be writers, but for some, like Rhonda Cox, an aspiring poet, that dream still lives on today. … Continue reading →

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New York Scouse Solidarity

Posted on December 11, 2009 by James Mughal

Soccer is the most popular sport at youth level in America,‭ ‬but the coverage of beautiful game is very limited in mainstream American media.‭ ‬Liverpool Supporters Club New York has been doing charity work and there is no coverage in … Continue reading →

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An illusory increase in population affects local schools

Posted on December 8, 2009 by afong

Fresh Meadows has had a population increase that won’t show up in the 2010 Census. Despite the financial downturn, this town in eastern Queens has seen a growing underground real estate market, in the basements of the mostly one-family homes. … Continue reading →

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Don’t blink

Posted on October 25, 2009 by Richard Ortega

There is nothing more aggravating and frustrating than being stuck at a red light when seconds make the difference between you being on time and you being late.  Sure the average red light only lasts between 30 seconds to a … Continue reading →

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Does Anyone Need a Free Clinic?… I Know I Do

Posted on October 20, 2009 by Queen

In 2007 a survey released by the Census Bureau stated that approximately 45.7 million people in the United States did not have health insurance. It does not make me happy to say that I am one of those 45.7 million, but … Continue reading →

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Parking haven for idle ambulance drivers

Posted on October 17, 2009 by afong

Jewel Avenue and 73rd Avenue in Queens meet at a dead end at Utopia playground. There, UPS trucks, Fedex trucks, and ambulances line the street, their drivers asleep at the wheel. In the mornings, the truck drivers meet there for … Continue reading →

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Books of the Revolution…And then Some

Posted on October 6, 2009 by Sabrina Smith

This, I repeat, this is not your typical bookstore. The Revolution is here, but there are no protests on 14th Street or any demonstrations in The Village. Instead, the local activism has hit the four corners of a unique bookstore, … Continue reading →

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In America, Communist Fears Live On

Posted on October 6, 2009 by mlipsius

I was standing on a crowded subway during the early morning rush, silently reading through the morning prayers. An old man got on the train. He made his way toward me, but then held on to a nearby pole for … Continue reading →

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Give Me More Food

Posted on October 5, 2009 by Angel Rosario

            I enjoy fast food, I do not want to bad-mouth it. But, there does not need to be multiple fast food places and general places to eat at every street corner. In the area around 170th street and Jerome … Continue reading →

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Start… Your… Engines!

Posted on October 2, 2009 by Richard Ortega

The traffic light has just turned red.  You see two buses waiting, side by side, revving their engines.  You think to yourself, “it’s my lucky day.  No waiting for the bus.  Today I have options.” Then with the blink of … Continue reading →

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Oh Come all ye Faithfull

Posted on September 29, 2009 by James Mughal

My story is about Liverpool supporters club New York. Liverpool supporters club New York was formed in 1995 by passionate expatriate Scouse and Irish reds. “There were 20 hardcore fans at the beginning and it went from strength to strength … Continue reading →

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Election posters: minimal effect

Posted on September 28, 2009 by afong

With Election Day drawing closer and the primary elections under way, candidates running for public office are trying to get their names out to the    public. In Fresh Meadows, Queens, storefronts are plastered with candidate’s posters that urge constituents to … Continue reading →

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Home away from home

Posted on September 28, 2009 by Richard Ortega

John F. Kennedy Boulevard in Jersey City, NJ is home to many businesses.  One in particular is, El Rincon Nuestro.  This business stands out not because of the blue white blue awning that shadows its customers, but because of its … Continue reading →

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MTA vs. NYC Transit

Posted on September 28, 2009 by Mary Iannone

In my neighborhood, there are two public transit buses that service the area.  The Q20B, an MTA bus, runs every 20-30 minutes Monday-Friday.  The Q25, a NYC transit bus, is supposed to run every 15 minutes seven days a week. … Continue reading →

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Mandala Tibetan, A Diamond in the Ruff

Posted on September 22, 2009 by Sabrina Smith

In a neighborhood where cafes and thrift shops are in high demand, there is one place that is entirely different from the “norm.”  Conveniently located on the corner of Lincoln and Seventh Avenue in Park Slope, Mandala Tibetan, the India … Continue reading →

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A Day at the Park

Posted on September 21, 2009 by Angel Rosario

A few years ago the corner by 170th street and Morris Avenue in the Bronx was a vacant lot with overgrown grass. They renovated the lot and built Grant Park, a small area where people in the community can relax, … Continue reading →

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Finding Joy in the Recession

Posted on September 20, 2009 by mlipsius

When you think of the emotional effects of a recession, you probably think of insecurity, depression, and a worthlessness that can even lead to risk of suicide.  But you don’t expect to hear that for some, the current recession has … Continue reading →

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Lack of Space

Posted on September 20, 2009 by James Mughal

Last month, I read an article in Washington Post about muslims in Washington D.C. and Virginia renting space for prayer during the Islamic Holy month of Ramadan. They were renting the synagogues for prayer increased my interest in the story. … Continue reading →

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Learning for Free

Posted on September 14, 2009 by Queen

One day while looking through my e-mails I found one that stated that they were offering free French and Spanish courses at the Harlem Children’s Zone for adults. Since it was the summer and I didn’t have anything particularly important … Continue reading →

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