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Category Archives: Location
L Train rated the cleanest
> Years ago, the MTA had announced that the L line was going to be the first to receive new technological advancement and modernization. As a result, the entire L train was operated almost solely by computers. Passengers were very … Continue reading
Congestion pricing?
With increasing talks about congestion pricing and the plan’s imminent deadline, many differing opinions surround the issue. The mayor’s position has been clear since the beginning – being the mind behind the idea, he is all for it. And anyone … Continue reading
Posted in Forest Hills, Queens
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Price vs. Quality
For the past 15 years Happy Wok has been the most popular Chinese restaurant in the 10451 zip code area. The restaurant sits on the corner of 157th Street and Gerard Avenue, and it has been untouchable by competitors. Over … Continue reading
Posted in The Bronx
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Time, Money and Congestion
On Monday night, the city council passed a measure urging the Albany legislators to vote for the approval of congestion pricing. This means the city will charge an eight dollar fee to enter Manhattan below 60th Street. Great, right? Who … Continue reading
Posted in Brooklyn, Graves End/Coney Island, Uncategorized
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T is for Tea, at the Salon
If you’re looking to get a basic cup tea or something far more exotic, then look no further to T Salon, located in the Chelsea Market. There is perhaps no tea that can’t be found within this establishment as, once … Continue reading
Posted in Meatpacking District
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Gridlock
The drone of car horns can be heard rattling any resident’s ears. The complaints may be even louder by driver’s who are sitting and staring at the same view of blinking red brake lights. Bay Ridge is the lead into … Continue reading
Golf, Everyone?
(Pictured, left sandtrap, right clubhouse) Scheduled to open this July, the exterior of the Dyker Beach Park Junior Golf Course has been completed. Located on 14th Ave, and Poly Place, when it opens, all kids aged 6-17, can bring a … Continue reading
Posted in Dyker Heights
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Communitea for the Community
On the corner of 47th Street, and Vernon Boulevard in Long Island City, stands a cafe known as Communitea. This low-key, contemporary space, filled with tranquil ambiance has become a home to many locals, and nearby small business owners. However, … Continue reading
Hooligans in Jackson Heights
by Simon Caller (flickr.com) One of the reasons I find Jackson Heights fascinating is because of its diversity. However, what really draws me to look into this area is soccer. For me soccer is not a sport, it’s a passion … Continue reading
Posted in Jackson Heights, Queens
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Distorting The Neighborhood
The posting of posters in Chelsea is prolific and unattractive. Posters can be found on the temporary walls around every construction site in the neighborhood, even though there are signs that read, “Post No Bills.” The content on some of … Continue reading
Posted in Chelsea, Manhattan, Uncategorized
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A Stroll in the Park
Even though the temperature today wasn’t especially warm, Staten Islanders still flocked to Gateway Park to enjoy the sunny skies and refreshing breeze. Local citizens found themselves enjoying the outdoors today in unity, although their choice of activity varied. Some jogged … Continue reading
Posted in New Dorp, Staten Island
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Glenwood Senior Center
One might feel a bit depressed after leaving a loved one at a senior center. However, one can rest assure that their loved ones are in safe hands at Glenwood Senior Center. This institution is a focal point bringing older … Continue reading
Graffiti City
Graffiti has been a part of New York City culture since the 1960’s. On nearly every block of every neighborhood a name or design, born of spray paint, melds with a city surface. Even the sound of the word, … Continue reading
Posted in Brooklyn, Graves End/Coney Island
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Saint Patty’s Day
Irish eyes are smiling. Adults and children of all ages join the festivities. Saint Patrick’s Day is celebrated in Bay Ridge on Sunday, March 30th. The parade, which usually falls the Sunday after the actual Saint Patrick’s Day, was moved … Continue reading
Do Not Feed The Animals!
Easter, is almost here again. This is the time of year everyone remembers rabbits, buying and giving them as Easter presents. Not only are most of these rabbits discarded once the novelty wears out but many suffer at the hands … Continue reading
Posted in Dyker Heights
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Bus Stop Shelters Being Constructed
There will be no more harsh waiting on a windy and rainy night. Starting last year, the City’s Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) constructed elaborate, glass bus stop shelters in Flushing, New York. They were originally completed on the major roads … Continue reading
Wifi Comes to Laundromat
Because I’m cheap I’ll walk an extra two blocks to the laundromat further from my house if I have a lot of laundry and need to use the big washers. Fortunately this doesn’t happen often. However, on Saturday I found … Continue reading
Posted in Brooklyn, Clinton Hill
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Hess Gas Station Finally Reopens
For over six months, New Dorp residents have had to deal with the inconvenience of driving a couple of miles out of their way just to fill up their gas tanks. The Hess station that is located on New Dorp … Continue reading
Posted in New Dorp, Staten Island
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Dirty meets clean at the Laundromat
It was a beautiful Saturday morning March 8 when Marie Johnson went to Bubblet Wash laundromat at Rockaway Parkway Avenue, Carnarsie. Johnson was eager to wash her loads of whites but to her surprise she was welcomed by a homeless … Continue reading
Where is the Neighborhood Going?
Strolling down 22nd Street pushing a stroller with my charge, I strike up a conversation with an accompanying mom of two. The subject is the number of stores closing in the community. “Are you aware that the hardware store on … Continue reading