Category Archives: Location

Where Did All The Small Shops Go?

Posted on February 26, 2009 by bxnick621

Take a walk down Westchester Ave. and a person will come across two things.  One is a mass of small businesses; all ranging from restaurants, pizza shops, Chinese restaurants to gift shops, dry cleaners, and small markets known to us … Continue reading →

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Rent Signs More Common Than Street Signs

Posted on February 26, 2009 by margaretsoria

Astoria is a popular neighborhood located in the northwest corner of Queens, and one stop from Manhattan. While many new residents make a trip to Manhattan to shop, local residents shop at the normally busy retail corridor of Steinway Street. … Continue reading →

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Mecca of Mill Basin

Posted on February 25, 2009 by Lillian Rizzo

On a Saturday afternoon, people are passing through stores on Avenue N, the Mecca of Mill Basin. Avenue N may be seven or eight blocks away from the multi-million dollar homes, but it is what breathes life into the quiet Brooklyn community. … Continue reading →

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Despite Tough Times, Cafe Keeps on Jammin’

Posted on February 23, 2009 by alison drew

The tropical lime and yellow trimmed windows of Bristen’s Eatery stand out amongst the traffic, coming off of Eastern Parkway in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn. Once inside, reggae artists such as Bob Marley fill the tiny cafe with a relaxed, inviting … Continue reading →

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Behind the Glory of Chinatown Are Failing Businesses

Posted on February 23, 2009 by tiffanyk

As you take a walk through Chinatown you hear the endless chatter of people talking in Chinese. You see residents rush past tourists who are walking too slow for their liking. You smell the roast duck and pork hanging in … Continue reading →

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A Fresh-Food Market, Art Gallery, and More–In Your Backyard!

Posted on February 20, 2009 by flash

Union Square markets light lower Manhattan with fresh foods, undiscovered artists, and a park Continue reading →

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Ridgewood says goodbye to St. Aloysius

Posted on February 20, 2009 by emaldonado

A few days ago, I was on my way to work, when I noticed, a small piece of paper taped to the front entrance of the Catholic school, St. Aloysius, saying, “We’re Still Here.” It wasn’t until this morning that … Continue reading →

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A Season for Change in Jamaica, Queens

Posted on February 18, 2009 by anyanwu35

In spite of hundreds of people losing their jobs and homes in Jamaica, Queens, there is still a strong sense of calm and hope in the community ­­­­­­­­­- especially amongst the young men. I have witnessed a positive change in … Continue reading →

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Bushwick: The Possible Rebirth

Posted on February 18, 2009 by danithaj

(This is graffiti/art work I found outside of Bushwick High School.) As I walked the streets of Bushwick I could hear my grandmother’s voice saying, “How do you never seem to know where you are?” She has said this to … Continue reading →

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Lingering Questions

Posted on February 17, 2009 by alison drew

Despite an abundance of information floating around the web about the two plane crashes this past month- one in to the Hudson river, one in to a house in Buffalo- additional questions remain. The stories are parallel in many ways- … Continue reading →

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The Financial District: Priority to Pedestrians

Posted on February 17, 2009 by dberman

(Note: Before reading, please watch the link below, as it represents most vividly the way I feel about New York, compliments of Woody Allen) [kml_flashembed movie=”http://www.youtube.com/v/0o6QKpNK9Cc ” width=”425″ height=”350″ wmode=”transparent” /] Also, be sure to check out my walking tour … Continue reading →

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Sneaker Store Runs Away

Posted on February 17, 2009 by mowens

When waiting for large pepperoni pizza in the local pizzeria, I took notice of the neighborhood UPS delivery man as he walked into the shop. “Hey!” he said to the cashier, “Another store bites the dust! Let me get 2 … Continue reading →

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East of Queens and far South of a City Pace

Posted on February 16, 2009 by rhonorv

Aside from those who have lived here or visited, most people think of Long Island as the little cluster of identical suburbs east of Queens, culminating in Montauk and the Hamptons. One would be a bit hard pressed to find … Continue reading →

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A New View Of The L.E.S.

Posted on February 16, 2009 by wbattaglia

Walking along Houston Street on a chilly February night around 7:30 p.m. , I came across one of the Lower East Side’s landmarks, Katz’s Deli. Since 1888, this delicatessen has served thousands of New Yorkers from all over. Not even … Continue reading →

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Nursing in a weak economy

Posted on December 15, 2008 by MegToohey

“This has been four of the hardest years of my life. It’s reassuring the sacrifices were worth it knowing I’ll be able to find a job in May,” said senior Plattsburgh State nursing major, Marie Massaiero. With unemployment at its … Continue reading →

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Keep the Bus Running, Seniors Demand

Posted on December 15, 2008 by Paul

The Metropolitan Transit Authority proposed to remove the B37 bus route along the Third Avenue path in Sunset Park, angering senior citizens living within the community as the recession continues to force everyone to cut spending.   Along the Third … Continue reading →

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Recession not affecting Astoria’s spirit

Posted on December 15, 2008 by VHaller

By Timothy Petropoulos            The holidays are a time for joy and cheer, peace and giving, but in these rough financial times, these virtues can be hard to find. The people of Astoria are not letting the … Continue reading →

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Christian Gives Private Tutoring Business to the Church

Posted on December 14, 2008 by tiffanychiu

            In our current rough economy, who would swap a weekly pay check of $2,000 for a $600 one? Perhaps a dedicated Christian; like the person who just handed over his private tutoring company to his church.               John … Continue reading →

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Tough Times for Queens Library

Posted on December 14, 2008 by Arvind Dilawar

Jackson Heights and Corona residents of all ages enjoyed soul food while a blues band performed in the program hall of the Langston Hughes Community Library and Cultural Center during the institution’s annual Kwanzaa celebration on Dec. 13. Though the … Continue reading →

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Daycare Troubles

Posted on December 14, 2008 by mjclarke

It is no secret that the recent economic problems have affected more than just working adults. Their families have also needed to make sacrifices.  Some parents are unable to send their young children to daycare because they cannot afford it.  … Continue reading →

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