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IN addition to all the other great things about living in LIC, include the ability to actually see the stars, planets, and moon. Unlike Manhattan, there is considerably less ambient light in our immediate vicinity, which allows incandescent bodies … [Continue reading] about SUPER MOON AND STARS AND PLANETS IN LIC
Big changes have come to LIC. First, the long-vacant red-brick building on 48th Avenue between 5th Street and Vernon Boulevard lost it's scaffolding and revealed it's new facade. In addition to modern windows and a sandblasted exterior, … [Continue reading] about REVEALING THE NEW FACE OF LONG ISLAND CITY
“Constantly choosing the lesser of two evils is still choosing evil.” Jerry Garcia on why he doesn't (didn't) vote THE NYC Marathon has come and gone and now it's dark out when we leave work. That means it's time for middle school basketball! … [Continue reading] about MIDDLE SCHOOL BASKETBALL IN LIC & ELECTION 2016
CITY officials unveiled potential streetcar routes for the proposed BQX connector in a presentation yesterday. Long Island City options include 21st Street into Jackson Avenue, 11th Street, or Vernon Boulevard. All the plusses and minuses are laid … [Continue reading] about CITY ANNOUNCES BQX STREETCAR ROUTES IN LIC, NEW BRIDGE?
IT doesn't happen often, but there is a new listing for a townhouse in the landmarked section of 45th Avenue between 21st and 23rd Streets. It's got 2,800 square feet over 5 stories, and has a backyard. It's currently split into a pair of 2-bedroom … [Continue reading] about RARE TOWNHOUSE UP FOR SALE ON ICONIC 45TH AVENUE IN LIC