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Or is it 'shoppe?' Either way, an ice cream themed venue is coming to the space previously occupied by Delta Force Army & Navy according to one of the workers onsite today. Just this week construction began and the windows were … [Continue reading] about NEW ICE CREAM SHOP TO OPEN ON VERNON BOULEVARD
"Fact: In New York City, if you want tips for the best bars, restaurants, and venues, or insider scoop on just about anything, it's best to ask a local. And the same goes for how we take our news. In addition to the New York Times and other local … [Continue reading] about YES, LIC, YOU HAVE A WINNER
A 31-story Marriott hotel containing a Starbucks opened today in Queens Plaza across the street from Dutch Kills Green. Ok, ok, it's actually a Courtyard by Marriott, but according to NY Yimby it is the largest hotel building in Queens and one of … [Continue reading] about A MARRIOTT HOTEL WITH A STARBUCKS OPENS IN LONG ISLAND CITY
Last week came the announcement of a new school to be located along the waterfront on parcel C in Hunters Point South (TF Cornerstone Development). Two months prior to that came the announcement of a new school to be built along the waterfront on … [Continue reading] about THE HUNTERS POINT REC CENTER, IT’S TIME HAS COME
The park on 48th Avenue containing basketball and handball courts closed this week for a major renovation, which should take most of the summer. Located between Vernon Boulevard and 5th Street, the new design is under wraps, but we know it will … [Continue reading] about 48TH AVENUE PARK/BASKETBALL COURTS CLOSE FOR RENOVATION