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Sometimes we have to take a break from the easy confines of the, well let's face it, occasionally banal local news, and look to a citywide or even national story to focus on what is of utmost importance to many residents in Long Island City: Real … [Continue reading] about ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS A NEW CONDO
From the time I was five years old I wanted a dog. Rebuffed by my parents straight through high school, by the time I got to NYC I always had one excuse after another for not getting one, but at the heart of it I was just too lazy and knew it. … [Continue reading] about DOGS …AND BEER!
You know what the best part of not working for the New York Times is? The ability to cut and paste ad nauseam. So for this update I am going to take full advantage of this opportunity, as I have received numerous updates on all the happenings going … [Continue reading] about MORE LOCAL HOLIDAY DOINGS AND OTHER LEISURELY PURSUITS
Sorry readers, but there are no beer hall putsch's, brewery openings, bbq contests, pig roasts, offal tastings, or other childrens activities planned for this weekend in LIC. The 7-train is working though, so maybe it is a good opportunity to head … [Continue reading] about ANNUAL HUNTERS POINT HOLIDAY LIGHTING CEREMONY
In light of the paucity of news coming out on LIC, it is time to make our own news with an advocacy push. Currently, Long Island City has numerous playgrounds serving its youngsters: Rainbow, Murray, "Train", and probably Shady again by early 2013. … [Continue reading] about THOUGHTS ON THE NEW GANTRY PARK PLAYGROUND