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WE are deep in the summer doldrums, which is a perfect time to resurrect a long neglected issue here in LIC: The empty lot that is 49-18 Vernon Boulevard. Except this time we're going to present a challenge. For those unfamiliar, this lot is on … [Continue reading] about Alleviate Us Julie Won From The Bane of Hunters Point
TONY Bennett died last week at the age of 96 at his home in Manhattan. Though he was raised in Astoria, he was born at St. John's Hospital in Long Island City. Leading the newsroom here at LICtalk to wonder 'Where is St. John's Hospital?" … [Continue reading] about I Left My Heart In Long Island City
SORRY for the delay in posting, but The Editor had to make his annual week-long jaunt to Sun Valley to attend an 'event' with his peers. Fortunately, little has transpired in LIC in the wake of the post-July 4 lull. And yet, and yet. … [Continue reading] about From Sun Valley To You LIC
"NO Parking Tuesday" arrives tomorrow. Not Taco Tuesday, not Two-for-Tuesday, when the pink signs everywhere in Hunters Point say "No Parking Tuesday" then it must be July 4, 2023!!! … [Continue reading] about July 4th 2023: Primer For New Timer’s
WE lead today with the scoop that a new tavern is opening in the space previously occupied by BLVD Wine Bar at 47-20 Center Boulevard next to Shi Restaurant. We reported back in December ((and they confirmed)) that the wine bar was simply under … [Continue reading] about BLVD Burgers, SoFun Noodle Bar, Focal Point Beer & More