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TWO weeks ago The New York Times ran a real estate story entitled "The Tax Man Cometh for Some Condos" highlighting an issue we've been worrying about for some time in LIC. In fact it's been 18 months since we warned condo owners that the tax … [Continue reading] about Bah Humbug, Mr. Scrooge Taketh Equity Too
Christmas has come early to Long Island City, as Trader Joe's will be opening a new location at 22-43 Jackson Avenue towards the end of next year according to the LIC Post. It will be housed in approximately 17k square feet on the ground floor of a … [Continue reading] about Trader Joe’s Is Coming to Town
“To destroy is easier than to create, and that is why so many people are ready to demonstrate against what they reject. But what would they say if one asked them what they wanted instead?” Ivan Klima - Love and Garbage A little over a year ago I … [Continue reading] about Where’s The Plan Jimmy V & Mikey G?*
Plaxall has decided to join the other waterfront land holders in order to create a Master Plan for the 28 contiguous acres of Hunters Point North that it encompasses. LICtalk has been advocating for a Master Plan for this large plot since before … [Continue reading] about Plaxall Joins Waterfront Development Group – All Systems Go For Rec Center?
Dorian's Diner at 10-01 50th Avenue has closed. Located at the heavily trafficked intersection of Vernon Boulevard and 50th Avenue by the Manhattan-bound entrance of the 7-train, the restaurant was dark this evening. According to a note on the … [Continue reading] about Dorian’s Diner on Vernon Boulevard Has Closed