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Man Wanted for Queens iPhone Robbery Spree
NYPD Surveillance image of a suspect wanted in connection with eight iPhone robberies in Queens. Police are seeking a man wanted in connection with eight iPhone robberies in Queens. The robberies, which occurred in August and September, took place in and around Long Island City and Astoria. In each incident the man approached his victims […]
Search On For Serial iPhone Thief In Astoria, Long Island City
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — The NYPD has launched a search for a thief who has been snatching iPhones on the streets of Astoria, Queens, and in the busy Court Square subway station in Long Island City. Police said the robber has been walking up to the victims from behind and grabbing their iPhones before running […]
Train Derailment Causes LIRR Delays, Cancellations
A non-passenger train has derailed in Long Island City, blocking the Long Island City rail yard where diesel trains are stored. Customers, especially those on the Port Jefferson and Oyster Bay branches, are advised to expect cancellations and delays. They should travel to Penn Station, Woodside or Jamaica for eastbound service. NYC Transit is cross-honoring […]
What’s Behind Latest Dina Lohan, Lindsay Lohan Blowout
By TheImproper, October 10th, 2012 Lindsay Lohan leaving the Dream Hotel earlier this year after partying at the Electric Club. (Photo: INFDaily) Lindsay Lohan and her momager Dina Lohan have had a rocky relationship ever since Lindsay made it big in Hollywood. The same factors led to a blowout fight last night (Oct. 10) that […]
Economists: Pols Must Beware ‘Trigger Effect’
Dana Peterson, an economist at Citi; Lance Christensen, a tax partner at Margolin, Winer Evens, and John Rogers, an attorney at Herrick Feinstein, spoke at the Long Island City Partnership economic breakfast October 2 on the third floor of the Citibank Tower. They looked over the weak economic picture; talked mainly about the need for […]
It’s Time for More Space for Bike Riders and Walkers on the Pulaski Bridge
The Pulaski Bridge, which connects Greenpoint and Long Island City across Newtown Creek, provides a narrow path for pedestrians and cyclists to share, next to six lanes of fast-moving motor vehicle traffic. As volumes have picked up on the path, minor tweaks made years ago may not be sufficient to provide space for interborough walkers […]
Tree That May Date to Revolution Deserves Landmark Status, Advocates Say …
QUEENS — It’s at the root of Woodside’s history. Historians and local community leaders are looking to landmark a giant beech tree in Woodside that may have been planted during the Revolutionary War. The tree — which is taller than the 5-story building it stands next to — grows on what today is 63rd Street, […]
Autumn garden
21st St playground’s community garden
Wednesday, October 10: Filming Locations in California, Massachusetts, New …
Here’s a look at what’s filming on location Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012: If you have any scoop about where a movie or TV show is filming, let us know about it at [email protected] or at Twitter.com/olv! We depend on your tips to keep the site going, all of our info comes from our amazing readers! […]
Buyers Swoon For Andre Kikoski’s Architecture, But Not His Apartment
Andrew Kikoski has earned accolades for his dramatic designs, among them the Guggenheim Museum’s new restaurant and Long Island City’s Z Hotel. Unfortunately, it appears that not even the touch of a rising starchitect could do much for his two-bedroom, 2.5-bath apartment at 860 United Nations Plaza. Ms. Kikoski and wife Kim Donaldson have sold […]
$51 Million Construction Loan from CIBC Funds Lightstone Multifamily
A Long Island City residential project is underway thanks to a $51 million construction loan provided by Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce. The Lightstone Group and its sponsored, non-traded REIT Lightstone Value Plus are constructing the 199-unit multifamily property at 50-01 2nd Street along the East River in Long Island City. Financing from CIBC closed […]
The Greater Astoria Historical Society Hosts On the Waterfront: The Shoreline …
Courtesy Greater Astoria Historical Society Newtown Creek was a notorious nuisance in the 1800s with spectacular fires almost an annual event.The shoreline of the Long Island City and Astoria waterfront was the topic of discussion at the Greater Astoria Historical Society last week. The talk and power-point presentation was given by Bob Singleton, Executive Director […]
Astoria Eateries Serving Up Free Wine and Food for Restaurant Week
ASTORIA — It may be the best time to visit your favorite bars and restaurants along 30th Avenue, which has become one of the most popular destinations for foodies in the borough. Starting this Friday, more than two dozen local eateries will be participating in the first annual 30th Avenue Restaurant Week, offering many specials […]
Pols Rally Against Greek Extremist Party’s Plan to Open Office in New York
ASTORIA — Local elected officials, community leaders and a group of residents gathered last week at an Astoria park to protest reported plans of a right-wing Greek party to open an office in the neighborhood. The Golden Dawn’s plan to branch out into Astoria — home to one of the biggest Greek communities in the […]
Bellator 83 to be held at Caesars Atlantic City
According to an Oct. 8 press release from Bellator FC, Bellator 83 will be held at Caesars Atlantic City on Dec. 7. The Season 7 lightweight tournament championship will be put on the line, and Jessica “Evil” Eye returns to action. After an incredible start to Bellator’s Seventh Season that saw New York’s own Lyman […]
FreshDirect spillover parking
They are using the LIRR yard for extra trucks. Business is booming!
Controversial LIC Strip Club Tries Again to Get Liquor License
LONG ISLAND CITY — Maybe third time’s a charm. A controversial strip club in Long Island City, which has been operating alcohol-free because its liquor license application has been denied twice, is trying again to get a permit to serve booze. Patrick O’Brien, Community Board 2 vice-chair, said he was told by the State Liquor […]
24 Hour ATM-Style Laundry Service Expands on UES
MANHATTAN — Around-the-clock laundry and dry cleaning services — without the hassle of having to wait for a person behind the counter — may be the way of the future on the Upper East Side. DashLocker launched its second “automat”-style spot in the neighborhood letting users in any time of day or night with a […]
Food stamp cuts could leave boro poor hungry
Photo by Christina Santucci Dania Peralta picks up bags of groceries for herself and her three kids at the Bread of Life Food Pantry in Long Island City. The Food Bank of New York City says potential cuts to the nation’s food stamp program could drive more people to pantries and soup kitchens. By Karen […]
Gruesome discovery found in Long Island backyard
Residents of a Long Island New York neighborhood never suspected the gruesome secret buried a mere three feet deep in Heather Kowalczik’s backyard. Long Island City – Police received a call on Wednesday requesting they check the welfare of Kowalczik’s autistic 6 year-old son, Alex. When police responded, they began interviewing Kowalczik about Alex and […]