Queens Restaurant Week starts next Monday. About 80 restaurants in Queens are taking part, offering discounted meals through October 15. A three-course menu, for example, will cost $25. The list of 80 are to be found at: www.discoverqueens.info It is interesting to note, that the only local restaurant on the list is Dazies, a great Italian Read More »
The Daily News reported today that there are some crazed individuals that are going around Queens cutting down trees for no apparent reason. While this story does not mention Sunnyside or Woodside specifically, I think it is something that all residents should keep an eye on. 10 cherry trees downed: Vandals at root of growing Read More »
Anyone who knows Sunnyside resident Marc Leavitt is aware of his mild-mannered disposition. As most of us aware, he is running in the primary against incumbent Helen Marshall and others. Leavitt has quite a battle on his hands. This story comes as quite a surprise. DAILY NEWS: A Brawl for a Hall A sidewalk political Read More »
Tony Robles wins Predator Tour at Paradise Billiards on Father’s Day Weekend The heat was on at the Predator 9-Ball Tour’s 9th stop of the season, as 42 of the tour’s players came out to compete for the first time at Paradise Billiards in Sunnyside, Queens. One of the highlight players in this event was Read More »
If you look at each borough as a real-estate brand, it’s easy to point to Manhattan as the center of the universe where the prices are justifiable and Brooklyn as a townhouse mecca combining cooler-than-thou bravado with an easygoing mystique. What, then, is Queens? Borough President Helen Marshall says Queens is unique because a high Read More »
There are two views on Lounge 47 in LIC. The one that was published in the NY Magazine, which praised its “dim lighting, low couches, piped-in jazz, and a large patio out back” that cultivates a laid back feel. And then there’s the view presented by its surrounding neighbors, who describe it as a debauchted Read More »
I met Blacky’s owner yesterday as he was searching the neighborhood looking for his cute, little Shit-Tzu. The poor man was very upset. If anyone knows anything about Blacky’s where abouts, please call his owner at the listed number above. I’ll let you know if he’s found. Here’s hoping.
The following was reported by the New York Post: Cops have made an arrest in the murder of Michelle Lee, the crime lab worker who was found last month in her bedroom with a knife sticking from her throat. Gary McGurk, 23, of 48-56 58th Place in Queens, was charged with Lee’s murder, according to Read More »
Horse racing is not for everyone but it can make for a good day trip. With that in mind, the Belmont Stakes is coming up and the MTA has come to its senses and is offering public transportation to the event. See the following press release: ‘Belmont Special’ Rail Service Restored Starting Thursday, May 28, Long Read More »
A Skillman Ave. coffee shop is up for sale. The store, located between 46th and 47th, has failed to take advantage of its fantastic location– next door to Welcome Home Realty and across the street from Quaint. It is up for sale at $225,000. Pity. A good coffee shop would do well there. http://www.mlslirealtor.com/unidetailsredo.CFM?MLNum=2159884&typeprop=3&start=1&rpp=10
What’s happening with the Number 7 train? Click on this link. http://travel.mtanyct.info/newtp/serviceAdvisories/serviceadvisoryall.aspx
