August 19, By Jackie Strawbridge
The north west corner of Center Boulevard—which hugs Gantry Plaza State Park—is one of two sites being considered for the new ferry dock that will serve as the Long Island City stop for the incoming Astoria-to-Wall Street ferry line,…
August 18, By Jackie Strawbridge
An image of Long Island City’s future has come into clearer focus, with detailed images posted online of the massive tower planned to soar over Queens Plaza.
This proposed luxury residence would be located at 29-37 41st Ave.,…
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ugust 17, By Christian Murray
Elksa, the Hunters Point clothing and home décor store that was formerly known as LIC:living, will be closing at the end of September, according to a e-mail blast written by its proprietors.…
August 17, By Christian Murray
Citi Bike is throwing a party at Hunters Point South at the end of this month to celebrate its long-awaiting Queens arrival.
The event, held in conjunction with the Hunters Point Parks Conservancy and Councilman Jimmy Van Bramer’s office,…
August 17, By Michael Florio
Many Queens subway riders can expect slower rush hour commutes over next three weeks.
The E, F, M and R subway lines will run less frequently during the morning and evening hours—in order for the MTA to rebuild sections of the express tracks along the Queens Boulevard routes.…
August 14, By Jackie Strawbridge
The City is examining the dock site just across Anable Basin from Gantry Plaza State Park, for the Long Island City stop on the incoming Astoria-to-Wall Street ferry line.
This ferry line will be one of five slated to open between 2017 and 2018 as part of a City-wide plan announced earlier this year.…
August 14, By Michael Florio
Macy’s will make Long Island City the home of its photo studio and set space.
The department store recently signed a lease to take over 150,000 square feet in the Factory Building, the 10-story building located at 30-30 47th Ave,…
August 13, By Christian Murray
Six Citi Bike stations have been installed in Long Island City in the past two days.
Seven of the 12 stations are now ready for use, according to spokeswoman for Citi Bike, with the remaining five expected to be installed by the end of the month.…
August 13, By Jackie Strawbridge
Craft beer fans can explore Long Island City’s local brews during a 10-day, self-led brewery crawl starting tomorrow.
Big Alice Brewing, LIC Beer Project, Rockaway Brewing Company and Transmitter Brewing will host the brewery crawl from Aug.…
August 12, By Jackie Strawbridge
Long Island City’s newest dog run is slated to open on Aug. 27, according to the State Parks Department.
A debut event for the dog run is scheduled for 10 a.m. on Aug. 27.…