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Just the other day, I decided it was too nice a day not to go out for a stroll. Not having a whole lot of time to amble about, it was decided to “keep it local” and stay in Astoria. A few errands ended up being part of the excursion, and on the way home…
On September 30th, 1916, the Hells Gate Bridge opened to rail traffic over a treacherous section of the East River. Nearly a hundred years later, the thing presents Queens with a big question. Just the facts: Construction began in March of 1912, and was completed in 1916. The design of the thing is credited to Henry…
To begin with, the only people who would commonly refer to this enormous example of early 20th century industrial architecture as “Ford” are Kevin Walsh and myself (and possibly Montrose). Modernity knows it simply as “The Center Building” and it’s found at 33-00 Northern Boulevard at the corner of Honeywell Street (Honeywell is actually a…
On Friday, the 11th of July, I found myself at the very edge of Queens in a very special place. At the end of Vernon Boulevard in LIC, where the old Vernon Avenue Bridge and the Newtown Creek Towing Company were found, is a facility which is engaged in the hands-on work of the Superfund process….
Big Six would be even more affordable if the Board of Directors could control spending: The Cost of Labor at Big Six Congratulations Mr. Woods for keeping labor costs down for Big Six residents. Maintenance: 2012 *$1,418,677 2015 *$1,490,685 This represents an increase of 5% over 3 years Okay Mr. Olech you could help residents by keeping the cost of labor lower. Power Plant: 2012 *$462,593 2015 * $504,916 This represents a 9% increase over 3 years not in line with inflation or wages in the U.S. Shame on you Mr. Newman the labor cost for this department is way out of line! Security guards: 2012 *$465,827 2015 *$687,179 This represents a 47.5% increase in labor costs If all eleven were given an equal share they would be making $63,000 each. The lion’s share of overtime pay goes to one person who deserves it least. Our Board Must Act on our behalf!!!!!! *All numbers are from Big Six Towers Financial statements Casey Smith
The Big SixYou wanna know plenty of ghost stories about the surroundings of the neighborhood you just described, then, I am the person you should speak to...
An Astoria Ghost Storygreat post!
Big Allis, Also Known as the Ravenswood Generating StationAgreed, definitely a makers mark.
Makers Mark?