Neighborhood blogger Katia Kelly says there's plenty to explore in Carroll Gardens, but don't say you "discovered" it

… neighbors and to be respectful of the Italians who still live here who rightfully take pride in their heritage and in … Whats the most coveted location within the neighborhood to live … Personally I find that the Place Blocks First Place … deep front gardens and large stoops … Is there a dream building in the neighborhood  … My favorite building in the …

By Virginia K. Smith |December 15, 2016 - 9:59AM
Ridgewood is in the midst of a boom, but it's most definitely not "the next Bushwick"

… What about in terms of diningentertainment … Many of these buildings are owned by Ridgewood natives and their homes … down for generations They take really good care of their buildings There are many rentstabilized sixunit buildings … Whats the most coveted location within the neighborhood to live … For me it would be near the church St Matthias The …

By Virginia K. Smith |May 25, 2016 - 1:30PM
Long Island City is a haven for families and "BYOF" bars

… bought a place about 18 months ago  which means  Im here for the long run We caught up with the writer behind the … City The obvious reason is that we are one stop from midtown and time is money and more time with ones kids is an … youre ready to turn them loose Unlike Manhattan or even Brooklyn both the streets and sidewalks are uncrowded and …

By Virginia K. Smith |January 28, 2016 - 11:59AM
Hey Ridge: Bay Ridge is only out of the way if you don't live here

… tax giveaway he sponsored to just fix developers of luxury housing in Manhattan says Brian Hedden who writes for the … anyway  … Any real estaterelated controversy brewing or currently happening in the neighborhood … Brian …  There have … eateries but beware of freefloating sand The 24 best NYC neighborhood blogs 2015 edition Bushwick Daily Locals …

By Virginia K. Smith |June 30, 2015 - 11:59AM
Come to the Rockaways for affordable apartments and hyper-local eateries, but beware of free-floating sand

… smaller coops west of Beach 117 th Street Many of these buildings front the beach and have stunning unobstructed … Rockaway Beach Surf Club As far as entertainment there is live music to be found in the bars on most evenings … Whats the most coveted location within the neighborhood to live … Rockaway is home to a number of diverse somewhat …

By Virginia K. Smith |March 25, 2015 - 8:59AM