Confessions of a Neighborhood Blogger

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We love NYC: Bloggers share what they adore about their neighborhoods

By Virginia K. Smith |February 14, 2017 - 1:59PM

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

By Virginia K. Smith |December 15, 2016 - 9:59AM

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The blogger behind "Welcome 2 the Bronx" dishes on the REAL Little Italy, why the borough shouldn't be "colonized," and more

By Virginia K. Smith |November 15, 2016 - 9:59AM

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Ridgewood is in the midst of a boom, but it's most definitely not "the next Bushwick"

… influx of new residents and shopsand its close proximity to everbuzzy Bushwickthe quiet residential Queens enclave of … Whats the most coveted location within the neighborhood to live … For me it would be near the church St Matthias The … are being illegally pushed out of their apartments … How has the neighborhood changed in the past five years Any …

By Virginia K. Smith |May 25, 2016 - 1:30PM

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Long Island City is a haven for families and "BYOF" bars

By Virginia K. Smith |January 28, 2016 - 11:59AM

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Hey Ridge: Bay Ridge is only out of the way if you don't live here

By Virginia K. Smith |June 30, 2015 - 11:59AM

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The Bed-Stuy Blog: Why the neighborhood needs better bagels, but will never be "the next Williamsburg"

… in terms of diningentertainment … Sadly its difficult to buy in BedStuy these days Brownstones are going for $1 … of money I also buy my wine at Olivino on Tuesdays theres a 10 percent discount if you purchase two or more bottles Bed … want you moving to my neighborhood anyway People assume things about BedStuy without ever coming here They dont know …