Virginia K. Smith

Is Queens the best of all the boroughs? Maybe! (Thrillist)

Some brave soul in Red Hook has pioneered the rooftop trailer residence (Gothamist)

Six scary things nobody tells you about moving in with your S.O. (Clickhole)

Q: How do I know what I am being charged for in my Con Ed bill? Throughout the past winter, we kept the heat at 68 degrees (most of the time), but our heating bill skyrocketed. The heat does not automatically turn on; it is manual. Also, how do I know that we are not paying for our hot water to be heated, which is supposed to be included?

If you suspect your landlord is gouging you on utilities, you should put in a call to Con Edison, say our experts, but proceed with caution.

Brooklyn Heights may or may not be turning into L.A. (Brooklyn Heights Blog)

Don't feel like shelling out for an A/C unit this summer? Here's how to build your own (Business Insider)

No, you're probably not allowed to turn your fire escape into a full-on deck (NYT)

We're off for the holiday, but for those of you who need a break from the sun (or enforced family bonding?), we've rounded up some of our favorite New York centric book—and music—recommendations:

Is your neighborhood an illegal fireworks hot spot? (DNAinfo)

Moving this summer? 6 apps that'll make your life easier (Bushwick Daily)