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This is where we
post features on people, issues and places in PLG. If you would
like to contribute something, don't be shy. Email
me.
Where are they
going?
If you live on Ocean Avenue
you may have seen extremely long lines of Lubavitcher
Hassidic Jews walking south, often with a police escort. We
have always wondered where they are going. The answer? To visit
synagogues throughout the borough. Hear
for yourself (mp3).
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PLG
Shows Up! 50+ Attend
Ice Rink Meeting
Highlights:
- Underground parking is NOT being considered
- An architect will be selected in September
- Construction is at least 3 years off
- $22.5 million has already been raised
- Total price could exceed $35 million
- The vision is for 2 rinks and a "Lakeside Center"
- Total ice size of 2 rinks similar to current rink total
- There will be no bleachers or places for spectators
Tupper Thomas MP3 audio highlights:
The
context
The
vision
The
building and community involvement
Q&A
part one - the nitty gritty
PLG
expresses its love of the Universoul Circus
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News
12's Kate Pezzimenti Visits PLG
Smile Phat Albert, You're on TV!
Brooklyn News 12 came to our
neighborhood this morning to cover this web site's call for
immediate repairs to the Parkside Avenue Q stop and for Phat Albert's owner to fix up his store's exterior.
Local leaders like Councilwoman Yvette D. Clarke,
Amy Hamilton of PLGNA and Mark Dicus of PLUS were interviewed
about the fight for youth empowerment, tenant rights and better
services. News 12 may also be here to cover the meeting on 4/20
described below. All in all a great day for PLG. |
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