As discussed on MARINEPARKER last week, the recent rise in crime has had many local citizens alarmed, and rightfully so. However, these crimes are not just central to Marine Park, as Mill Basin has been targeted as well. Last month, MPCA President Greg Barruso told the 63rd Precinct: There was an armed robbery on Avenue S [...]
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Following up on our prior article of this topic, GerritsenBeach.net has interviewed the owner of McGuinness’ Irish Gift Shop, John McGuinness, who explains that the store is closing for a few reasons, including the economy, parking issues, and that now is just the time to go. The store will definitely be missed… As this will be [...]
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Brownstoner Features the Lott House
Brownstoner has requested readers to submit their favorite buildings and MarineParker is excited to announce that the Lott House is the first one featured. In stark contrast from the buildings and neighborhoods that Brownstoner typically covers, we are very excited that the Lott House (as well as the Wyckoff-Bennett House on East 22nd Street) has [...]
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A small schoolbus was one of four vehicles involved in an accident this morning on Gerritsen Avenue and Avenue S at approximately 8 AM. GerritsenBeach.net reports that nine people were injured, with three sustaining serious injuries. Anyone have any updates?
Comments Off on Nov 18th 2009
After serving the Marine Park community for several years, McGuinness’ Irish Gift Shop is closing its doors. Part and parcel of going out of business, all merchandise (not including food) is 30% off. Always sad to see a long-standing neighborhood-serving business close, MarineParker wishes its owner(s) the best of luck in all future endeavors. McGuinness’ Irish Gift Shop 3609 [...]
5 Comments on Oct 27th 2009