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Friday, May 11, 2012
Readers' Choice Winner: Ocean Beach Park
The beach and boardwalk win in a landslide for the best staycation spot in Long Beach.
Where's the best staycation spot in Long Beach? Not surprisingly, you, the readers, chose Ocean Beach Park. The beach and boardwalk won in a landslide, collecting 93 percent of the vote and topping places like the playgrounds and Ice Arena in this week's Reader's Choice poll. Ocean Beach Park is the official name for the sand and ocean in Long Beach that stretches for about five miles, from Nevada Avenue to Maple Boulevard, and includes a 2.2-mile stretch of boardwalk. Next week's Reader's Choice topic will be the best places for catered food in Long Beach. We'll start taking nominations today. Do you have a favorite spot in the city? Start telling us in the comments section below! …
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Tuesday, May 8, 2012
Durso: Redistricting Process Should Be Fair
A letter to the editor from the President of the Long Island Federation of Labor.
The following is from John R. Durso, President of the Long Island Federation of Labor: It is the bedrock of American democracy that every citizen's vote carries equal importance. Whether or not one's vote truly finds expression in the final count is largely impacted by redistricting, a process we go through every 10 years. While the subject typically fails to garner much public attention, insiders know there's a lot at stake. The way that voters are segregated into districts has an enormous influence on who our representatives are, and can ultimately shape public policies for the next decade. Historically, the task of redrawing district lines has been left to the hands of the very politicians whose political futures will be impacted. Too …
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Sean Hassett
8:35 pm on Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Until we have a preferential voting system that can properly handle more than two candidates, we'll continue to have scoundrels from both Ds and Rs playing with district lines and keeping themselves in office to spend most of their time putting down the other instead of cooperating to get things done. Since these two parties also control how the votes are counted, I cannot ever see that changing… more ›
Monday, May 7, 2012
Readers’ Choice: Best Staycation Spot in Long Beach
Not going away this summer? We want your pick for top local staycation destination.
With summer fast approaching and children out of school, many load up the SUV and hit the road for a much-needed vacation. Memorial Day weekend kicks off the summer season. But with sky-high gas prices as a strong deterrent, you might choose not to travel at all this year. There’s also three months of your child’s downtime to account for. How to fill the rest of those dog days? Staycation, of course. Patch wants to know where do you go to entertain your family and play locally? Is it a favorite park, bike path, museum, movie theater or kid-friendly lunch spot? Time to weigh in. Long Beach Patch is looking to unearth the most family-friendly spot in town. Readers’ Choice is a new weekly feature where we ask you – our readers – to tell us …
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Bill
10:00 am on Wednesday, May 9, 2012
I'll call mine the "noon bike tour".....start out in the east end, ride past all the shops and eateries along park ave and maybe stop at Sutton, biddy's or Billy's for a cold one before heading to the best block in town, west bay drive from laurelton to washington, past lindell school to w beech street. There, i'll decide which establishment to quench the thirst once again whether it be shines, … more ›
Thursday, April 26, 2012
Letter to the Editor: National Crime Victims' Rights Week
Point Lookout resident Donna Pisacano Brown remembers those lost during National Crime Victims' Rights Week.
Dear Editor: As I write this, I write with my heart in honor of National Crime Victims' Rights Week. A heart that knows first hand, what it feels like to have a loved one killed, as well as injured, as a result of a DWI related crash. A heart, that through a local Long Island organization, has connected with the hearts of all too many others who share the same anguish in knowing first hand, the reality of living with such a horrific and senseless loss. Loss that continues to plague our society with ongoing destruction. Destruction, which is PREVENTABLE and the reason that I, among all so many, continue to stand up and speak out loud on this issue. How on April 22, 2012, in honor of National Crime Victims' Rights Week, a small group of …
Lloyd
12:19 pm on Sunday, April 29, 2012
Does a rape or sexually abusef victim have a right to see the accused's medical report? According to HPPA Laws, reporting that rapist tested HIV+ or suffers from AIDS, violates his rights of privacy, even for those he raped. And Im not even sure an accused or convicted rapist or sexual abuser can be forced to take a STD blood test, since his privacy rights supercede those of his victims. Has that… more ›
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Readers' Choice: Best Florist [POLL]
Which is your go-to flower shop?
Local flower shops ioffer personalized service and years of experience providing bouquets for all occasions. Let us know which one is your favorite in this week's Readers' Choice contest. Readers' Choice winners are all up to you, so it's important not only to vote below, but also be sure to share this contest with your friends on Facebook and Twitter! Voting closes Friday at 9 a.m. We've added a list of contestants here, so you can also click through to our Directory Listings and leave a comment/review. In the event of a tie, the business with the most reviews will have the edge.
Fran
5:41 pm on Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Doris the florist is by far the best florist to go to if you are ever in need of flowers ,or gift items .. I had them make a fruit and gourmet basket for me this past week for a sympathy ..they did such an awesome job .. Thanks Doris!! more ›
Monday, April 23, 2012
Reader's Choice: Best Florist
Which is your go-to flower shop?
Local flower shops offer personalized service and years of experience providing bouquets for all occasions. Let us know which one is your favorite for this week's Readers' Choice contest. Each Monday we’ll list our nominees – this week it’s florists – and ask for your recommendation. Did we leave your go-to spot off the list? Go ahead and add it in comments. Wednesday we’ll narrow the field, taking your recommendations to put to a vote. Friday we’ll announce our winner. Our nominees: Santos Floral Designs Doris The Florist Long Beach Florist
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Logansrun
1:00 am on Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Johnny BOY, Please go bore someone else with your existence. more ›
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Reader’s Choice: Best Sporting Goods Store [Poll]
Where do you go to get your bats, footballs or surf boards? Share your vote!
On Monday, Patch sought nominees for the reader's choice on the best place for sporting goods in Long Beach. While we came up with an initial list, thanks to our readers we now have a few more places in the running for the Patch title for the readers' choice. Voting is open until 9 a.m. Friday. Ties will be broken by whichever business has the most positive comments in the section below. We will announce the winner at noon Friday. So be sure to vote for your favorite place to find sporting goods. And don't forget to tell us in the comments below why.
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paul.d.spellman
11:54 am on Wednesday, April 11, 2012
I purchase everything at "All Seasons Sporting Goods" more ›
Monday, April 9, 2012
Which City Laws Are Most Ignored?
Long Beach has an array of ordinances. Which ones are violated most? Are there some you think should be stricken from the books?
The City of Long Beach has ordinances governing everything from garbage pickup to noise to riding bicycles to illegal apartments, to name a few. Garbage receptacles must be kept in certain locations, leaf blowers can't be powered up until after 8 a.m. on weekdays, bicyclists over a certain age are prohibited from sidewalks, parks and other city-owned areas, and dogs are banned from the beach. Residents complain of illegal garages-turned-apartments in a certain part of town. Have you ever complained? Maybe your beef is with people who violate codes for buildings, fire or air pollution. Which city-ordinance violations anger you most? Or maybe what gets your ire up is the existience of certain codes. Are there any you think should be …
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Lloyd
8:57 pm on Monday, April 23, 2012
Hey watch what you say about cats. I own a very loveable indoor cat. I feel badly about all those strays. They need homes and need to be spayed and neutered. We should do the same to our local politicians and housing inspectors.. more ›
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
March Home Sales in Long Beach
A listing of single-family properties sold in the city.
The following is a list of single-family home sales in Long Beach through March. Click on the address links for additional information, including annual taxes and interior features. March 11 41 Pennsylvania Ave. - This raised ranch with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths sold for $375,000. March 12 563 Lafayette Blvd. - This ranch with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath sold for sold for $380,000. March 22 232 E. Fulton St. - This colonial with 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths sold for $360,000.
Ed
8:42 pm on Monday, April 9, 2012
lol...yes, yes...it's Moody's fault ...it's the Dems fault for this mess...all in three months...LOL...you're so lost.......btw...you'll be visited by three ghosts... more ›
Sammie Clemmons
2:59 pm on Sunday, May 13, 2012
Being from the Midwest, when we think beach we envision Florida in the winter and the Lake Erie Islands in the summer. But this looks like a beautiful place to visit during the next girl's weekend in New York. Thanks for sharing the photos--I am going to read up on it now and check out accommodations nearby. SEO marketing more ›