Missing On Franklin Street: Wes

July 19, 2012 ·
Filed under: 11222, Greenpoint, Greenpoint Brooklyn, Greenpoint Magic 

If you have seen Wes (who is a very handsome fellow, as you can see) or know of his whereabouts, please contact his people at the above-listed telephone number. He is clearly loved— and missed. Thanks!

New York Shitty Videos Du Jour: Live From Graham Avenue & Driggs Avenue

July 19, 2012 ·
Filed under: 11222, Greenpoint, Greenpoint Brooklyn, Greenpoint Magic 

After receiving a tip about— and later receiving a downright scary personal account from— the lady cyclist who was hit by a car at this intersection earlier this week, today I decided to see for myself exactly how the stop sign in question is obeyed. Or not— as you’ll see.

New York Shitty analysis:

  • Props go to the livery cab driver who pulled over to let the ambulance pass.
  • Otherwise, simply slowing down and peering around the corner does not a “stop” make.
  • Methinks some traffic enforcement is in order.

As luck would have it the Commanding Officer of the 94th Precinct— Deputy Inspector Hurson himself— spied me walking down Woodpoint Road shortly after I shot the above footage. He pulled over and we talked. I told him about what I saw at this intersection, noting the recent accident (of which he was familiar). Hopefully we’ll see some action here moving forward…

UPDATE, 9:34 p.m.: I informed the lady recovering from this accident, who we’ll call “C”, of my findings. Here’s what she had to say.

…thank you for putting my story w. the photo on new york shitty. a friend said she saw that i commented… i told her she was nuts… but then we figured it out!! i spoke to (Good Samaritan — Ed. Note), one of the guys that helped me. he was actually driving behind the guy that hit (me) and said he didn’t stop. he actually sped up!! (Good Samaritan) has photos and took notes!!…

To be continued…?

 

The Word On The Street, Part II: Thames Street Ennui

Taken July 19, 2012.

East Williamsburg Photo Du Jour: Urban Flora

July 19, 2012 ·
Filed under: 11206, East Williamsburg, East Williamsburg Brooklyn 

From Meadow Street.

From The New York Shitty Photo Pool: Hail Yeah

July 19, 2012 ·
Filed under: 10003, East Village, East Village Manhattan, New York City 

The Great and Fearsome NYC Storm of Mid-July 2012: Hail yeah!

This image capturing yesterday’s rather fearsome storm— replete with blueberry-sized hail*— comes courtesy of Scoboco.

*The next time Mother Nature decides a tantrum is in order can she simply pelt us with blueberries instead?

The Word On The Street, Part I: Here Today, Gone Tomorrow

July 19, 2012 ·
Filed under: 11211, The Word On The Street, Williamsburg, Williamsburg Brooklyn 

From the Bedford Avenue Mall.

New York Shitty Day Starter: Aiko

July 19, 2012 ·
Filed under: 10003, East Village, East Village Manhattan, Street Art 

aiko

Taken by Luna Park.

New York Shitty Day Ender: Tonight

From Berry Street.

The Word On The Street, Part II: I (Sickle) NY

July 18, 2012 ·
Filed under: 11211, The Word On The Street, Williamsburg, Williamsburg Brooklyn 

From North 6 Street.

Spotted On Bedford Avenue: Bus With Benefits

July 18, 2012 ·
Filed under: 11211, Williamsburg, Williamsburg Brooklyn 

Those of you who are in search of a tenement on wheels affordable housing might find this item of interest. Not only will $3,999 purchase you a school bus-cum-recreational vehicle (with food truck potential) but “Bessie (as she is lovingly called) has recently passed safety inspection, sports three beds; curtains for privacy; a fridge and “positive vibes” to boot. “Two fishing rods and gear” have been thrown in to sweeten the deal. Just think of the money you’ll save on rent, north Brooklynites!

WARNING/CAVEAT: While easy on the wallet the toll on one’s dignity, however, may be another matter altogether. To each their own, I suppose. Just PLEASE don’t release your sewage on my block.

We have enough problems here.

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