Bucket List - New Jersey

13/05/2023

Billy Joel's roughly 26-acre, waterfront estate on the North Shore of Long Island is coming on the market for $49 million.

The Grammy winner paid $22.5 million for the first roughly 14 acres of the Oyster Bay, N.Y., estate in 2002, public records show. More recently, he acquired several adjacent parcels of land, restoring much of an original estate that was broken up in the 1950s, according to listing agent Bonnie Williamson of Daniel Gale Sotheby's International Realty.

Known as Middlesea, the property was briefly listed for sale in 2006 asking $37.5 million, but was taken off the market soon after, Ms. Williamson said. She said the Piano Man is looking to sell now because he and his wife, Alexis Roderick, with whom he shares two young children, are spending more time in Florida. A spokesperson for Mr. Joel couldn't be reached for comment.

Located on Centre Island, a small island roughly 40 miles east of Midtown Manhattan, the estate is close to Mr. Joel's hometown of Hicksville, a hamlet also located in the town of Oyster Bay. The centerpiece of the estate is a roughly 20,000-square-foot mansion.
The property also has a floating dock, a beach house with guest rooms, a gate house, two outdoor pools and a helipad, Ms. Williamson said. (Via: )

11/05/2023

The first of New York state’s planned repurposing of hotels for affordable housing has started near JFK, potentially prompting developers to follow the blueprint in other parts of the city. According to an article Commercial real estate website Globest.com the owner of the Hilton in Queens is selling the property to a joint venture that will convert the building into 300 homes. link in bio for more

11/05/2023

Photograph of the Stony Brook train station house, c. 1905. Photograph by Arthur S. Greene.

10/05/2023

MTA: One Person Dead After LIRR Train Hits Car in Speonk. More at http://lipost.co/2023/05/10/mta-one-person-dead-after-lirr-train-hits-car-in-speonk/

10/05/2023

An old sales brochure advertising 'West Banks', the Reginald Barclay estate designed by Guy Lowell between 1910-12 in Sag Harbor. The home remains a private residence.

10/05/2023

Oyster Bay Armed Forces Appreciation Day Celebration on May 19th 🇺🇸

10/05/2023

Northwell Health, Jones Beach Theater and Music Forward to Offer Career Exploration in Music Industry to LI Youth

Local News Northwell Health, Jones Beach Theater and Music Forward to Offer Career Exploration in Music Industry to LI Youth Admin May 9, 2023 4 min read The program offers students interested in a career in live music exclusive access behind the scenes of the iconic Jones Beach Theater through venu...

10/05/2023

Pop’s Seafood Shack & Grill, which was located at 15 Railroad Place in Island Park, announced via Facebook on Sunday, that summer 2022 was its final summer season.

10/05/2023

Pop’s Seafood Shack & Grill, located at 15 Railroad Plaza, Island Park, announced via Facebook on Sunday, May 6 that summer 2022 will be its final summer.

Nassau County News Waterfront Island Park Eatery To Permanently Close | Nassau Daily Voice Admin May 9, 2023 2 min read Pop’s Seafood Shack & Grill, located at 15 Railroad Plaza, Island Park, announced via Facebook on Sunday, May 6 that summer 2022 will be its final summer. “In 2022, Pop’s Sea...

10/05/2023

NY State Police to Increase Patrols on the Southern State Parkway

Local News NY State Police to Increase Patrols on the Southern State Parkway Admin May 9, 2023 1 min read State police will be looking for aggressive drivers, speeders, drunk/drug drivers, and distracted drivers. As summer approaches, New York State Police will increase patrols on Southern State Par...

27/04/2023

Nassau Coliseum’s fate in limbo as Sands plans $4B resort on Nassau Hub site.

Although it certainly looks different now after renovations between 2015 and 2017, the Coliseum still holds many fond memories for many Long Islanders. The arena has hosted countless sporting and entertainment events, including concerts by local legend Billy Joel, ice shows, circuses and the Harlem Globetrotters.

Long Island Sports News Nassau Coliseum’s fate in limbo as Sands plans $4B resort on Nassau Hub site Admin April 27, 2023 2 min read A much-loved Long Island landmark, the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum has been the site of countless sporting and entertainment events throughout its 50-year hist...

27/04/2023

Gosman’s Dock in Montauk Up For Sale

Business & Finance Gosman’s Dock in Montauk Up For Sale Admin April 27, 2023 1 min read The entire portfolio is priced at $45 million. last week, the real deal Report That gosman pier Relisted in Montauk for $45 million. “Montauk’s nine-property portfolio spans nearly 12 acres and 48,000 squar...

26/04/2023

Islanders avoid playoff elimination with Game 5 road win over Hurricanes. In NHL history, 3-1 series deficits have been overcome 31 times and the Isles now trail 3-2. Game 6 is Friday at UBS Arena.

26/04/2023

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman on Wednesday is expected to announce a new lease agreement with Las Vegas Sands that would give the casino-resort company control over the Nassau Coliseum property.

Administration officials with knowledge of the deal said they are expected to announce a “large, lump-sum payment not contingent on securing a state gaming license” along with annual revenues to the county and Town of Hempstead and surrounding communities that will exceed $100 million per year. ()

31/01/2023

's Bakery in Roslyn Heights is offering customers a unique take on the traditional bakery experience. Customers can now enjoy freshly-baked breads, pastries, and cakes in a modern setting with a full bar. Orwasher's has quickly become a favorite in the area. The bakery offers a wide variety of baked goods, as well as specialty items like sourdough bread, pretzel rolls, and house-made jams. Along with their freshly-baked goods, customers can also enjoy a full bar featuring beer, wine, and cocktails. The bakery also offers a variety of events, from cooking classes to wine and beer tastings, to ensure customers have a memorable experience.

31/01/2023

Greenport's historic Village Cinema, built as a movie palace in 1939, on the market for $5.5 million.

The historic Village Cinema multiplex on East Front Street in Greenport, which was built in 1939 and designed by John Eberson, the architect behind the construction of over 500 cinemas, is being offered for sale or long-term lease for $5.5 million. The theater contains a ticket booth, cafe, two upgraded bathrooms and four screens, with three on the first floor and one on the second level that also has a stage. Notable films featured on the screen include Audrey Hepburn's "Roman Holiday" and Frank Sinatra's "From Here To Eternity."

30/01/2023

A newly discovered comet that made its closest approach to the sun, may have last visited the inner solar system during the Stone Age!

30/01/2023

: The New York Islanders have acquired Bo Horvat from the Vancouver Canucks, in exchange for Anthony Beauvillier, Aatu Raty and a conditional first round selection in the 2023 NHL Draft.

27/01/2023

Mayor Eric Adams called for New Yorkers to protest peacefully Friday, hours before the video of five Memphis police officers fatally beating Tyre Nichols is made public.

A gathering at Times Square is scheduled for 7 p.m. titled “Justice for Tyre Nichols.”

The mayor told reporters that the NYPD “is fully prepared to allow New Yorkers to peacefully voice their concern based on the outcome.”

12/01/2023

The play game two of their current five game home stand as the come into .

Last season these two teams met twice, as they do every year. It was the Wild who controlled both games beating the Islanders 5-2 and 4-3. All-time, the Islanders have a 13-14-0-2 record against the Minnesota Wild.

12/01/2023

, the casino and resort company, has submitted a bid to build a privately-funded, multibillion dollar tourism destination on the site of the , after striking a deal to become the new tenants on the county-owned property, reported.

10/01/2023

These are some of the new coming out in 2023 🎥🍿Which one are you most excited for?

10/01/2023

: A century ago, financier and philanthropist Otto Hermann Kahn built in the middle of a 443-acre plot on the highest point on Long Island in Cold Spring Harbor for an estimated cost of $11 million ($158 million in today’s currency). At the time of its construction, the French style chateau was and still is today the second-largest private residence ever built in America.

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Travel to the time of Long Island's Gilded Age with a visit to Oheka Castle, sitting on the highest point of Long Island in the town of Huntington.

This former estate of financier and philanthropist Otto Herman Kahn was built in 1919 and had its share of extravagant soirees in the roaring 20s. The name of the castle comes from the first letters of its former owner. Available on the grounds are tennis courts, an 18-hole golf course, a large greenhouse complex, and a French Formal Garden in the front of the house.

After Kahn's death, the property had multiple owners, and the latest owner did a complete renovation and turned this second largest private residence in America into a luxury hotel. This Historic Hotels of America member boasts 32 guest rooms and suites on the upper floors of the estate. The property also has an events space, conference center, and hosts mansion tours.

04/01/2023

win 6-2 against last night. puts up three points as Islanders hand struggling another loss 🏒

04/01/2023

Disney was the highest-grossing studio in 2022, with $4.9 billion combined worldwide. It is the 7th consecutive year that has topped the worldwide box office.

03/01/2023

Roosevelt Raceway was a race track located just outside the village of on . This was the most important racetrack and entertainment venue in New York State at the time. Initially built in 1936 for the motorized , it was converted to a ½-mile harness racing facility. The harness racing facility operated from September 2, 1940 until iJuly 15, 1988. It was the original home of the Messenger Stakes, part of the Triple Crown of Harness Racing for Pacers. Roosevelt Raceway was an incredible escape from reality. You could get parking, admission, and the Racing Form, program or a Sports Eye for all under $10. Have you heard any stories about ?

31/12/2022

Long Island Leads Biggest Luxury Home Sales Drop on Record. Purchases in Nassau County slumped 66% amid a nationwide decline in high-end deals, according to a new report by Redfin.

31/12/2022

NASA's Juno spacecraft recently photographed Jupiter's south pole during a flyby of the gas giant.