Comments on: THE LIGHTHOUSE HAS SEEN BETTER DAYS5:15 pm - LDC traffic guy gives it another try

By: ex-NYer

ex-NYer — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 22:04:47 +0000

I’m an Isles fan even though long gone from area, if Isles move why can’t I still love my team?
Nevr got to the Col. nephew did he got to see all the banners.
Wasn’t it that contract with concession firm that killed the Isles pretty much and those past owners were bozos WHO THE HELL FIRED BILL TORREY?
Isles, I love the team.
New York area’s demographics just may not be able to support two NHL franchises. Times have changed. Soccer, yes, baseball yes but hockey? Probably not.
I think Mr Wang tried hard but was up against it.

By: jackb60

jackb60 — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 12:53:16 +0000

Tone the project down already. They ALL know that’s part of the process. C’mon, a minor league ball stadium. The Isles have enough trouble drawing fans. Let’s not create more competition for the entertainment dollar.

By: Examiner

Examiner — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 03:27:40 +0000

#189 - You’re way off about the traffic improvement. Yes one was working on the exit and ramps at Hempstead and the Meadowbrook. But they also mentioned an additional lane on the Meadowbrook Southbound from Hempstead Tpke to the Southern State and an improved/more efficient Northbound entrance onto the Meadowbrook from the South State Pkwy.

Plus, can anyone else that was at the morning session clarify for me that there was mention of adding lanes to Hempstead Turnpike.

By: MikeyMitts

MikeyMitts — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 23:09:18 +0000

I am a season ticket holder in 102. One thing is clear, Wang doesn’t want oR need this team. It was the key to the property. He won’t move the team because building rights and property this size won’t come with any other deal. Sorry but its that simple. No brooklyn no queens no nothing. Wake up. We can only hope he takes care of the team if he gets his deal.

By: Strummer's Army

Strummer's Army — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 23:05:52 +0000

Anyone who is oppossing or slowing down this project needs to be voted out of office.

By: Marc from Troy

Marc from Troy — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 22:57:28 +0000

This whole mess summed up perfectly by Joe Conte. Thanks for passing that along, CB. Great line.

By: anthony c

anthony c — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 22:49:10 +0000

If I was on long island I would have been there all day. I at least sent an email to TOH to show my support of the lighthouse project. I’ll let my voice be heard from the other side of the country no matter what. Let’s build this thing already.

By: Staten Islander

Staten Islander — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 22:39:00 +0000

It baffles me as to why they are fighting this. The question shouldn’t be “why should we do it?” it should be “how can we make this happen”

By: isles711

isles711 — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 22:32:44 +0000

I am at a loss.

Everyone SAYS they care about the Isles staying, yet EVERY person I have texted or phoned has made an excuse as to why they can’t go tonight.

What’s the deal??

People need to put up or shut up.

If you REALLY care about the Islanders and whether they stay or go, then there should be NOTHING that keeps you away tonight, except a wake or illness.

I’ll be there at 7pm. Will YOU ?

By: Numbers65 in OHIO

Numbers65 in OHIO — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 22:26:07 +0000

The future is now: http://www.thearenadistrict.com The late local hero Mr. John H McConnel RIP built this district and it will be part of his legacy. When they showed him on the Jumbotron when he came to games the crowd would cheer. How many owners get that. The man revitalized a dead area in the city, starting with a hockey team. Say hello to the Light House LI. Welcome to the 21st Century. Demolish NMVC is a must in favor of a new arena. Don’t cheap out on the ISLES! GO ISLES!

By: battfist

battfist — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 22:20:02 +0000

Can we get names of all the board members posted?

By: isles fan

isles fan — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 22:18:25 +0000

@199 Hello Queens.