http://www.megite.com Megite is the newspaper for anyone interested in what's happening right now by intelligently uncovering the most relevant items from auto discovered news sites and weblogs. Copyright 2009, Megite 30 2009-11-25T13:59:31Z http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/1#item_1 5751d569bda3750eeb649bd901aab73a That sums up the attitude of members of Develop Don’t Destroy Brooklyn and other opponents of the Atlantic Yards project who held a press conference Tuesday in front of Freddy’s Bar here. (Read on Source) ]]> 2009-11-25T13:59:31Z http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/1#item_2 8846c02af30de74f47940b5849634657 A bizarrely sympathetic judge took pity on a reputed Colombo family associate yesterday, saying he can keep his job at the trendy Lucali pizzeria in Carroll Gardens -- despite prosecutors' claims that it's a sham. (Read on Source) ]]> Wed, 25 Nov 2009 13:16:37 -0500 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/1#item_3 e76d1f5da2fa81a5c01677474e8deab1 Read on Source) ]]> 2009-11-25T17:25:24Z http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/1#item_4 f9bd9b61d3560a3e80b31910183ebf42 My family has been incredibly supportive of my blogging ever since I began back in January of 2006.  They read it, they send articles on to friends, they comment.  They have just plain been proud of me and my efforts. Never, ever have any of them specifically asked for me to post something on my blog. (Read on Source) ]]> 2009-11-25T17:25:24Z http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/1#item_5 6240f4f086bb9d68f0f38387d2adab18 The way America's roads are funded is changing. Revenues that predominantly come from users of roads (“user fees”), including fuel taxes, vehicle registration fees and tolls, pay for a decreasing share of road costs. Taxes and fees not directly related to highway use (“non-user fees”) and bonds are making up the difference. (Read on Source) ]]> 2009-11-25T11:12:08-05:00 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/1#item_6 6a1a664a0628789705c0f90432ab629d Read on Source) ]]> 2009-11-25T18:41:27Z http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/1#item_7 e6fb87214a1ff57c50e339e66cb1b7bb The votes are in, and Roosevelt Island's Southpoint and Lighthouse Park are not among the finalists to be explored by Google's Street View Trike . (Local contenders still standing: Central Park and the Bronx Zoo). But blogger Roosevelt Islander has not lost the will to live : in fact, there is "no need for Roosevelt Island residents to despair ... (Read on Source) ]]> 2009-11-25T11:12:08-05:00 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/1#item_8 a26903fb09b65ceb11fd0a314410906b The 13-story tower at 525 Clinton Avenue is nearly finished. The developer, Karnusa Equities, is selling the condos for $650,000 to $3 million. (Matthew Schuerman/WNYC) (Read on Source) ]]> Wed, 25 Nov 2009 13:16:37 -0500 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/1#item_9 f2a9f067b6e46712d99a3234ccbb885b Image via Hopenhagen Faithful TreeHugger readers and greens already know that the global climate talks in Copenhagen this December are a very big deal--but much of the world does not. Which is why the Huffington Post and Hopenhagen have a fantastic contest underway to help an ordinary citizen help spread the word about the climate talks. And yes, (Read on Source) ]]> Wed, 25 Nov 2009 13:16:37 -0500 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/1#item_10 9284d95f45afaa7a8584fa20f7a7f474 Read on Source) ]]> Wed, 25 Nov 2009 15:01:40 +0000 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/1#item_11 8c0319c0409807b0e1e35be33b23cb93 One of the most unusual but beautiful snapdragons is the Twinny Peach, a double-flowered selection. Its rare peach color gives a nostalgic look to the landscape, and it reaches about 12 inches tall. (Read on Source) ]]> Wed, 25 Nov 2009 13:16:37 -0500 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/1#item_12 cf013844bee406baf11465ed7f7cf37e Rare Gem - Original 19th Century details in a landmark building on one of the most desirable blocks in Brooklyn Heights. This prewar one bedroom coop apartment is in excellent, move in condition. Southern exposure and very sunny, retains a lot of gorgeous woodwork and charm of its former mansion history. Features 11’ ceilings and a recently ... (Read on Source) ]]> Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:30:19 +0000 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/1#item_13 73e20b1579665ea1cec781f3340cb691 win 4 tickets to L.A. Auto Show! (Read on Source) ]]> 2009-11-25T17:25:24Z http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/1#item_14 27ab2c3b36359a51553e7c75c9570478 It would be no understatement to say that Curbed HQ was rocked by the news that 11 Spring —Nolita's historic, graffiti-covered, buffed, restored, renovated and overall gorgeous Candle Building—went into contract. Now we're getting rocked all over again, because the deed has been filed. Three years ago the building was purchased from ... (Read on Source) ]]> Wed, 25 Nov 2009 16:16:44 +0000 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/1#item_15 db107767cfe80a0d1d065362af3b7f67 You don’t need a branching open canopy tree to create a “bottle tree” in your yard.  This old fir tree has bottles suck in its nooks and crannies.  The beauty of bottle trees is when they’re backlighted like this.  But maybe even more beautiful is the fact that they’re FREE! Below is a vintage photo of [...] (Read on Source) ]]> 2009-11-25T11:12:08-05:00 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/1#item_16 1e8ae1afc01be7ed6613c72f72f77f98 Journey Home 's move from 166 Water Street to its new digs at 72 Front Street in Dumbo appears to have gone even more smoothly than expected. The home furnishings store was already up and running on Front Street this week, though bargain hunters will still be able to find deals at its old location for most of December. Flea fans will be able to ... (Read on Source) ]]> 2009-11-25T11:00:19-05:00 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/1#item_17 c0f36875ce7da78665b88da1b4369598 Some of the sales recorded last week that went for $1 million or less: $250K or under: CROWN HEIGHTS 345 Montgomery Street, #1F; Price=$190,000 GMAP This 2-bedroom was first listed for $279,000 in December '07, according to StreetEasy , and by the time it was a Co-op of the Day in July '08, it was asking $249,000. The price was later reduced to $ ... (Read on Source) ]]> 2009-11-25T11:00:19-05:00 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/1#item_18 ff1c0be9f39d757572645c816041a081 Read on Source) ]]> Wed, 25 Nov 2009 15:01:40 +0000 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/1#item_19 2229e3c5e429d918cf175f45211350f0 A sad mess of dessicated branches soon to meet the compost bin is all that remains of my beloved ‘Chinese Ornamental’ hot pepper plant. I had grown fond of this little hot pepper plant and was sad to let it go. I started the plant from seed two years and lovingly nurtured it through [...] (Read on Source) ]]> Wed, 25 Nov 2009 14:00:09 +0000 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/1#item_20 0bfaedda02327979a6dc84ae880d78ea About a month ago, my friend Barry gave me a small pup-filled pot identified as Agave chrysantha; however, online searches have not brought up any descriptions that match the rust-coloured spines that my little plants feature. I’ve also checked my trusty identification book, Succulents: The Illustrated Dictionary with no luck. (Read on Source) ]]> 2009-11-25T07:12:00-05:00 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/21#item_1 67c23f15b1ffc02d4475e34417fe0715 The Pilgrim Rose If you live in a zone with moderate enough temperatures into November, you might actually be able to bring in a bloom or two of 'The Pilgrim' for the Thanksgiving table. So, if you haven't got one already, plant one for next year and you'll have the... (Read on Source) ]]> 2009-11-25T08:15:00.004-05:00 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/21#item_2 a27636abcab14c007eb6116cb3bbafa5 For the gift of a long and adventurous life and the wisdom learned with each mistake. for the gift of my son, as he onward makes his way, finds love,and his future wife. for the gift of health, despite aches and pains. the body's wear and tear effects are worse from years of some neglect. yet i've made it through, with much to gain. for happiness ... (Read on Source) ]]> 2009-11-25T05:02:00-08:00 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/21#item_3 13309f8c059c4986f63826e08ca4154e I went to the farmer's market this weekend and bought everything that looked good. It's the last market of the season--they always hold out until the weekend before Thanksgiving so we can have one last great meal with the local... (Read on Source) ]]> 2009-11-25T11:10:56Z http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/21#item_4 8eb00e0c2e3af1c74c8e3ef182de12de Baltimore Sun Speaking of the garden Baltimore Sun Now she will be writing about those gardens – and yours – here on Garden Variety. Susan isn't an expert gardener , but she wasn't an expert mother, either. … (Read on Source) ]]> Wed, 25 Nov 2009 18:40:21 GMT http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/21#item_5 1096ea15494f2889ba058b4a0d17cd2a Read on Source) ]]> Wed, 25 Nov 2009 18:40:21 GMT http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/21#item_6 7543355282f4c29d53e00a5fad19eb37 Read on Source) ]]> Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:56:13 +0000 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/21#item_7 227ac1c61565ec3e105b5df2d5fe0330 Eco Factor: Mobility concept runs on zero emission electric motors. The "NewRicksaw" project, a mobility concept, has been especially designed for the urban centers where the problems of space and pollution are growing rapidly. It’s a... (Read on Source) ]]> Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:56:13 +0000 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/21#item_8 14ecf4d5a6b004a0f4c87ce092816cd0 Mix salt water with fresh water and there you have it: instant carbon-neutral energy.  The process is called osmotic power, and a company called Statkraft has just opened the world’s first osmotic power plant in Norway. (Read on Source) ]]> November 25, 2009 8:00 AM http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/21#item_9 7a8613e5fd5146f30b1128b4972a1391 Read on Source) ]]> November 25, 2009 10:30 AM http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/21#item_10 3820bb4948714370aae1900f0f37d5a2 Read on Source) ]]> Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:56:13 +0000 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/21#item_11 75153e5385f7c3f777e4a7f1a70a6b42 Bank Owned Loft Unit at The Watermark Building. This is a terrific live work loft that has it's own entrance off of Bryant St. There are many updates within the unit and many ammenities within the building. There is 1 car parking that is deeded. Perfect Live/Work unit. Please DO NOT Distrub Tenants. Tenants are cooperative and will allow showings ... (Read on Source) ]]> November 25, 2009 10:30 AM http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/21#item_12 f96319215b737a17161ed784bfa04e21 To make this full screen, click the box to the left of the triangle, under the "ou T" in YouTube. (Read on Source) ]]> Wed, 25 Nov 2009 01:01:40 +0000 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/21#item_13 e539b141fe95f28f084467e81672260a It's that time of year when temperatures drop, heat kicks on and I get a lot of questions about houseplants losing their leaves. Plants don't really like living indoors all that much. If we want them to thrive there, we need to meet their required growing conditions. So the first thing to do is to research what your plant likes. Hopefully, you' ... (Read on Source) ]]> Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:46:35 +0000 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/21#item_14 7baa2ee66dc212140c944289e49efbe9 Why do I garden? Why does an artist paint? Why does a pianist spend days practicing for an hour long concert? The truth is, I don’t know why I garden. I don’t know why I have an affinity for plants, a need to see them thrive, a hungering for their beauty. As a child, I [...] (Read on Source) ]]> 2009-11-24T13:31:59-08:00 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/21#item_15 91086ed16aa7f7e8d9a7744d1cf84aba Read on Source) ]]> Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:17:50 PST http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/21#item_16 b3479cd3aa1ce75272157df8c3f2bd2f Looking for gifts for the special people in your life? Start your search in The WelchWrite Bookstore and more , in association with Amazon.com. I have highlighted books, software, podcasting equipment and more in my store, or you can shop for anything the Amazon.com provides. The WelchWrite Bookstore and more (Read on Source) ]]> 2009-11-24T13:02:10-08:00 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/21#item_17 98c592042bab0a95862ab65a2b226ead Yale Environment 360 U.S. researchers have demonstrated a technology that uses the sun’s heat to convert carbon dioxide and water into the building blocks of traditional fuels,... (Read on Source) ]]> Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:30:00 +0000 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/21#item_18 6f8273d7b1737168c587ab9d0e13e9aa On Saturday last, The Woodland Weavers and Spinners Guild had a meeting in Damascus. They invited Fred and Grace Hatton to speak about Antique Spinning Wheels...I was invited to do a demonstration on the Walking Wheel. (Read on Source) ]]> Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:30:00 +0000 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/21#item_19 74ffe42211b06d16d598a993289259d6 If you ever found yourself forced to define the term “community,” you might find yourself reverting to something akin to Supreme Court Justice Potter Stewart’s attempt to define pornography: “I know it when I see it.” While different communities have different purposes, goals, and activities, they’ve all got ... (Read on Source) ]]> Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:59:48 +0000 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/21#item_20 ea83e64b8f23d7eebdb529bf204eead6 Epic Change is a non-profit organization helping hopeful people in need share their stories to acquire resources that will improve their lives. November 24–26, Tweetsgiving events all over the world will raise money for Mama Lucy and her school children to help rebuild their school that was demolished by a developer. (Read on Source) ]]> Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:59:48 +0000 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/41#item_1 29d9ca4206e3320956c3a5736c03fc23 Read on Source) ]]> 2009-11-24T13:21:00.001-06:00 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/41#item_2 6235744ebc28301facf5d1416a6e8e57 Quick but Impressive: Savory Cheese and Scallion Scones with Feta Just in case your Thanksgiving menu still isn't finalized—or you've suddenly remembered that you're going to have to feed people throughout the weekend and not just on Thursday afternoon—I thought I'd offer up a couple of easy perennial favorites from the archives. These ... (Read on Source) ]]> Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:49:53 +0000 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/41#item_3 5ab3b8f3b6f82c623f79838a4bab7831 Beware the tool hire shop - I only wanted to scarify the lawn but ended up terrorised by a machine from hell, says Ursula Buchan (Read on Source) ]]> Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:49:53 +0000 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/41#item_4 70232ab294224af949ec6a4dd09ca2d4 About | Press Room | FAQ | Contact | Sitemap | Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Help (Read on Source) ]]> Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:49:53 +0000 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/41#item_5 f43cf5cdeee8c005eb4ceec06a493d6f I wonder if you have considered adding a feature such as Trent has on The Simple Dollar, with posts containing links to useful, timeless posts from that week during previous years on your blog. I’ve been a long-time reader, and I think that you have a lot of material that would qualify. (Read on Source) ]]> Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:26:16 GMT http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/41#item_6 d3df23552e9923541b2d1f8f41b53ccf David Gonzalez/The New York Times A makeshift altar at Jailina Salon Unisex in Washington Heights commemorates the death of Joselin Castro and her daughter, Monserrat. At left, in the mirror, is Carmen Mota, a friend of Ms. Castro. (Read on Source) ]]> Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:18:23 +0000 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/41#item_7 d5ce68347afb30d7c28ae19a50b2c3b8 Pretty much everyone bemoans how consumerism’s killed the holiday season. Yet cheapo useless gifts seem to fly off the shelves every year. What gives? Lately, I’m wondering if this buying-stuff-we-say-we-don’t-want deal’s like an attention bombardment issue. Yes, we all fret over the blog posts and articles about buying ... (Read on Source) ]]> Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:18:23 +0000 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/41#item_8 8a45a0ae5e43a0b1efdc457e67a273c2 We just sent you an email to enable you to confirm your account. Please open this email (be sure to check your spam folder in case you don't see it) and click on the "Confirm my account" link. (Read on Source) ]]> 2009-11-24T04:10:11-08:00 http://www.megite.com/gardening/1259177589/41#item_9 039b6c1db36cb9d6338d629c01d3fced Read on Source) ]]>