by Emma Davey They say that nothing in life is certain, except for death and taxes. I think you can also add “weird smells in Greenpoint” to that list.
Over the past week, Greenpointers has received several tips from neighbors who noted a strong, asphalt-like smell on the east side of the neighborhood, often near McGolrick Park. While Greenpoint often possesses an unpleasant aroma, the particular strength of this one had many folks concerned.
Assemblymember Emily Gallaghershared…
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As a former greenpointer the smelly source is and probably will always be the Newtown creek.
It’s the Soylent Green depot