Feb. 11, 2025 By sobrien Feb. 11, 2025 by Shane O’Brien Sunnyside Shines and Woodside on the Move will host the inaugural “Restaurant Week of the Sides” starting this Sunday, celebrating a diverse range of culinary options in both neighborhoods situated along the 7 line. The new Restaurant Week concept, which runs from Feb. 16… Read more »
Feb. 10, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Elected officials, unions and community organizations across Queens have slammed Mayor Eric Adams in response to reports that the Mayor’s office distributed a memo to city agencies suggesting that they should let ICE agents enter municipal facilities without a warrant if staff “reasonably feel threatened” or fear for…
Feb. 10, 2025 By emarshall Feb. 10, 2025 By Ethan Marshall Permits have been filed for the construction of a 5-story mixed-use building at 11-08 Main Ave. in Astoria. The lot, which has previously been used as a school bus parking area, is located across from the Two Coves Community Garden. The proposed development would… Read more »
Feb. 7, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Feb. 7, 2025 By Jessica Militello Queens Community Board 2 held its regular monthly meeting on Thursday, Feb. 6 at Sunnyside Community Services. Board chairperson Anatole Ashraf led the meeting, which was also available via Zoom. Among the attendees was New York State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, representing District 59,… Read more »
Feb. 7, 2025 By Ethan Marshall Reported rapes across both northern and southern Queens are on the rise during the 28-day period ending on Feb. 2, compared to the same period of time the previous year. However, robberies and grand larcenies have undergone significant declines across both northern and southern Queens. Northern and southern…
Feb. 7, 2025 By cmotherway Feb. 7, 2025 By Colum Motherway The Wolfhound, an Irish pub in the heart of Astoria, is gearing up for its ninth annual traditional Irish music festival, a week-long celebration of “trad music” that has become a beloved tradition in the neighborhood. From Feb. 10 through 16, the pub, located… Read more »
Feb. 7, 2025 By Colum Motherway Two outstanding basketball coaches from Astoria have been named semi-finalists for the prestigious Jr. Knicks Coach of the Year award presented by the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS). Lindsay Colbus, a passionate Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) coach, and Akil Kumar, an experienced high school coach and educator, have…
Feb. 7, 2025 By Paulina Albarracin Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion to show your love, and what better way to do that than with a delicious dinner right here in Queens? Whether you’re celebrating with a special someone, celebrating with friends, or treating yourself, these restaurants and bistros offer exceptional prix-fixe menus and…
Feb. 6, 2025 By Jessica Militello Legendary recording artists Billy Joel and Sting will perform together for a one-night-only concert at Citi Field in Flushing on Thursday, Aug. 25. This marks the first time the two iconic musicians will perform at Citi Field, where they will showcase a selection of their greatest hits from…
Feb. 6, 2025 By Athena Dawson The Queens Theatre at Flushing Meadows Corona Park, is ushering in an exciting winter season with two highly anticipated dance performances. The internationally acclaimed Pilobolus dance company will present its re:CREATION tour on Saturday, Feb. 8, and Sunday, Feb. 9, at the Queens Theatre, 14 United Nations Ave…