Apr. 19, 2024 By czarinnaandres Apr. 19, 2024 By Czarinna Andres The Museum of the Moving Image (MoMI) in Astoria has announced the launch of “Open Worlds,” a groundbreaking initiative to transform the museum into one of the largest free community hubs in western Queens. Executive Director Aziz Isham announced Tuesday that Open Worlds will… Read more »
Apr. 19, 2024 By Ethan Marshall The owners of a Long Island City condominium building reached a $119,000 settlement with their service workers earlier this month after failing to pay them prevailing wages, which they are required to do as part of an agreement to get a lucrative 421-a tax break. New York City Comptroller… Read more »
Apr. 19, 2024 By czarinnaandres Apr. 19, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan Queens World Film Festival brought together dozens of featured filmmakers for a warm, welcoming night to kick off its 13th season. Most of the filmmakers were able to attend in person on Tuesday evening at Sac’s Place in Astoria, just next door to the… Read more »
Apr. 18, 2024 By admin Apr. 18, 2024 By Amanda Salazar Spring isn’t just a time for cleaning — it’s also a time of fresh starts and renewal. If you’ve been considering redesigning your home, now is the perfect time to renew your space. Whether it’s as big as a complete overhaul of your home’s… Read more »
Apr. 18, 2024 By Queens Post News Team Over 135 Long Island City residents attended a town hall hosted by Council Member Julie Won on Monday evening to share recommendations about the Long Island City Neighborhood Plan, “One LIC,” which aims to attract investment to the neighborhood. The town hall, the second to take place… Read more »
Apr. 18, 2024 By Queens Post News Team Queens Borough President Donovan Richards revealed plans for a new diversity tech and innovation center in Long Island City, slated to open next year. The facility is set to become a hub for 50 emerging startups, fostering innovation and promoting diversity within the technology sector. Richards has… Read more »
Apr. 17, 2024 By Queens Post News Team The Long Island City Partnership (LICP) held its 19th annual Real Estate Breakfast at the newly-opened Brewster LIC Conference Center Tuesday morning, exploring the challenges and opportunities facing the neighborhood in 2024. Over 300 people attended the event, which took place at 27-01 Queens Plaza North and explored… Read more »
Apr. 15, 2024 By czarinnaandres Apr. 15, 2024 Sponsored Post Organizers of the LIC Waterfront 5K Run/Walk are encouraging people to sign up for this year’s event before Apr. 22 to take advantage of a $5 discount. The ninth-annual Waterfront 5K event takes place on June 1, 2024, and is organized by Hunters Point Park… Read more »
Apr. 11, 2024 By admin Apr. 11, 2024 By Seán Ó Briain Over 40 students at the Variety Boys and Girls Club of Queens in Astoria participated in a mentoring session on drone technology and green energy jobs Wednesday evening as part of an initiative to introduce young children to STEM careers. The event, which… Read more »
Apr. 11, 2024 By admin Apr. 11, 2024 By Allison Kridle If you were to ask a Queens resident what’s one thing they want more of, they will likely reply: Space. For Astorians, many crave a place to gather, work, create, and meet neighbors or somewhere that feels like home where they can be productive all in one. Astoria business owners Anna Budinger, Alexandra Wolkoff and Kayli Kunkel saw this void and created Our House, “Astoria’s living room.” During the week from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., you will find Our House members in a cozy, co-working space, using their… Read more »