February 19, Staff Report
The Long Island City bar Bierocracy will celebrate New York City beer week with unique beers on tap and a beer pouring class.
New York City beer week runs from Feb. 19 to Feb. 28.…
February 19, Staff Report
The owner of a local hair salon believes he has the answer to bringing the latest hairstyles and fashion trends to both adults and kids in Long Island City.
Alex Elwart, owner of Phoenix Hair Studio at 10-87 Jackson Ave., …
February 18, By Christian Murray
New York City school children who live in Irish communities would be granted a day off school to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day if a Queens State Senator’s bill becomes law.
State Sen. Tony Avella,…
February 17, By Michael Florio
The Commanding Officer of the 114 Precinct has called on the community board for help in combating crime at a women’s homeless shelter in Long Island City, following two violent incidents that broke out at the shelter last week.…
February 17, By Jackie Strawbridge
About three years after a teenager was killed in a collision at Thomson Avenue and 30th Street, the Department of Transportation is looking to redesign the streets and sidewalks along this crowded road.
The DOT’s proposed project would stretch along Thomson Avenue from Van Dam Street to Skillman Avenue,…
February 16, By Jackie Strawbridge
7 train service was halted during the afternoon commute today, after a Queens-bound train suffered what passengers described as an adrenaline-inducing incident.
According to the MTA, the train had a “mechanical problem” at the Hunters Point Avenue stop at 4:30 p.m.…
February 15, Staff Report
Fitness and dancing are coming together in a new way this year.
After a successful summer of providing free dance classes and live music at Hunters Point South Park, the team behind Martinez Dance Studios and Puerto Havana Fitness are looking to continue the fun at their events center on 38-12 30th St &…
February 16, Staff Report
A Long Island City teenager who went missing on Friday has been found, according to the NYPD.
Tahfarie Gidarisingh, 14, was “found in good condition,” an NYPD spokesperson said.
However, police would not reveal any further details including specifics of when or where he was found.…
February 12, By Christian Murray
A 600-seat elementary school is going to be incorporated as part of the Hunters Point South development, according to the president of the School Construction Authority Lorraine Grillo.
The stand-alone school will be built on Parcel F,…
February 11, By Christian Murray
Gantry LIC, a gastropub that will offer a 1920s vibe, is opening on Vernon Boulevard Friday night, according to co-owner Brian Porter.
The bar/restaurant, located at 47-02 Vernon Boulevard, has been a year in the works but will finally be open to the public at 9pm tomorrow night. …