Tag: sunnyside

Northwest Queens rental inventory nearly doubles year over year: Report

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Jun. 12, 2025 By Ethan Marshall Northwest Queens experienced a massive surge in its listing inventory in May 2025, compared to the same month the previous year, according to a report by Douglas Elliman Real Estate. The listing inventory in northwest Queens, which includes the neighborhoods of Astoria, Long Island City, Sunnyside, and Woodside, nearly doubled…

Where to watch the Knicks in Western Queens during the Eastern Conference Finals

May. 21, 2025 By jmilitello May 21, 2025 By Jessica Militello Queens is turning blue and orange as the New York Knicks head into the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time in nearly 25 years. From packed watch parties to social media buzz and team jerseys flooding the streets, excitement is in full…

Construction completes on Sunnyside 52, bringing 5-story condo and retail hub to 52nd Street

May. 12, 2025 By emarshall May 12, 2025 By Ethan Marshall Construction has officially wrapped on Sunnyside 52, a new five-story mixed-use development located at 43-30 52nd Street in Sunnyside. The once-vacant lot has been transformed into a sleek, modern condominium complex offering a mix of residential and commercial spaces just steps from the…

Afternoon tea meets floral charm at Ora La Casa De Las Flores in Sunnyside

May. 7, 2025 By jmilitello May 7, 2025 By Jessica Militello With Mother’s Day just around the corner, Ora La Casa De Las Flores offers a thoughtful way to celebrate: its signature afternoon tea experience, set in a floral café that’s been quietly enchanting Sunnyside for weeks. Located at 42-08 43rd Ave., the half-florist,…

Gluten-free donuts with heart: Maki’s Donuts builds a following in Western Queens

Apr. 21, 2025 By jmilitello April 21, 2025 By Jessica Militello If you’re craving something sweet but mindful of ingredients, Maki’s Donuts offers the perfect indulgence. These gluten-free fried treats are crafted by Ariel Bridges, a Western Queens resident who has been popping up at markets across Astoria, Sunnyside, and Jackson Heights since January.…

Sunnyside co-op and house prices steady as Woodside sees increase: report

Apr. 18, 2025 By emarshall April 18, 2025 By Ethan Marshall and Christian Murray Sunnyside buyers saw a slight dip in co-op and house prices last year, while average sales prices in neighboring Woodside experienced a modest increase, according to a new report from Welcome Home Real Estate, based on NYC public data. The average…

Dead man found in car parked just south of the Sunnyside Yards on Wednesday: NYPD

Mar. 27, 2025 By bparry March 27, 2025 By Bill Parry Mystery surrounds the discovery of a man slumped over in a car parked in a gritty industrial section of Sunnyside on Wednesday afternoon. Police from the 108th Precinct in Long Island City responded to a 911 call of a person in need of…

Want to trace your Irish roots? Queens residents can enter to win a free DNA test

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Mar. 20, 2025 By Athena Dawson Queens locals interested in exploring possible Irish heritage can enter a free DNA test competition.  The Action Network is offering 10 winners the chance to win a free Ancestry.com DNA test to discover if they hail from the Emerald Isle.  The competition closes on March 24. To enter,…