74-Year-Old Pedestrian Killed in Ridgewood Hit-and-Run Sunday: NYPD

Aug. 4, 2025 By Shane O’Brien

Queens Public Library will offer seven-day service at five new locations after the City Council secured a $2 million investment to expand weekend library services across the New York in the city’s FY 26 budget.

Aug. 4, 2025 By Ethan Marshall and Ramy Mahmoud

With the 35th annual Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in New York coming to Flushing Meadows Corona Park on Aug. 9-10, the organizers of the highly anticipated event held an Awakening Ceremony on Wednesday, July 30, at the Bethesda Fountain in Central Park.

Jul. 31, 2025 By Ethan Marshall & Zachary Gewelb

Thursday’s thunderstorm has resulted in heavy flooding across New York City, including in northeast Queens, where first responders rescued at least two people who were temporarily stranded in their vehicles.

Jul. 31, 2025 By Paulina Albarracin

As August rolls in, the thought of summer winding down looms over the humid temperatures. Don’t let that stop you from enjoying the last month of summer by running in these community-based races in Queens.

Jul. 31, 2025 By Ethan Marshall

The United States Tennis Association (USTA) announced that Monday, Aug. 18, will mark the start of the 2025 US Open Fan Week, featuring a lineup of world-class and fan-friendly shows, events and activities for people of all ages at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing.

Jul. 29, 2025 By Tara Lustberg

Finding family-friendly housing in NYC can be a challenge, especially with the average rent of a two-bedroom apartment in NYC averaging over $5,400 per month, according to apartments.com. According to reports, this is significantly higher (148%) than the national average and has increased by 7% since December 2023. But some properties offer thoughtful amenities for families, making city living seem more manageable.

Jul. 25, 2025 By Athena Dawson

Pop’s Midwest princess is coming to Queens in September.

Jul. 25, 2025 By Jessica Militello

Forget the bars and crowded clubs — Queens is brimming with charming cafes that keep their doors open well past sunset, offering a perfect alternative for those who want to meet up for a late-night hangout without the alcohol. From authentic Yemeni coffee houses to bakeries with outdoor garden patios, check out these Queens cafes for your next late-night catch-up with friends, or for a cozy date night plan.

Jul. 25, 2025 By Paulina Albarracin

The summer season ushers in outdoor adventures, extended daylight hours and sweltering heat, making it the perfect time to kick back at a local restaurant or bar and order a refreshing margarita. Sipping on this tequila-infused cocktail is one of the best ways to beat the heat and revel with margarita connoisseurs in your neighborhood.

Just four months after opening in the heart of Sunnyside, KORA was named the winner of the inaugural Queens’ Best Bakery competition on Wednesday.

The Queens Chamber of Commerce launched the competition on June 13 and invited locals to nominate and vote for their favorite spots, with the Filipino-inspired bakery at 45-12 Greenpoint Ave. emerging as the champion.