
Feb. 3, 2024 By Robert Pozarycki
Two men in Queens were stabbed after getting into a dispute with a private sanitation worker early on Saturday morning, police reported.
Feb. 3, 2024 By Robert Pozarycki
Two men in Queens were stabbed after getting into a dispute with a private sanitation worker early on Saturday morning, police reported.
Feb. 2, 2024 By Athena Dawson The air was heavy with grief on a brisk, rainy, Friday morning, as hundreds of mourners came together at St. Andrew Avellino Roman Catholic Church in Flushing to show their respects for the late Paul Vallone, a former councilmember who died over the weekend. The church was packed with a standing-room-only crowd as guests poured inside to pay homage to Vallone, who died of a heart attack on Saturday night at the age of 56. The crowd rose from their seats as a procession led Vallone’s coffin, draped with a satin white cloth with…
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Feb. 2, 2024 By Anthony Medina For over half a century, E&J Cards and Gifts has stood as a cornerstone of Ridgewood, located on Myrtle Ave, offering residents a diverse selection of gifts and novelty items, becoming a beloved staple in the community. Now, as February draws to a close, so does an era, with…
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Feb. 2, 2024 By admin Feb. 2, 2024 By Tammy Scileppi While French may be the universal language of love, Queens is proving that its French cuisine is a hidden gem awaiting discovery. Just in time for Valentine’s Day, a selection of romantic and highly praised eateries across the borough are opening their doors to couples seeking a blend of culinary delight and amour. Early reservations are recommended to secure a spot at these cupid-approved venues, promising an unforgettable dining experience, complete with wine, oysters, chocolate and strawberries to set the mood. Domaine Bar a Vins: A Cozy Wine Bar… Read more »
Feb. 2, 2024 By Aidan Pellegrino Enjoy a wide variety of events and musical performances in Queens. There is a guarantee that you will be able to find something that you enjoy. Most of these events will take place at venues such as the TV Eye in Ridgewood. Friday, Feb. 2 Nosaj Thing b2b…
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Feb. 1, 2024 By Gabriele Holtermann On Jan. 31, Jeanne Lipsky, a resident of Kew Gardens Hills, celebrated a special milestone as she turned 100 years old. In a heartwarming gesture, members of the NYPD Community Affairs Bureau of Patrol Borough Queens South made the centenarian’s day even more special by throwing a surprise birthday…
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Feb. 1, 2024 By Anthony Medina Assemblymember Andrew Hevesi — who represents the neighborhoods of Forest Hills, Glendale, Kew Gardens, Middle Village, Rego Park and Richmond Hill —has put forward a legislative package along with other state lawmakers that would provide financial support for emergency service providers as well as the volunteers who work for them if it becomes law. The legislative package, which is being called “Rescue EMS,” was announced on Jan. 30 and includes several bills that aim to make sure EMS providers are properly compensated, while also providing financial benefits to volunteer personnel through property tax breaks and…
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Jan. 31, 2024 By Bill Parry
An 86-year-old woman is dead and three men injured, including two firefighters, as a result of a two-alarm house fire in Rego Park on Tuesday night.
Jan. 30, 2024 By Ethan Marshall A total of 13 affordable units are up for grabs at the Metropolitan Senior Apartments in Kew Gardens, with monthly rents ranging from $1,522-$1,937. The affordable units are part of an 8-story mixed-use building at 132-77 Metropolitan Ave. In total there will be 40 residences in the building, with 27 being market rate. The city has opened a lottery for the 13 affordable units. Two of them are studio, eight are one-bedroom and three are two-bedroom. All 13 affordable units are for residents earning 80% of the area median income (AMI). The area median…
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Jan. 30, 2024 By Ethan Marshall The total number of major crimes across Queens during the first month of 2024 remained mostly static compared to the totals from January 2023, according to the latest crime stats released by the NYPD Monday. During the 28-day period from Jan. 1-28, the total number of major crimes increased…
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