February 20, By Christian Murray
At a time when independent stores and family-run restaurants are closing at a rapid rate across New York City, Mayor Bill de Blasio has announced a program that aims to celebrate the owners of these ma & …
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Comment Section likely to be changed, please fill out survey
Feb. 19, Staff Report
The comment section of the Forest Hills Post is likely to change following an increase in the number of mean-spirited responses in recent times.
The Forest Hills Post’s comment section has rarely been moderated and that was largely because of the belief of “free speech,” as well as the sheer volume of them on a day-to-day basis.…
Man robbed on E-train at Jamaica/Van Wyck Station, police say
February 16, Staff Report
Police are searching for a man who assaulted a man and stole his necklace on an E train in Kew Gardens.
The 23-year-old victim reported to police that he was riding a Queens-bound E train on February 5 around 4:20 a.m.…
Number of homeless kids attending Forest Hills/Kew Gardens schools is low compared to the city as a whole, according to report
February 16, By Hannah Wulkan
The number of children who are homeless attending Forest Hills and Kew Gardens public schools is very low compared to schools across the city, according to a recent study.
According to a report released by the Institute for Children,…
Unity rally scheduled for MacDonald Park Feb. 26, sparked by Trump’s executive orders
February 7, By Hannah Wulkan
Several Forest Hills residents are putting together a rally to send a message of unity to those under threat from President Donald Trump’s executive orders.
The “Queens Stand Together Rally” is being organized by Community Board 6 member Ethan Felder and local activist Jamilla Uddin,…
Dick’s Sporting Goods to open its Forest Hills location in March, hiring 100 employees
February 1, By Hannah Wulkan
Sporting goods chain Dick’s is looking to hire 100 new employees for it’s first Queens store, slated to open in Forest Hills in March, the company announced.
The new store, which is taking the place of the former Sports Authority at 73-25 Woodhaven Boulevard,…
DJ Duo ‘The Chainsmokers’ to Perform at Forest Hill Stadium, Tickets are Now on Sale
Staff Report
The popular electronic dance music (EDM) DJs The Chainsmokers will play at the Forest Hills Stadium for the first time ever this summer, according to venue’s website.
The DJs will be performing at the stadium with special guest Alison Wonderland on Friday,…
Dangerous Yellowstone Blvd/Austin Street intersection to receive makeover
January 30, By Hannah Wulkan
One of the most dangerous intersections in Forest Hills will receive a full update to increase safety, according to the Department of Transportation.
The DOT presented preliminary plans to upgrade the safety precautions at the intersection of Yellowstone Boulevard and Austin Street at a recent Community Board 6 Transportation Committee meeting,…
Queens state officials craft legislation to push back against Trump
January 30, By Hannah Wulkan
Several local politicians have plans to propose legislation to fight back against some of President Donald Trump’s executive orders on immigration.
Assembly Member Nily Rozic, who represents parts of Kew Gardens Hills, Fresh Meadows and Bayside,…
21-newly renovated coops go on sale at Lane Towers
January 26, Staff Report
A number of units in a revamped co-op building in Forest Hills have gone on sale.
Developers Myles Horn, ABC Properties and Fisher Associates worked together to redesign the building at 107-40 Queens Boulevard, now named Lane Towers.…