Nov. 7, 2023 By Iryna Shkurhan Before the 8 a.m. grand opening of the new Trader Joe’s in Forest Hills, a line of eager customers wrapped so far around the block, both ends almost made contact. The 17,000-square-foot store sits underneath a brand new apartment complex on Yellowstone Boulevard, just a block from Austin Street….
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Nov. 2, 2023 By Iryna Shkurhan The wait is almost over. A Trader Joe’s store will be opening its doors to the Forest Hills community next week on Tuesday, Nov. 7. The new 17,000 square-foot store will be located at 69-65 Yellowstone Blvd., just a block away from Austin Street. The interior artwork will feature…
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Oct. 19, 2023 By Czarinna Andres The Queens Night Market is poised to wrap up its 2023 season with a Halloween-themed finale set to take place on Saturday, Oct. 28. Now in its eighth year, the annual tradition promises an evening replete with costume contests and big-ticket prizes, ensuring that families and friends of all… Read more »
Oct. 5, 2023 By Czarinna Andres Queens, with its vibrant cultural tapestry and scenic beauty, undergoes a mesmerizing transformation every fall. From the historical neighborhoods to its expansive parks, this borough offers a unique blend of nature and urban charm during the autumn months. If you’re looking to experience the essence of fall while staying… Read more »
Sep. 29, 2023 By Ethan Marshall EEEEEATSCON will be bringing some of the food from more than 25 restaurants across New York City to Forest Hills Stadium on Oct. 7 and Oct. 8. In addition to the great food, several celebrity guest speakers will be on hand throughout this festival. The two-day experience is built…
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Sept. 22, 2023 By Christian Murray The owners of a large auto dealership on Northern Boulevard have built a new showroom and are holding a grand opening event this weekend. Major World, which is located at 43-40 Northern Blvd., has constructed a new facility that has replaced its existing building. The building has gone up… Read more »
Sept. 21, 2023 By Michael Dorgan Police have released photos of a pair of suspects who allegedly mugged two men in Rego Park last week. The suspects approached the victims in the vicinity of Austin Street and 63rd Drive at around 11:05 p.m. on Sept. 15 and demanded they hand over money, according to police…. Read more »
Sep. 8, 2023 By Anthony Medina In remembrance of the 22nd anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, Queens residents are preparing to attend multiple ceremonies across neighborhoods in Glendale, Maspeth, Middle Village, and Ridgewood. Queens, a borough that tragically lost hundreds of residents during the 9/11 attacks, is…
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Sep. 8, 2023 By Bill Parry It took more than three years but Queens Community House, one of the borough’s largest social service organizations, has resumed its Social Adult Day Services (SADS) program at its Forest Hills headquarters Monday to Friday every week. This marks the first time the vital program has fully reopened for…
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Aug. 28, 2023 By Amanda Salazar While the end of summer may be sad for some, it also marks the beginning of back-to-school season for Queens’ more than 260,000 public school students and students at the 14 colleges across the borough. This school season, students can make their transition back into the classroom a little… Read more »