Sep. 27, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Florida-based medical and recreational cannabis provider The Flowery has opened its second New York dispensary in Forest Hills as part of its broader expansion across the state, with plans to open a new location in Brooklyn next. The new location, at 63-54 108th St., follows the launch of…
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Golden Sugar Bakery: How Sabrina Wright turned $19.84 Into a six-figure cake business
Sep. 26, 2024 By Tracey Khan In a story of remarkable perseverance and entrepreneurial spirit, Sabrina Wright, the owner of Golden Sugar Bakery in Queens, New York, has transformed a modest $19.84 into a thriving six-figure business. Her journey from baking in Guyana to studying at the Culinary Institute of America and then starting her […]
MONOPOLY: Queens Edition set to roll the dice on Oct. 5 at Queens Center Mall
Sep. 19, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Ready to roll the dice and take a tour of Queens, one property at a time? The world’s most famous board game is getting a local twist with the debut of MONOPOLY: Queens Edition. This special version of the iconic game will be officially unveiled on Saturday, Oct.…
City Planning Dept appoints new leadership for Queens office to lead development plans in Long Island City and Jamaica
Sep. 16, 2024 By Czarinna Andres The Department of City Planning (DCP) announced a leadership change for its Queens Office, located at 120-55 Queens Blvd. in Kew Gardens, on Friday, Sept. 13. Lin Zeng was named Director, and Kathi Ko was appointed Deputy Director. The appointments come as the office ramps up efforts to…
Silvercup Studios: The Heartbeat of NYC Film and TV Production with Kris Bagwell
Aug. 14, 2024 by Jill Carvajal Welcome back to another episode of Schneps Connects! We’re thrilled to have Kris Bagwell, the Executive Vice President and General Manager of Silvercup Studios, joining us today. Silvercup Studios, the premier independent film and television production facility in New York City and the Northeast, has been a cornerstone of […]
Updated results from Senator Addabbo survey show Maspeth insights and new visuals on key Queens issues
Aug. 9, 2024 By Anthony Medina Reported data on a constituent survey from State Senator Joseph P. Addabbo Jr. has been updated to include the input of Maspeth residents, among other Queens neighborhoods, with added visuals for readers. Addabbo’s survey, which was conducted in May of this year, asked neighbors in his district to…
Senator Addabbo’s poll reveals Queens neighbors back QueensLink, prostitution law
Jul. 30, 2024 By Anthony Medina Results from a recent constituent survey from State Senator Joseph P. Addabbo Jr. show many Queens residents are in favor of the QueensLink Project and legislation granting impunity to prostitutes for the wrongdoings of pimps and sex traffickers. The Queens legislator, who represents Senate District 15—which includes Glendale,…
‘Colorful Palate’: Queens author writes memoir on mixed identity and multicultural meals
Jun. 14, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan During a typical week growing up in a multicultural household, Raj Tawney would have chicken curry on a Monday, arroz con habichuelas on a Tuesday and spaghetti and meatballs on a Wednesday. Experiences like this fill up the pages of his coming of age memoir, “Colorful Palate: A flavorful…
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Summer fun on a budget: Free activities to explore in Queens
May. 29, 2024 By QNS News Team As summer heats up, Queens offers a plethora of free events and activities, ensuring residents and visitors alike can enjoy the season without stretching their wallets. From outdoor concerts to art exhibitions, here’s a guide to enjoying Queens this summer at no cost. Outdoor Concerts and Performances This…
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Trail over rail? Federal funding for QueensWay linear park could threaten long-sought QueensLink rail project
Mar. 18, 2024 By Ben Brachfeld The federal government granted New York City $117 million to design and build part of a High Line-esque “linear park” on an abandoned rail spur in Queens — but some advocates and elected officials worry the plan would forever foreclose the long-sought possibility of reactivating transit service along…