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Steven Raga Cruises to Victory in District 30 Race, to Become First Filipino American to Hold Office in NY State

June 29, 2022 By Czarinna Andres

Steven Raga, a Woodside resident and former chief of staff to the incumbent Brian Barnwell, has won the Assembly District 30 seat—making him the first Filipino American to hold elected office in New York State.

Raga, who generated 71 percent of the vote, beat Ramón Cando in what was a two-person race.

The Woodsider entered the race in April when Barnwell announced that he was no longer seeking reelection. Raga was selected by a committee formed to determine Barnwell’s replacement on the ticket.

Progressive Candidate Juan Ardila Wins 37th Assembly Seat

June 29, 2022 By Czarinna Andres

Juan Ardila, a Maspeth native and the only progressive in the race, has won the Democratic primary for the Assembly District 37 seat that covers Long Island City, Maspeth, Ridgewood and Sunnyside.

Hochul and Zeldin Win New York Primaries, Setting Up General Election Clash

This article was originally published by The CITY on June 28, 2022 By Josefa Velasquez

Gov. Kathy Hochul and Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado successfully fended off primary challenges to their right and left flank Tuesday, emerging by wide margins as the Democratic nominees heading into November’s election.

Op-Ed: A Message to New York Seniors and Disabled New Yorkers, Freeze Your Rent

June 29, 2022 Op-Ed By Beri Diana Calderon courtesy of NYC Mayor’s Public Engagement Unit

It’s no secret that rent prices are rising in NYC. But there is one secret you should know—some New Yorkers can freeze their rent.

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Woman Randomly Punched in Face While Riding 7 Train in LIC, Suffers Broken Jaw: NYPD

June 28, 2022 By Michael Dorgan

A 39-year-old woman suffered a broken jaw after she was randomly punched in the face while riding the 7 train in Long Island City earlier this month, police announced Tuesday.

12-Story Condo Building to Replace Walgreens on Queens Boulevard in Woodside

June 28, 2022 By Michael Dorgan

A developer plans to bulldoze a shuttered Walgreens store on Queens Boulevard and construct a 12-story condominium building in its place.

Windmuller Park Pool in Woodside Opened Today, Along With 52 Other Outdoor NYC Pools

June 28, 2022 By Czarinna Andres

The Windmuller Park Pool in Woodside opened for the season today along with 52 other outdoor New York City pools.

Non-Citizen Voting Law Struck Down, Draws Strong Reaction From Queens Officials

June 28, 2022 By Christian Murray

A New York City law that extended voting rights to as many as 800,000 non-citizen New Yorkers was struck down by a Staten Island supreme court judge Monday—and Queens officials’ reactions were mixed.

WATCH: Enraged Vandal Throws Large Store Sign at Vehicles in Long Island City

June 27, 2022 By Michael Dorgan

An office worker in Long Island City got a big surprise earlier this month when he discovered that the windshield of his brand-new Tesla had been smashed by a raging vandal with a large wooden sign.

Composto Rehired as Superintendent of District 30, Chan Retains Top Job in District 24

June 27, 2022 By Christian Murray

The Department of Education announced today that Dr. Philip Composto will keep his job as Superintendent of District 30 and so too will Madelene Chan who is the current superintendent of District 24.

Holden Blasts DOT for Not Incorporating Community Feedback Into Maspeth Citi Bike Plan

June 27, 2022 By Christian Murray

The Department of Transportation plans to bring Citi Bike to Maspeth and Middle Village this summer but the agency is coming under fire from Councilmember Bob Holden for dismissing the community’s input as to the workings of the plan.

‘Subway Surfing’ Numbers Through Roof As MTA Warns Kids to Learn From Tragedies

This article was originally published by The CITY on June 27, 2022 By Jose Martinez

Reports of “subway surfing” have jumped by nearly 363% since 2020, according to MTA figures provided to THE CITY.

Queens Officials React to the U.S. Supreme Court’s Decision to Overturn Roe v. Wade

June 24, 2022 By Christian Murray

Elected officials in Queens have been quick to condemn the U.S. Supreme Court for its ruling Friday that strikes down the landmark Roe v. Wade decision.

More Than 30 Vehicles Vandalized in Woodside Overnight Wednesday: NYPD

June 24, 2022 By Michael Dorgan

Drivers in Woodside were left shocked and angry Thursday morning after a suspect went on a vandalism spree in the area leaving dozens of parked vehicles with smashed windows.

Mad For Chicken Set to Reopen in Sunnyside Nearly One Year After Fire Tore Through Restaurant

June 24 2022 By Michael Dorgan

A popular Korean-style chicken restaurant that closed in August after a fire ripped through its storefront is set to reopen next month.

15-Year-Old-Boy in Critical Condition After Hitting Head While Surfing Atop 7 Train in Corona

June 24, 2022 By Michael Dorgan

A 15-year-old boy is in critical condition after he struck his head while subway surfing atop the elevated 7 train in Corona Thursday.

Street Corner in Glendale to Be Co-Named After Veteran Broadcaster and Yankees Legend Phil Rizzuto

June 23, 2022 by Michael Dorgan

Holy Cow!

Citi Bike Finally Comes to Sunnyside And Woodside, Docking Stations Now Being Installed

June 23, 2022 By Christian Murray

Citi Bike has finally come to Sunnyside and Woodside.

Queens Officials Condemn Supreme Court Decision That Overturns State Law on Concealed Handguns

June 23, 2022 By Christian Murray

Queens officials were quick to condemn the Supreme Court’s ruling today that overturned a century-old handgun law that many say could result in a flood of firearms hitting the streets.

Exhibit Showcasing ‘The Walking Dead’ Kicks Off at The Museum of the Moving Image Saturday

June 23, 2022 By Czarinna Andres

Get ready for a zombie apocalypse.

Man Crushed to Death by Pickup Truck in Maspeth Tuesday: NYPD

June 22, 2022 By Michael Dorgan

A man is dead after being crushed by a pickup truck in Maspeth Tuesday night.

Community Board 1 Rejects Innovation QNS in Emotion-Filled Meeting

June 22, 2022 By Michael Dorgan and Christian Murray

The mood was tense and people were passionate but at the end of the night Community Board 1 voted against the Innovation QNS rezoning application that would bring 2,800 units to a five-block manufacturing district in Astoria.

Rent Guidelines Board 3.5% Hike Is Biggest in Nearly a Decade

This article was originally published by The CITY on June 21, 2022 By Greg David and Rachel Holliday Smith

A sharply divided Rent Guidelines Board voted to increase rents for the city’s nearly 1 million rent regulated apartments by 3.25% in the coming year in a decision that satisfied neither tenants nor landlords.

Protected Bike Lane Network to be Installed in LIC This Fall

June 21, 2022 By Christian Murray

Community Board 2 voted earlier this month in support of the Department of Transportation’s plan to install three protected bicycle lanes in Long Island City.

Man Shot in Front of Irish Bar in Maspeth Early Monday: NYPD

June 20, 2022 By Michael Dorgan

A man was shot in front of a bar in Maspeth early Monday.

Activists Send a Message to Innovation QNS Developers: Queens is Not for Sale

June 20, 2022 By Christian Murray

A group of activists and artists sent a message to the developers of the proposed Innovation QNS project Sunday night that their development is not wanted.

More Than 100 Murals to be Showcased in Astoria Next Week as Part of Welling Court Mural Project

June 20, 2022 By Alexandra Adelina Nita

More than 100 murals that have gone up on walls on select Astoria streets will be showcased this weekend when the 13^th annual Welling Court Mural Project is officially launched.

Op-Ed: Don’t Overlook The Importance of State Government

June 18, 2022 Op-Ed By Johanna Carmona Candidate for Assembly District 37

The importance of the New York State government often goes overlooked in our big city.

Paladino Doubles Down: ‘It’s Not Hate Speech to Say Drag Queens Don’t Belong in Schools’

June 17, 2022 By Christian Murray

Councilmember Vickie Paladino has faced an avalanche of criticism this week—from her council colleagues to gay rights groups—following a series of inflammatory statements she made while expressing her opposition to a program where Drag Queens read books and perform for school children.

Demonstrators Call on De Niro to Hire Union Workers to Construct Massive Studio Complex

June 17, 2022 By Michael Dorgan

Actor Robert De Niro is an ardent supporter of union workers, except when it comes to the construction of his new $600 million movie studio in Astoria.

Assembly Candidate Who Advocates for Street Safety Drives Vehicle With Dozens of Violations

June 16, 2022 By Christian Murray

Juan Ardila, a candidate running to represent western Queens in the state Assembly and a crusader against car culture, drives a compact sports utility vehicle that has racked up nearly 30 traffic violations since 2019.

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