Nov. 6, 2024 By emarshall Nov. 6, 2024 By Ethan Marshall A key trend in Long Island City, Astoria and Flushing during the third quarter of 2024 was a rise in closed sale prices for condos, showing an increase compared to the same period in 2023, according to a report by the real estate firm… Read more »
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With resounding support from Bronx and Queens, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez clinches fourth term in Congress
Nov. 6, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez claimed a decisive fourth term in Congress on Nov. 5, as New York’s 14th District voters rallied behind her grassroots-driven, progressive leadership. Representing a diverse stretch of the Bronx and Queens, Ocasio-Cortez, a steadfast Democrat, once again energized her community and won their resounding support,…
Election results: All Queens incumbents on track to retain seats
Nov. 5, 2024 By Czarinna Andres New Yorkers headed to the polls Tuesday to vote in several pivotal races, including the presidential election and critical congressional and state legislature seats. At 9 p.m., polls officially closed, and initial results began to come in across Queens, where numerous incumbents faced challengers in districts covering various…
Victoria Schneps in partnership with QPTV hosts election night conversations with key political candidates
Nov. 5, 2024 By QNS News Team Victoria Schneps, founder of Schneps Media, hosted a special election night event as part of QPTV’s live election night coverage. Welcoming an array of influential figures and candidates from Queens and Long Island. The evening’s discussions focused on pressing local and national issues as candidates shared their…
Ballot scanners malfunction at polling sites across Queens on Election Day
Nov. 5, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Voters across Queens reported malfunctioning ballot scanners during a tense morning on Election Day, causing long lines at voting centers throughout the borough. Some polling centers across the borough were posting wait times of over 50 minutes at around noon on Tuesday, with some voters complaining of “unusual”…
‘Bumperman’ lands in Flushing Meadows Corona Park, honoring Willets Point’s immigrant roots
Nov. 5, 2024 By Shane O’Brien A new art installation paying tribute to the resilience of the immigrant community in Willets Point has been unveiled in Flushing Meadows Corona Park. “Bumperman” by artist Annalisa Iadicicco, a seven-foot superhero sculpture made from used bumpers, grills, floor mats, and other scrap auto parts, has been unveiled…
Housing lottery launches for 282 units at towering Lumen LIC, rent starts at $2,990
Nov. 5, 2024 By emarshall Nov. 5, 2024 By Ethan Marshall New York City has launched a housing lottery for 282 units at Lumen LIC Apartments, a residential skyscraper in Long Island City. Located at 23-15 44th Rd., Lumen LIC is 67 stories tall and contains 802 residences, with 520 being at market rate. The… Read more »
Middle Village deli gets into Election Day spirit by selling cookies with faces of 2024 presidential candidates
Nov. 5, 2024 By Ethan Marshall In the weeks leading up to the 2024 Election Day, a Middle Village deli came up with a creative approach to try and get Queens residents into the voting spirit by starting to sell cookies with the presidential candidates faces on them. Mario’s Meats and Gourmet Deli, located…
A visual journey through Queens: Flushing Town Hall debuts ‘World’s Borough’ exhibition
Nov. 5, 2024 By Athena Dawson A new exhibition showcasing the diverse artwork of the world’s borough is opening at Flushing Town Hall this week. The World’s Borough Exhibition will open this Thursday, Nov. 7, at the arts institution located at 137-35 Northern Blvd. in Flushing. The exhibition will feature artworks by over 70…
German restaurant Manor Oktoberfest bids farewell to Atlas Park in Glendale after 18 years
Nov. 4, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Manor Oktoberfest, a German-American restaurant and longtime tenant at The Shops at Atlas Park in Glendale, has officially closed its doors, marking the end of an 18-year era at the open-air mall. Known for its German-inspired menu and beer, Manor Oktoberfest was among the mall’s original establishments and…