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Air travel advisory: Delays, closures and ID checks now in effect at NYC airports

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May. 27, 2025 By QNS News Team Air travelers are urged to prepare for significant changes and ongoing construction impacting access to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport, according to a new travel advisory issued by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey on Tuesday, May 27. As of…

Gianaris, Rosenthal introduce legislation to reshape NYC Rent Guidelines Board, describe system as ‘broken’

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May. 27, 2025 By Shane O’Brien State Sen. Michael Gianaris has joined Manhattan Assembly Member Linda Rosenthal to introduce legislation to reform the Rent Guidelines Board, the board that determines how much landlords can hike rents each year on the city’s nearly 1 million rent stabilized apartments. Gianaris and Rosenthal are critical of the…

Alterworks Studio opens expanded creative space in Long Island City

May. 26, 2025 By jmilitello May 26, 2025 By Jessica Militello After years of growth in Astoria, Alterworks Studio has officially relocated to a larger, light-filled venue in Long Island City, opening its doors to artists and community members with a grand gala on Saturday, May 3. Now located at 40-20 22nd St., the…

Two suspects sought in brutal robbery on F train in Long Island City: NYPD

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May. 26, 2025 By Rob Pozarycki and QNS News Team Transit police are searching for two individuals connected to a violent robbery aboard the F train in Long Island City earlier this month — one who allegedly assaulted and robbed a passenger, and another who stole from the unconscious victim moments later. The NYPD…

Ottomanelli’s by the Water to host free performing arts series in Hunters Point South Park

May. 26, 2025 By sobrien May 26, 2025 By Shane O’Brien A new summer performing arts series is coming to the Long Island City waterfront, aiming to highlight local talent and create a family-friendly arts destination at Hunters Point South Park. Frank Ottomanelli’s by the Water, located at 52-10 Center Blvd., is launching a…

Kaufman Astoria Studios weathers industry slowdown while looking toward a creative future in Queens

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May. 26, 2025 By Bill Parry Amid a nationwide slowdown in film and television production, Kaufman Astoria Studios remains a cornerstone of Queens’ cultural and economic identity. While production has dipped across the country due to industry-wide budget cuts and last year’s dual Hollywood strikes, Kaufman Astoria President and CEO Hal Rosenbluth remains optimistic…

Newly opened Queensboro Bridge pedestrian path hailed as major step for equitable transit access

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May. 23, 2025 By Colum Motherway City officials, transportation advocates and community leaders took the inaugural walk across the newly opened pedestrian path on the Queensboro Bridge’s South Outer Roadway on Sunday, May 18. The ceremonial march was led by Department of Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, State Senator Kristen…

Forest Park Runners to host trail classic at Forest Park over Memorial Day weekend

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May. 23, 2025 By Paulina Albarracin Memorial Day weekend signals the start of summer — and the start of a new racing season in Queens. Forest Park Runners (FPR) will welcome runners to hit the trails at the FPR Classic 4 Mile Road and Trail Race in Forest Park, the third largest park in…

LIC, Sunnyside and Woodside among top-ranking Queens neighborhoods for well-being: Report

May. 23, 2025 By emarshall May 23, 2025 By Ethan Marshall Residents of Long Island City, Sunnyside and Woodside are experiencing a sharp rise in overall well-being, according to the latest data from the American Human Development Index. A new report by Measure of America shows that these three Queens neighborhoods saw major gains…

LIC dispensary to host infused mocktail competition with local bars on June 5

May. 23, 2025 By jmilitello   May 23, 2025 By Jessica Militello If you’re more into Mary Jane than Bloody Mary, then you’ll want to mark your calendar for the neighborhood’s first-ever Infused Mocktail Battle Royale—hosted by Trends LIC dispensary and featuring some of Long Island City’s most beloved bars. Set to take place…