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LIC Partnership launches study to address traffic and pedestrian safety at Queens Plaza

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May. 9, 2025 By sobrien May 9, 2025 By Shane O’Brien The Long Island City Partnership (LICP) has released a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a traffic and pedestrian safety study along the Queens Plaza and Jackson Avenue corridors.  The Queens Plaza and Jackson Avenue area, which LICP describes as a “gateway” to Long…

NY Hall of Science debuts CityWorks, its largest exhibition in over a decade

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May. 9, 2025 By Bill Parry The New York Hall of Science in Corona opened its largest interactive exhibition in more than a decade on Saturday, May 3. The exhibition explores the often invisible inner workings of the built urban environment. CityWorks is housed in a 6,000 square foot gallery, and the exhibit was…

Twenty people indicted in Queens-based $4.6M vehicle theft ring after three-year probe: DA

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May. 8, 2025 By Bill Parry Twenty individuals were indicted and variously charged in a wide-ranging scheme to steal cars in Queens, throughout New York City and its suburbs, following a three-year investigation by the Queens District Attorney’s Office, the NYPD, and the New York State Police dubbed “Operation Hellcat,” into the criminal enterprise…

LIC-based Solace House leads mental health outreach beyond awareness month

May. 8, 2025 By jmilitello May 8, 2025 By Jessica Militello May is known for Mother’s Day, Memorial Day, and the start of sunnier days, but it’s also a time to reflect on something just as important: mental health. Mental Health Awareness Month serves as a reminder that taking care of our emotional well-being…

Queens Craft Brigade returns for eighth season of handmade magic in Astoria

May. 8, 2025 By jmilitello May 8, 2025 By Jessica Militello If you’ve ever wanted to sip a beer while shopping for handmade candles, ceramic planters, or one-of-a-kind art—all crafted by Queens locals—mark your calendar: the Queens Craft Brigade is back. Starting May 17, the beloved market returns to Katch Astoria for its eighth…

Amazin’ Mets Foundation announces launch of ‘Amazin’ Auction,’ featuring bidding on Mets memorabilia and experiences

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May. 8, 2025 By Ethan Marshall The Amazin’ Mets Foundation announced the launch of its 2025 “Amazin’ Auction,” which will feature bidding on exclusive Mets fan experiences and memorabilia, with proceeds going to the Amazin’ Mets Foundation’s programs. Fans can now bid online for the unique memorabilia and exclusive experiences, including meet-and-greets with Mets…

Luxury fashion brand Moda Operandi to open distribution hub at Maspeth’s Pearl Building

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May. 8, 2025 By Ethan Marshall The luxury online fashion retailer Moda Operandi has reached an agreement with the real estate developer The Davis Companies to lease 30,000 square feet at the newly renovated Pearl Building, an industrial property at 58-30 Grand Ave. in Maspeth. Moda Operandi’s lease is for space on the third…

Celebrate Mother’s Day with flowers from these Western Queens florists

May. 7, 2025 By jmilitello May 7, 2025 By Jessica Militello With Mother’s Day just days away, now is the perfect time to plan on picking up a stunning bouquet to show appreciation for the women in your life. In Western Queens, you’ll find an array of neighborhood flower shops offering fresh, beautiful arrangements…