Oct. 28, 2024 By sobrien Oct. 28, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Irish traditional music met Puerto Rican plena at the New York Irish Center Thursday night as part of the organization’s new “Crossroads Concerts” series, fusing traditional Irish music with cultures from around the world. The series, which features a total of seven concerts between… Read more »
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Second annual Senior Health and Wellness Expo promotes services and resources for aging adults
Oct. 25, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan Hundreds of older adults made their way into the Senior Health and Wellness Expo, held in Flushing’s Sheraton Laguardia East Hotel on Tuesday, Oct. 22, to learn about the growing variety of services and resources available to them. It was the second annual event hosted by VillageCareMAX, a…
NYC early voting starts Saturday: key deadlines and ballot proposals to know
Oct. 25, 2024 By QNS News Team New York City voters can begin casting their ballots early starting Saturday, Oct. 26, with early voting continuing through Sunday, Nov. 3. While the presidential race headlines this election, several significant city- and state-level decisions await voters. New Yorkers must know about the election timeline, voting requirements,…
Filipino American History Month celebrated with town hall and resource fair in Elmhurst
Oct. 25, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Oct. 25, 2024 By Czarinna Andres October marks Filipino American History Month, a time to recognize Filipino Americans’ contributions and rich cultural heritage across the country. In honor of this celebration, the New York chapter of the National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA), in partnership with Assembly Member… Read more »
Queens to host 30 car-free Trick-or-Streets events for Halloween: DOT
Oct. 25, 2024 By Shane O’Brien The New York City Department of Transportation has announced a record number of 147 car-free Trick-or-Streets locations across the five boroughs for Halloween, including 30 locations in Queens. Now in its third year, the Trick or Streets initiative aims to help children enjoy Halloween safely while allowing all…
Driving to new heights: Skyline Tower in LIC offers Porsche with select penthouse purchases
Oct. 25, 2024 By emarshall Oct. 25, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Skyline Tower, one of the tallest buildings in all of Queens, is offering those who purchase select penthouse units a 2024 Porsche 911 Turbo S now through Dec. 31. There are currently eight penthouse listings on Skyline Tower’s site, ranging in sales price from… Read more »
Yesterday’s Children honors five beloved elders at 14th annual salute in Queens
Oct. 24, 2024 By Tangerine Clarke Yesterday’s Children Community Salute, which shares love, honor, obedience, gratitude, and unity, was conceived by Glenda Cadogan, a writer, communications specialist, and director of Mauby Media Services. On Oct. 13, the 14th Annual event was celebrated with a vibrant presentation. In the words of Trinidadian Calypsonian Winston “Gypsy” Peters […]
LaGuardia crowned best airport in United States by Forbes Travel Guide following $8 billion transformation
Oct. 24, 2024 By Bill Parry The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey proudly announced on Oct. 22 that Forbes Travel Guide selected LaGuardia Airport as the best airport in the United States a decade after then-Vice President Joe Biden likened the transportation hub to one that would be found in a…
Celebrate the Hindu Festival of Lights at Flushing Town Hall’s 10th annual Diwali celebration
Oct. 24, 2024 By Athena Dawson Flushing Town Hall will host its 10th annual Diwali Festival for residents of the world’s borough on Saturday, Nov 2, from noon to 4 p.m. The celebration will include a variety of cultural performances, family-friendly activities, and a live Bhangra dance party led by DJ Rekha. The Guru…
Suspect sought for stealing thousands from Jackson Heights apartment laundry vending machine: NYPD
Oct. 24, 2024 By bparry
[caption id="attachment_83134" align="aligncenter" width="700"] Cops are looking for this suspect who allegedly broke into a Jackson Heights apartment building and stole thousands of dollars from a laundry room vending machine. NYPD[/caption]
Oct. 24, 2024 By Bill Parry