Jan. 17, 2025 By sobrien Jan. 17, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Fast-casual favorite Westville is set to debut its first Queens location in Long Island City on Monday, Jan. 20. The new restaurant will open at The Cove, a modern 18-story building at 43-12 Hunter St. in Court Square. This will expand the chain’s presence… Read more »
Jan. 17, 2025 By sobrien Jan. 17, 2025 By Shane O’Brien State Sen. Jessica Ramos has unveiled plans to redevelop the 74 St-Broadway subway station in Jackson Heights as part of a broader effort to improve quality of life along Roosevelt Avenue. Speaking Thursday, Ramos announced her intention to secure additional funding in the State… Read more »
Jan. 17, 2025 By Colum Motherway New York Holocaust Survivors joined the Arts4All Foundation, Senator Jessica Ramos, and other elected officials at Newtown High School in Elmhurst on Thursday, Jan. 16, to commemorate the 80th anniversary of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. The occasion marks the day of liberation from Auschwitz-Birkenau and is a time…
Jan. 17, 2025 By sobrien Jan. 17, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Brooks 1890, a historic bar and restaurant that served as a cornerstone of Long Island City’s Court Square for over a century, has permanently closed its doors. The iconic establishment at 24-28 Jackson Ave. across from the Long Island City Courthouse shuttered last week… Read more »
Jan. 17, 2025 By Shane O’Brien It is a typical Tuesday evening in the Times Square—42 St subway station. Subway trains continue their ceaseless beat across the city while commuters dart in every direction to catch their rides. Amid this chaotic labyrinth of underground passages and platforms, newly arrived immigrants line the walkways, selling…
Jan. 17, 2025 By Colum Motherway Ridgewood’s dining scene continues to thrive with Hellbender, a vibrant Mexican-American restaurant, gearing up to celebrate its one-year anniversary. Located at 68-22 Forest Ave, the popular eatery has quickly become a community favorite, known for its bold flavors and cultural flair. Partnering with the well-established Rolo’s bar and…
Jan. 17, 2025 By bparry
[caption id="attachment_87631" align="aligncenter" width="700"] Cops are looking for this suspect for allegedly robbing a Chase branch in Queens Plaza after passing a note to the teller demanding cash. NYPD[/caption]
Jan. 17, 2025 By Bill Parry
Jan. 17, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Assembly Member Ron Kim, announced the passage of the 2025 “Korean American Day” legislative resolution on Monday, during the start of the New York State Assembly session. The resolution officially designates January 13 as “Korean American Day,” recognizing the significant contributions of Korean Americans to New York and…
Jan. 16, 2025 By Athena Dawson The popular fast-casual burger chain Shake Shack is offering a meal deal for New Yorkers dealing with congestion pricing woes. Act fast, as the restaurant’s Congestion Pricing Combo will be gone after Friday, Jan 17. The $9 Combo, which is identical in pricing to the new toll, includes…
Jan. 16, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Jan. 16, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Mayor Eric Adams and Council Member Francisco Moya announced that Operation Restore Roosevelt, a 90-day multi-agency operation aiming to address urgent public safety and quality-of-life concerns on Roosevelt Avenue, will now continue indefinitely with no set end date. Adams and Moya, who launched… Read more »