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After decades of leadership, QEDC Executive Director Seth Bornstein retires; Ben Guttmann named successor

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Jan. 22, 2025 By Czarinna Andres The Queens Economic Development Corporation (QEDC), a cornerstone of economic growth and innovation in the borough, has announced a major leadership transition. After more than four decades of service, Executive Director Seth Bornstein will retire on July 1. Stepping into the role will be Ben Guttmann, a seasoned…

Corona advocates seek federal intervention for Roosevelt Avenue crime surge

Hiram Monserrate (center) and Mauricio Zamora (left) at a press conference calling for Tom Homan to take action on Roosevelt Avenue. Photo: Hiram Monserrate.

Jan. 22, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Community advocates gathered in Corona Tuesday to call on Homeland Security and Trump border czar Tom Homan to take action against crime on Roosevelt Avenue and help “clean up” the area. The group, including former State Sen. Hiram Monserrate and members of the Neighbors of the American Triangle…

New office building completed on the Astoria and Long Island City border, anchored by hybrid workspace

Jan. 22, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Jan. 22, 2025 By Queens Post News Team Stellar Management, a leading real estate developer and investor has announced the completion of Astoria Pointe, a nine-story, Class A, 53,748-square-foot mixed-use office building at 35-01 36th Ave., located on the border of Long Island City and Astoria. As part of… Read more »

Queens’ most expensive rental apartment listed for $11,500 in Long Island City

Jan. 22, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Jan. 22, 2025 By Czarinna Andres The highest and most expensive rental apartment in Queens has officially hit the market, offering unparalleled luxury and breathtaking views. Listed at $11,500 per month, the penthouse at 3 Court Square, PH #406, crowns the 67th floor of Skyline Tower in Long Island… Read more »

ICE raids imminent: Queens advocates launch urgent push to educate undocumented immigrants

Asylum Seeking Migrants Wait In Line For Immigration Customs Enforcement Appointments

Jan. 21, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Elected officials and immigrant advocacy organizations in Queens are urging undocumented immigrants to familiarize themselves with their rights as the Trump administration prepares to conduct Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids in New York City. Recent media reports suggest that ICE agents are set to begin raids in…

Queens officials condemn Trump’s first day in office and sweeping executive orders

Jan. 21, 2025 By sobrien Jan. 21, 2025 By Shane O’Brien  Elected officials in Queens have sharply criticized President Donald Trump’s first day in office, condemning the flurry of executive orders he signed immediately after his inauguration. The sweeping directives, many of which target immigration, environmental policy, and social issues, have sparked outrage from the… Read more »

Just a kid from Queens: Kevin Montalvo turns pain into purpose, uniting Queens through the power of running

Jan. 21, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Jan. 21, 2025 By Paulina Albarracin  Breaking personal records is a goal that every dedicated runner understands, and for Kevin Montalvo, the founder of Queens Distance Runners (QDR) and race director of the Queens Marathon, it’s a passion turned mission. As the mastermind behind one of Queens’ most celebrated… Read more »

Four muggers sought for allegedly robbing a 7 train rider in Long Island City: NYPD

Jan. 21, 2025 By bparry

[caption id="attachment_87781" align="aligncenter" width="700"] The suspects violently shoved the victim as the 7 train approached the Vernon Boulevard-Jackson Avenue subway station and forcibly removed his cell phone and cash. Photo courtesy of MTA[/caption]
Jan. 21, 2025 By Bill Parry