Nov. 19, 2024 By sobrien Nov. 19, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Dozens of local parents and PTA presidents joined Council Member Julie Won at the site of a planned K-8 school in Court Square Sunday to protest against the decision to delay the opening of the new school by one year until September 2028. The… Read more »
Nov. 19, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Nov. 19, 2024 By Colum Motherway Elmhurst Hospital is encouraging Queens residents to apply for lung cancer screenings in a bid to increase the chances of early treatment for the disease. November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, and the hospital is reaching out to all who fit the screening… Read more »
Nov. 18, 2024 By bparry
[caption id="attachment_84784" align="aligncenter" width="680"] An Astoria woman jumped from her third-floor apartment at Marine Terrace to escape her knife-wielding son on Friday night, suffering a broken leg. Via Google Maps[/caption]
Nov. 18, 2024 By Bill Parry
Nov. 15, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Nov. 15, 2024 By Kathryn Greene Nestled on 28th Avenue just off Steinway Street, Moroccan Bites by Siham may appear unassuming at first glance, but stepping inside reveals a delightful experience. The restaurant’s vibrant decor immediately captivates guests, with a striking mural of traditional Moroccan geometric patterns, known as… Read more »
Nov. 15, 2024 By Jessica Militello Sunnyside welcomed its latest spot for relaxation and creativity last month: Melting Cups, a café, lounge, and art gallery all rolled into one. The shop, located at 43-45 40th St., is owned by Sunnyside resident Mario Nnani and embodies years of passion and preparation. Initially launching his dream as… Read more »
Nov. 14, 2024 By Bill Parry A New Jersey man died eight days after he was beaten by a mob in Woodside near a nightclub that hosted a Halloween party. Police from the 114th Precinct in Astoria responded to a 911 call reporting an assault in progress in front of an automotive service center at… Read more »
Nov. 14, 2024 By Queens Post News Team The Tibetan Community Center in Woodside will host the 9th annual Ngatso Fest, New York City’s largest indoor Himalayan festival. Scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 17, this annual celebration brings together members of the Tibetan and Himalayan communities in Queens, offering a full day of cultural immersion from… Read more »
Nov. 14, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Thalia Spanish Theatre is set to bring the spirit of Colombian holiday traditions to life with Christmas in Colombia, a musical celebration of festive folklore through dance and song. Founded in 1977, Thalia Spanish Theatre is the only bilingual Hispanic theater in Queens, dedicated to presenting high-quality performances that… Read more »
Nov. 14, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Nov. 13, 2024 By Emily Davenport Astoria resident and professional baker Miko Uy is set to compete in a magical new baking show on the Food Network, Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking, where iconic sets from the Harry Potter universe inspire each bake. This unique competition, hosted by James… Read more »
Nov. 13, 2024 By Bill Parry A Sunnyside man is accused of raping a young woman in Flushing Meadows Corona Park during the early morning hours of Friday, Nov. 8. Police from the 110th Precinct in Elmhurst responded to a 911 call of an assault inside the park at 4:45 a.m. Officers found an 18-year-old… Read more »