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Free pet vaccination in LIC hosted by ASPCA and CancerCare team Tuesday

May. 10, 2024 By Czarinna Andres May 10, 2024 By Athena Dawson The ASPCA, in partnership with CancerCare PAW Program, is hosting a free pet vaccination event on Tuesday, May 14th, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Long Island City. Queens residents can make an appointment to bring their furry friends to Queensbridge Park,… Read more »

Op-Ed | Say yes to City of Yes to unlock LIC’s economic potential

May. 10, 2024 By Czarinna Andres May 10, 2024 By Laura Rothrock New York City has undergone significant changes since the 1960s, a transformation vividly evident in Long Island City (LIC).  The neighborhood’s industrial areas are now complemented by a soaring skyline, and our historic landmarked streets and local commercial corridors now lead to an… Read more »

Just Salad opens first Queens location in Astoria with exclusive $5 offers

May. 10, 2024 By Czarinna Andres May 10, 2024 By Queens Post News Team Just Salad, a popular fast-casual restaurant chain known for its eco-friendly and healthy meal options, has just opened its first Queens location in Astoria. The grand opening of its new location at 22-17 31st Street is this weekend; the restaurant had… Read more »

Local women-owned gems for the perfect Mother’s Day present

May. 9, 2024 By Czarinna Andres May 9, 2024 By Jessica Militello Many of us procrastinate when any holiday rolls around, and Mother’s Day is usually no exception. We keep putting “get mom a gift” on our to-do list and somehow still end up in the crowded aisle of a convenience store on the day… Read more »

New booze-infused ice-cream parlor opens its doors in Astoria

May. 8, 2024 By Czarinna Andres May 8, 2024 By Queens Post News Team Tipsy Scoop, a booze-inspired ice cream store that blends classic and contemporary cocktails with a variety of ice cream flavors, celebrated its grand opening in Astoria on Saturday.  The store, located at 38-15 23rd Avenue, is the sixth Tipsy Scoop location… Read more »

Queens Borough President endorses Johanna Carmona for the 37th Assembly District race

May 6, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Queens Borough President Donovan Richards has endorsed Johanna Carmona for the New York State Assembly, significantly boosting her campaign in the competitive race for the 37th Assembly District encompassing Long Island City, Sunnyside, Woodside, Maspeth, Blissville, Hunters Point, Middle Village and Ridgewood. Richards’ endorsement is a key development in… Read more »

Sunnyside celebrates Women’s History with inaugural Lily Gavin memorial breakfast

April 30, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Dozens of Sunnyside residents and community leaders came together Monday morning to celebrate women’s history and to honor one of the neighborhood’s most influential figures—the late Lily Gavin—at the first annual Lily Gavin Memorial Sunnyside Women’s History Breakfast Celebration. The event, held at Sunnyside Community Services, paid tribute to… Read more »