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Sunnyside Underwent Significant Change in 2015

December 28, Staff Report

Sunnyside underwent a great deal of change in 2015, with the loss of some old-time establishments to the opening of several vibrant new businesses.

The year, however, was also marked by development.

A nine-story building was completed at 41-18 43rd Street in August and another nine-story building finished recently at 41-28 44th Street.…

14-Hour Parking Spaces under the 7-train Have Left Sunnysiders With Fewer Parking Spots, Gianaris Says

December 24, Staff Report

State Senator Michael Gianaris is calling on the Department of Transportation to do away with the 14-hour parking spaces located under the elevated 7 train tracks in Sunnyside.

Gianaris said the spots located on Queens Blvd between 38th Street and 44th Street are a draw for commuters from eastern Queens and Long Island to park their car in the neighborhood and take the train to work.…

Applications Open For Local Community Boards

December 24, By Michael Florio

Queens residents who are looking to get more involved in their neighborhoods have an opportunity to apply for a seat on their local community board.

Queens Borough President Melinda Katz announced this week that she is accepting applications for the 14 community boards in Queens.…

Brazen Thieves Lift Wheels, Leave Car on Blocks

December 23, Staff Report

The tire and rim bandits are back.

The owner of a new car parked on 50th Avenue and 45th Street lost his/her four tires and rims on Friday, according to two residents.

The car was left resting on blocks,…

Woman Enraged After Being Bumped on 7 train, Pulls Hair and Throws Punches, Police Say

Dec. 23, Staff Report

A woman on the No. 7 train pulled the hair of a fellow passenger and punched the female rider in the face after the victim bumped into her, according to police.

The victim was on board the Manhattan-bound 7 train at 9:15 am Monday when she accidentally bumped into the suspect while taking a seat at Queensboro Plaza.…

7 Train Shutdowns Planned For Eight Weekends Next Year

December 22, Staff Report

The MTA will suspend 7 train service between Queens and Manhattan for eight weekends in 2016, while it conducts service work on the line.

The shutdowns will take place Jan. 22 to 25, March 18 to 21,…

Bar/Restaurant to Open in Sunnyside Before Year’s End

December 20, By Christian Murray

A new bar/restaurant is expected to open in Sunnyside before year’s end, taking over the space that was previously occupied by Café Marlene.

The owners of the 41-11 49th Street establishment, called The Alcove,…

Sunnyside Bar to Hold Big Fundraiser for Wounded War Veteran

December 18, By Michael Florio

A Sunnyside pub is holding a fundraiser on Saturday so it can send a U.S. Marine veteran and his family on a free vacation to Aruba.

Jack’s Fire Dept, a bar located at 39-46 Skillman Ave,…