January 4, Staff Report
Queens-bound motorists who plan to use the Queens Midtown Tunnel during the overnight hours are likely to be in for a slower trip over the course of the next 12 weeks.
Beginning tonight at 10:30 p.m.,…
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Noon: 7 Train Riders Continue to Face Delays
January 4, Staff Report
The 7 train went down for about 30 minutes between Queens Plaza and 34th Street Hudson Yards this morning due to a rail condition at the Hunters Point Avenue station, according to the MTA.
Although the train returned to service around 9:10 am,…
Fire Breaks Out in Sunnyside Apartment Building, No Injuries
January 2, By Christian Murray
A fire broke out on the third floor of an apartment building on the corner of 48th Street and 43rd Avenue this morning, according to the FDNY.
The FDNY received a call at 11:43 am and the fire was brought under control by 12:06 pm,…
Guitar Center Falls Victim to Yet Another Theft, Third Incident Since October
December 31, By Michael Florio
A local guitar store might need to beef up its security.
The Guitar Center, located at 34-17 48th Street, fell victim to a guitar theft on Dec. 23–the third such incident since October.
On this occasion,…
McDonald’s Closes Woodside Store, Landlord Wants New Tenant at $7,000 per Month
December 29, By Christian Murray
McDonald’s closed its Woodside location recently and the property owner is looking to rent out the 1,200 square foot space for $7,000.
The store, a McDonald’s Express, was located at 57-25 Roosevelt Avenue, and the closure appeared sudden.…
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.…