March 5, By Christian Murray
The Department of Transportation has plans to install bicycle lanes on Greenpoint and Roosevelt Avenues.
The lanes would be “shared lanes” installed on both sides of the street.
These plans are part of the DOT’s attempt to build a bicycle network throughout Sunnyside,…
Riders on the No. 7 train faced rush-hour delays this morning that lasted about 90 minutes–following FDNY activity at the 5th Avenue station.
The MTA stopped train service between Times Square and Hunters Point Avenue (in both directions), and riders were advised to take the N,R,…
March 4, By Christian Murray
Sunnyside Shines held its annual meeting Monday and focused heavily on its beautification projects as well as it events.
The BID provided an overview of its 2014 achievements—spotlighting the opening of the plazas at 46th and 40th Streets;…
March 3, By Christian Murray
The frozen yogurt store 4 Squared Flavors reopened March 1st after being closed for winter.
Khalil Nayl, the co-owner of the 45-12 Greenpoint Avenue store, said its business as usual after being closed since November 1st.…
March 2, By Michael Florio
The crime rate has taken a nosedive this year throughout the 108 Police Precinct, which covers Sunnyside, Woodside and Long Island City.
Captain John Travaglia, the commanding officer of the 108 Precinct, said that the number of reported crimes for the year through Feb.…
March 2, By Christian Murray
Kids from the Bronx, gay activists and even a horse, all turned out in the snow for The St Pat’s for All Parade in Sunnyside/Woodside on Sunday.
The parade, yet again, took on a very political flavor this year—with Mayor Bill de Blasio and several city council members all noting that they would boycott the St.…
Feb. 28, By Christian Murray
The St Pat’s for All Parade takes place on Skillman Avenue tomorrow and upon its conclusion many marchers and spectators are likely to head over to Queens Blvd. to participate in the third annual Sunnyside Irish Music Festival.…
Feb. 27, By Christian Murray
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz has been a strong advocate for decking over the Sunnyside Yard for months—despite the cool reception it has received from western Queens leaders.
Katz began advocating for developing the yards in September,…
Feb. 27, By Michael Florio
Skillman Ave. will never be confused with Bourbon St. but this Saturday it will be alive with the sights, sounds and tastes of the Big Easy.
Nine Skillman Avenue establishments have organized the third annual Mardi Gras Bar &…
Feb. 26, By Michael Florio
Two thousand participants—and countless spectators—are not enough to sway the MTA to keep the No. 7 train running this Sunday for the ‘St Pats for All’ parade.
The MTA is doing track work this weekend and the No.…