November 5, By Michael Florio
Cyclists will take a tour of world cuisines within the borough this weekend on a bike ride from Long Island City to Flushing.
The Queens Bike Initiative will host a food tour along the 7-train called Cycle the 7,…
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Taste of Woodside to Take Place Nov. 12, About 20 Restaurants Expected
Nov. 4, By Christian Murray
Get ready to sample the diverse food of Woodside.
Woodside on the Move, a local non-profit, will be hosting its fourth annual “Taste of Woodside” on Nov. 12 and plans to showcase the cuisine offered by as many as 20 local restaurants.…
Man Steals Drum Kit from Guitar Center, Police Say
November 4, Staff Report
Police are searching for a man who allegedly stole a drum kit module, priced at over $2,000 from a Long Island City music store.
The thief allegedly entered Guitar Center, located at 34-17 48th Street,…
Queens Blvd Building To Be Demolished, 8-story Building Likely To Go Up
November 2, Staff Report
A one-story building located at 50th Street and Queens Boulevard is about to be demolished to make way for an eight-story apartment building.
A demolition permit was filed with the Dept. of Buildings on Oct.…
Dr. Jill Biden To Visit LaGuardia Community College
November 2, Staff Report
The Second Lady of the United States will visit Long Island City this week as part of an effort to promote community colleges.
Jill Biden, a longtime educator and wife of Vice President Joe Biden,…
Executive Director of Thalia Theater to Receive Sunnysider of Year Award Tuesday
November 2, By Michael Florio
The sixth annual Sunnysider of the Year award will be given out tomorrow night.
Angel Gil Orrios, Artistic/Executive Director of the Thalia Hispanic Theatre, will receive the Luke Adams Sunnysider of the Year award for his cultural contributions to the neighborhood.…
Phipps Houses Presents its Case for Barnett Building, But Few Are Won Over
October 30, By Christian Murray
More than 200 residents attended a town hall meeting Monday to learn more about Phipps Houses’ proposed plan to build a 10-story, 220-unit building at 50-24 Barnett Avenue.
The meeting was set up following heavy opposition from residents about the plan when it became public in June.…
Astoria: Police Search for Man in Connection with Motorcycle Crash
October 30, Staff Report
Police are searching for a man wanted in connection to a motorcycle accident that left a 22-year-old Woodside man dead on 23rd Avenue and Steinway Street last weekend.
Police originally reported that Nathaniel Gomez lost control of his motorcycle on Sunday at approximately 6 a.m.…
Neighborhood Bar to Throw Halloween Event with Mystery Guest
Sept. 14, By Staff Report
More than one year after The Jar Bar took over The Leitrim House, owner Jason Spratt wants to invite the community to celebrate Halloween with a special twist.
A promotional poster for the October 31 event sports drinks specials such as a 4-hour unlimited party option from 9:00 pm to 1:00 am,…
CB2 Mulls Mandatory-ish Aspects of Mandatory Inclusionary Housing
October 29, By Jackie Strawbridge
Western Queens residents have pushed back against elements of the city’s Mandatory Inclusionary Housing proposal that would allow developers to put required affordable housing units in separate buildings, or not create them at all.…