May 20, By Christian Murray
Local residents turned out en mass to participate in this year’s Taste of Sunnyside that was held under a giant tent under the elevated No. 7 line on Queens Blvd Tuesday night.
The event was sold out over the weekend and several people who wanted to buy tickets last night were told they were unable to partake.…
May 19, By Michael Florio
The MTA is launching an action plan to cut wait times for riders on the 6, 7 and F trains.
The plan aims to combat train delays that lead to a large build up of riders at various stops,…
May 18, By Jackie Strawbridge
Supporters of Planned Parenthood turned out in Long Island City this morning to cut the ribbon on what will be the organization’s first center in Queens.
A lively crowd of more than 50 people convened at the 21-41 45th Road facility,…
May 18, By Michael Florio
A number of A-list stars are coming to Astoria.
Two new NBC shows are being filmed in Kaufman Astoria Studios that include stars such as Neil Patrick Harris, Jennifer Lopez and Ray Liotta.
Jennifer Lopez,…
May 15, By Christian Murray
El Buen Sabor, a Colombian bakery/restaurant located at 45-07 Queens Boulevard, is expanding into the space next door that was previously occupied by a thrift shop.
The eatery, which has been at its current location for 15 years,…
May 15, By Christian Murray
Tickets for Tuesday’s Taste of Sunnyside have been snapped up quickly and there is only a small supply left.
The event, organized by the Sunnyside Shines Business Improvement District, will feature more than 28 restaurants and will once again take place under the block-long tent on Queens Blvd (between 45th and 46th Streets) below the elevated 7 train.…
May 14, By Michael Florio
A Sunnyside bar is attempting to raise money for a toddler with cerebral palsy who is in need of a life-changing operation.
The Jar Bar, located at 45-06 48th Ave, will be hosting the fundraiser this Saturday from 8 pm to 1 am,…
May 14, By Christian Murray
A man entered a Woodside auto parts store, displayed his gun and took off with cash Monday, according to police.
The police said that the man entered World Pac Auto Parts, located at 55-55 58th Street,…
May 13, By Christian Murray
A one-mile run/walk is set to take place around the streets of Sunnyside and Woodside later this month to raise money for the Coalition for the Homeless.
The event, scheduled for Sunday, May 31,…
May 12, By Jackie Strawbridge
The iconic LIC Clock Tower is here to stay.
The Landmarks Preservation Commission voted unanimously Tuesday to landmark the 11-story building, known for its neo-Gothic detailing, gargoyles and its glass clock face.
The Clock Tower – located at 29-27 Queens Plaza North– was the tallest building in Queens prior to the construction of the Citigroup Building in 1990.…