Tag: community

Long Island City salon joins national registry of trans-affirming spaces

Jul. 11, 2025 By jmilitello July 11, 2025 By Jessica Militello Ellee Salon, a recently opened hair salon on Vernon Boulevard in Long Island City, has been officially added to Strands for Trans, a national database of trans-affirming barbershops and salons that foster inclusive and welcoming environments. The salon, which opened its doors to…

Eighth annual Sunnyside Post Mile returns this October, sign up now for early bird discounts

Sunnyside Mile 2022 (Photo: Michael Dorgan, Queens Post)

Sept. 3, 2024 By Shane O’Brien The much-anticipated annual Sunnyside Post Mile will return this October with another Halloween-themed event. The event, which raises funds for Sunnyside Community Services, will take place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26, with children’s dash events taking place along Skillman Avenue from 10:45 a.m. Participants are encouraged to… Read more »