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Newtown High School students showcase cultural pride in Lunar New Year event

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Jan. 30, 2025 Ramy Mahmoud and QNS News Team Newtown High School, a historic institution in Elmhurst known for its diverse student body and strong community engagement, hosted a lively Lunar New Year celebration on Friday, Jan. 24. The event, marking the Year of the Snake, was held at the school’s auditorium. It featured traditional…

New York Irish Center launches ‘Crossroads Concerts’ series with fusion of Irish and Puerto Rican musical traditions

Irish and Puerto Rican musicians perform at the inaugural Crossroad Concert at the New York Irish Center. Photo: Shane O'Brien

Oct. 28, 2024 By sobrien Oct. 28, 2024 By Shane O’Brien  Irish traditional music met Puerto Rican plena at the New York Irish Center Thursday night as part of the organization’s new “Crossroads Concerts” series, fusing traditional Irish music with cultures from around the world. The series, which features a total of seven concerts between… Read more »