Tag: Queens

Second man attacked in Sunnyside in just over 72 hours

Feb. 16, 2023 By Michael Dorgan Police are looking for a suspect who attempted to rob a man in Sunnyside Wednesday morning, Feb. 15, more than 72 hours after another man was mugged in the neighborhood. The suspect, police said, approached the 40-year-old victim while he was in front of a house on Bliss Street,… Read more »

Local tourism executive pens book about famous people in Queens

Feb. 15, 2023 By Michael Dorgan A local tourism executive has released a book showcasing some of Queens’ most famous individuals. From Simon & Garfunkel, to LL Cool J and Ron Artest, the new book consists of more than 200 images featuring pre-eminent people who have lived in the World’s Borough. The book, called Famous People… Read more »

Longtime Sunnyside resident robbed on way home from work: NYPD

Feb. 14, 2023 By Michael Dorgan A longtime Sunnyside resident was beaten and robbed by three suspects while walking home from work early Sunday morning, Feb. 12. The 62-year-old victim, who has lived in the neighborhood for more than 30 years and wishes to remain anonymous, was walking along 44th Street between Skillman and Barnett… Read more »

Family of four from Corona dies in Turkey’s devastating earthquake

Feb. 8, 2023 By Michael Dorgan A family of four from Corona was among the thousands of victims who died in the recent earthquake in Turkey, according to several reports. Burak Firik, 35, his wife Kimberly, 32, and their two young sons — aged 1 and 2 — lost their lives after the building they… Read more »

Free Family Fun Day and Summer Camp Fair to Take Place in LIC Saturday

Jan. 25, 2023 By Michael Dorgan A family fun day will take place in Long Island City Saturday where parents will also get a chance to learn about upcoming children’s summer camps. The free event will take place from noon to 3 p.m. inside the Plaxall Gallery, located at 5-46 46th Ave., and a host… Read more »

Vandals Are Killing Our Trees

The Daily News reported today that there are some crazed individuals that are going around Queens cutting down trees for no apparent reason. While this story does not mention Sunnyside or Woodside specifically, I think it is something that all residents should keep an eye on. …

Skillman Avenue Coffee Shop Up for Sale

A Skillman Ave. coffee shop is up for sale. The store, located between 46th and 47th, has failed to take advantage of its fantastic location– next door to Welcome Home Realty and across the street from Quaint.  It is up for sale at $225,000. …

Police Offer $12,000 Reward for Info on Murder

The police are offering a $12,000 reward for any information that leads to the capture of the murderer of Michelle Lee, 24. Lee was found Monday morning bound to her bed, the cord of a cell phone charger wrapped around her neck and a knife buried in her throat.…