Aug. 24, 2023 By Michael Dorgan A beloved traditional Japanese sushi restaurant is set to close for good after an 11-year run in Sunnyside. Takesushi, known for its exceptionally fresh fish imported from Tokyo, will close its 43-46 42nd St. location in late October, having never fully recovered from the pandemic-era lockdowns, according to its… Read more »
Aug. 10, 2023 By Michael Dorgan Police have released video of a man wanted in connection with the robbery of an 81-year-old woman in Sunnyside last month. The alleged thief approached the victim while she was putting groceries into her parked vehicle outside the former Rite Aid building at 46-02 Greenpoint Ave. on July 28… Read more »
July 25, 2023 By Michael Dorgan A family-style dinner and resource fair was held in Sunnyside on Friday, July 21, to welcome new migrants to the neighborhood. Friday’s event, which was hosted by Councilwoman Julie Won and several community groups, took place at Sunnyside Community Services, located at 43-31 39th St., and around 270 migrants… Read more »
July 21, 2023 By Michael Dorgan Police have released video of two masked men who robbed a smoke shop in Sunnyside at gunpoint and nabbed more than $10,000 in merchandise on Thursday, July 20. The video shows the two suspects — both described as having dark complexions and thin builds — walking along a sidewalk… Read more »
July 10, 2023 By Michael Dorgan A Mexican bar/restaurant in Sunnyside is set to close, having never recovered from the pandemic-era lockdowns. Arriba Arriba, known for its margaritas and Mexican flare, will close next month at 40-15 Queens Blvd. after a 15-year run. The establishment has a reputation for its sprightly atmosphere, live sports screenings… Read more »
July 5, 2023 By Michael Dorgan And just like that, it was gone. Having served the Sunnyside community for nearly 50 years, the old-school coffee shop Alpha Donuts closed its doors for good last week leaving patrons shocked and in disbelief. The no-frills diner, located just a few feet from the Sunnyside Arch on Queens… Read more »
June 28, 2023 By Michael Dorgan Incumbents Julie Won and Tiffany Cabán look set to retain their western Queens city council seats after scoring wide-margin victories in Tuesday’s Democratic primary. The progressives, who were both seeking second terms coming into this election, easily brushed aside their only respective challengers. Won, who faced a serious fight… Read more »
June 21, 2023 By Michael Dorgan A BMW driver allegedly shot a skateboarder in Sunnyside late Tuesday night, after the rider collided with his vehicle. The motorist was in a navy-colored BMW on 39th Place, between 47th Avenue and Queens Boulevard, when the 25-year-old skateboarder crashed into the car at around 11:40 p.m., according to… Read more »
May 31, 2023 By Micahel Dorgan Sunnyside will host its very own Pride march and celebration on Friday, June 2, with hundreds of people expected to attend. The event, called SunnyPride, will kick off at 6 p.m. with a rally at Lowery Plaza followed by a short march under the 7-line. There will also be… Read more »
May 5, 2023 By Michael Dorgan City Council member Julie Won has announced that several schools in her district will receive funds totaling nearly $1 million from the participatory budgeting process in order to carry out upgrades. Participatory budgeting is a process in which area residents can pitch ideas and vote on how to spend… Read more »