On Saturday, June 21, the Queens Borough Public Library celebrated the oneyear anniversary of its Long Island City branch at 37-44 21st St. and dedicated the Jeanne Elmezzi Adult Learning Center, housed at the branch. More...
Crowds thronged Steinway Street between 28th and 34th Avenues on Sunday, June 22 to enjoy great weather and food, fun and bargains offered by more than 400 vendors at the Central Astoria Local Development Coalition Steinway Street Festival. More...
State Senator Joseph Bruno's sudden, surprising decision to retire from his long career as powerful senate majority leader and lawmaker is a sad moment for his many supporters in the Republican Party, but at this point it appears that his retirement will not have a significant impact on the elections coming up this fall. More...
For a unique cuisine from two continents, you must visit Palermo Restaurant and Steakhouse on Steinway Street in Astoria. Palermo's menu reflects the marriage of two closely connected countries and cultures; Italy and Argentina. More...
Dear Savvy Senior, I've always thought it would be fun to spend some of my retirement years vacationing around the country in an RV. At age 58, my wife and I will soon be retiring and would like to investigate this option. What can you tell us? More...
Last Wednesday, President George W. Bush proposed to Congress that a federal ban on offshore oil drilling be ended and a portion of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge be opened for oil exploration. He also called for approval of the extraction of oil from shale on federal lands and for speeding the approval process for building new refineries. More...
Let the flag waving begin! The Central Astoria Local Development Coalition (CALDC) proudly presents its 26th annual Independence Day celebration in Astoria Park on June 30, featuring the Big Band sound of the Glenn Miller Orchestra, followed by a spectacular Grucci fireworks display over the East River. More...
The New York Junior Tennis League has completed its annual Mayor's Cup All Scholastic Tennis Tournament for the area's top tennis players. A field of 64 of New York City's best middle school and high school players showed off their tennis skills during a weeklong tournament held at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center located in Flushing Meadows-Corona Park. More...
Bruno's Stunning Departure Won't Affect Local Elections Here