Election of officers and board members was the central activity during the April luncheon of the Sunnyside Chamber of Commerce (SCC), held at Dazies Restaurant on Queens Boulevard last Tuesday. More...
NYPD Detective Steven McDonald was shot in the line of duty on July 12, 1986 by a 15-year-old boy whom he was questioning about bicycle thefts in Central Park. More...
The Republican budget plan that was presented last week in Washington would slash federal funding for Queens by more than $25 billion over 10 years, Congressmember Anthony Weiner (D–Queens/Brooklyn) charged. More...
February is American Heart Month. Cardiovascular disease is not only the leading cause of death in the United States, it also is a major cause of disability. More...
By increasing efforts to fight human trafficking, Assemblymember Grace Meng (D–Flushing) is determined to eliminate this form of modern day slavery. More...
Con Edison is supporting an array of Earth Day activities around New York City and urges all New Yorkers to go to Socrates Sculpture Park on Sunday, April 25, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the seventh annual kite making workshop, rain or shine. More...
Father Robert Kennedy SJ Roshi (Zen master) will be holding three lectures on the subject of Christianity and Zen Buddhism, a Journey of Discovery, at Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, 21-47 29th St., Astoria on May 2, May 9 and May 16 at More...
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) will begin a detailed environmental study at 21-03 44th Ave. in Long Island City. More...
William C. Bryant H.S. student Sophia Prentzas from East Elmhurst has been selected for membership in the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS). More...
Former state comptroller Alan Hevesi received a one- to four-year sentence on April 15 and upon arrival at the upstate prison he was immediately taken to the infirmary, according to media reports. More...
After a tough year-long effort by New York’s two senators, NASA has selected Manhattan as the final home for the Space Shuttle Enterprise which will be displayed at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum. More...
The Amoralists, celebrating their fifth anniversary season, will be presenting the world premiere of Bring Us The Head Of Your Daughter, written and directed by Derek Ahonen, an Astoria-based playwright/director/cofounder of The Amoralists. More...
On April 13, District Attorney Richard A. Brown joined state Racing and Wagering Board Chairman John D. Sabini and state Police Captain Jaime A. More...
As non-profit organizations struggle with state budget cuts, rising prices of everyday items and fewer donations, new ways to help reduce costs are vital in order to maintain the levels of services they provide. More...
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Bridge and Tunnel Authority last week began notifying E-Z Pass holders that it’s time to turn in old tags with waning batteries. More...
The Republican sponsored budget revision that slashes $38.5 billion from countless programs and follows the bipartisan deal that prevented a shutdown of the government, was passed April 14. More...
The Lions Club International is pleased to announce a newly formed local division, The Bayside–Whitestone Lions Club. This chapter in Northeast Queens will focus on dedicating service, integrity and energy to the community. More...
On April 13, Ethel Maybloom, 97, a resident of Flushing House, received the Senior Service Volunteer Award at the Queens Interagency Council on Aging ceremony at Queens Borough Hall in Kew Gardens. More...
The Westway Motel continues to serve as an overnight facility for the city Department of Homeless Services and the United Community Civic Association (UCCA) is not backing away from its quest to evict the homeless population. More...
On April 11, Allstate Insurance Agent Joseph DiBlasi received the Agency Hands in the Community Award for his commitment to volunteering in the community. More...
Queens Democratic Congressmember Gary Ackerman (D–Bayside/Long Island) starts out a review of President Barack Obama’s presidency saying he has not defended his positions aggressively enough, that he has not stood up to partisan attacks a More...
On April 16, Quality Services for the Autism Community (QSAC) held their annual 5K run and walkathon to celebrate Autism Awareness Month at Astoria Park. Councilmember Peter F. More...
The city Department of Buildings (DOB) last week denied a Brooklyn architect permission to build a mixed-use development at the site of the closed St. John’s Hospital. More...
The Queens Museum of Art (QMA) hosted a groundbreaking ceremony on April 12, marking the beginning of the expansion project that plans to double the size of the cultural institution by adding 50,000 square feet of new galleries, classrooms, public ev More...
As the official sponsor of the Turner Classic Movies Classic Film Festival, Time Warner Cable announced on April 14 that it will bring its digital customers a collection of some of the best classic films this month on Free Movies On Demand, Channel 1 More...
Easter, the greatest festival of the Christian church, commemorates the resurrection of Jesus. It is a movable feast; that is, it is not always held on the same date. More...
On April 5 both houses of the State Legislature signed a letter urging the Turkish government to endorse a policy of respect and religious freedom towards the Patriarch and Patriarchate. More...
The New York City Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating the following individual who is wanted in connection with an assault that occurred within the 114th Precinct. More...
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