Members of SHAREing & CAREing and concerned area residents gathered at Riccardo’s by the Bridge last Wednesday, March 19, for a community seminar on genetic testing for individuals who may find that breast and ovarian cancers run in their families. City Councilmember David Weprin was also in attendance. SHAREing & CAREing Co-Founder and President Anna Kril introduced Carol Scarano, Lucille […]

On May 1, 1972, George Delis started at Community Board 1. He recalled John Lindsay was mayor of New York City. For some perspective, the subway fare went up to 35 cents from 30 cents, the New York Police Department assigned female police officers to patrol for the first time and the Long Island Expressway opened its final section, out […]

After years of its being a danger and a nuisance to the Astoria community, Amtrak was scheduled to start repairing the Hell Gate Bridge yesterday according to City Councilmember Peter Vallone Jr. Vallone has constantly pestered Amtrak to plug the water leaks and put an end to the debris that flows from the bridge on to local streets. About a […]

The Election of 1876: The Most Disputed and Intense Election in U.S. History- Samuel Tilden versus Rutherford B. Hayes The election of 1876 was perhaps the most disputed and intense election in U.S. history. Samuel Tilden, the Democratic nominee, won the popular vote by more than 200,000 votes and in the Electoral College he appeared to have won 203 votes […]

trend experts offer tips for saluting couples in style The colors of today’s weddings make a statement about the bride and groom. Guests who want to make an impression can coordinate cards and gifts with the chosen color scheme of the wedding. In recent years, wedding traditions have changed dramatically, and the bride and groom aren’t the only ones affected. […]

With many people today waiting longer before they marry, weddings have begun to reflect more matured styles. To keep up with these fashionable weddings, guests are striving to impress with the presentation of their gifts. Thompson says to be creative in presenting your gift, and if you are having trouble coming up with ideas, let the gift itself act as […]

Friends and family crowded into Central Lounge, 20-30 Steinway St., on Thursday, March 13 to celebrate City Councilmember Peter Vallone Jr.’s birthday. From 6 to 8 p.m., well-wishers enjoyed drinks and appetizers and mingled with area elected officials and community leaders. Vallone Jr. is shown with his father, former City Council Speaker Peter Vallone Sr. and his brothers, Perry and […]