Annual Bike Race Held In Memory Of Julian Wager



Local Locksmith Helps Secure Astoria Homes And Businesses



A recent rash of burglaries along Steinway Street in Astoria has aroused concerns among homeowners and commercial businesses. The NYPD has been patrolling the area as well as educating the public on burglary prevention tips, which include making sure that fire escape windows be protected by an NYFD approved safety gate, all exterior doors be made of solid core wood […]

Shoppers Mob Steinway Street For Sale Days


Improvement District and American Airlines, enthralled children of all ages. Lucky Shopper contest entry blanks were available at all participating stores. A drawing for the grand prize, two round trip vouchers for domestic or Caribbean travel provided by American Airlines will be held shortly. The owner of the Baskin-Robbins store on Steinway Street played a role in one of Bobo […]

The Pulpit



Times and dates are subject to change. Please call event sponsors to confirm. All Nations Baptist: •Sunday, 2:30-5:30 p.m., for three months, free English classes which have already begun, registration required, limited space, 86-76 80th St., Woodhaven; 718.296.2025. **** All Saints’: •May 22, Saturday, 11 a.m. Penny social, drawings, refreshments, fun. •Jun. 12, Saturday. Vendors wanted for strawberry fair in […]

Maloney Hails Noguchi Museum



On May 15, Congressmember Carolyn Maloney (D-Queens, Manhattan) helped celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Noguchi Museum with the announcement of a new $30,000 federal grant for the museum’s conservation efforts. Joining Maloney were Noguchi Museum Director Jenny Dixon and the museum’s chairman, David Holbrook. The Noguchi Museum’s anniversary celebration on May 15 and 16 included free admission and special […]

Message To Hiram: Crowley & Dems Back Moya For Corona Assembly Seat



Congressmember Joseph Crowley, acting in his capacity as Queens Democratic Party leader, announced his endorsement of Francisco Moya for the 39th Assembly Democratic (Corona) seat, for which Moya is running to succeed Jose Peralta, who left it when elected state senator from Jackson Heights. Along with Crowley, other regular Democrats adding their endorsement of Moya include Peralta, Assemblymember Michael DenDekker […]

Lucas Steakhouse…A Cut Above



Lucas Steakhouse is proud to celebrate its first anniversary, perched confidently on the corner of 35th Avenue and 32nd Street in Long Island City. The sophisticated interior features wood plank floors, brick walls, leather banquettes and tufted chairs with soft lighting to cast a warm glow. The overall look is chic, yet comfortable and allows for sophisticated dining at prices […]

What Healthcare Reform Means For Seniors



Dear Savvy Senior, How will the new healthcare bill affect seniors? My wife and I both receive Medicare benefits and would like to know what we can expect. Concerned Senior Dear Concerned: There are several ways the new healthcare reform law will affect seniors on Medicare and those planning for their retirement years. Here are some of the key changes […]

Civics Keep Historic Millstones In Dutch Kills



In a blistering letter to local lawmakers and Queens Borough President Helen Marshall, officials at the Dutch Kills Civic Association last week made it clear they will fight to the bitter end to keep a pair of historic, 17th century millstones in the Dutch Kills community. The millstones date back to 1648 when German immigrant Burger Jorrisen settled with his […]

Borough-Wide Blotter



104th Precinct Ranting Man Charged In Knife Attack A 66-year-old Queens man last week exploded in a rage at a Glendale intersection, threatening to stab a man to death. Investigators are trying to determine why Mario Demaria started screaming at a male victim at about 2 a.m. on May 10 while standing in the middle of Cooper Avenue and Valentine […]