Tony Orlando, whose first hit single, “Candida”, was released more than four decades ago, has endured as one of America’s most compelling and favorite entertainers. His timeless songs will be heard by hundreds of fans at Queensborough Community College’s Performing Arts Center (QPAC) on Sunday, October 14 at 7 p.m. Tony Orlando and Dawn had 21 hit singles, four of […]
Park(ing) Day In Ozone Park
Queens residents meet city chickens, learn about urban composting, creating public spaces and do some yoga on the streets with SustyQ (Sustainable Queens), Friends of the QueensWay and Queens College Environmental Club at the first ever Park(ing) Day in Ozone Park.
Addabbo, Miller Bring Solid State Sound To Atlas Park
State Senator Joe Addabbo (c.) and Assemblymember Mike Miller (l.) introduce the band at the end-of-summer outdoor concert they held at The Shops at Atlas Park Mall ellipse in Glendale. The evening show featured the talents of Middle Village-bred members of the Solid State Band, who sang hits from the ‘60s through the ‘90s for an appreciative crowd, many of […]
JetBlue Expands International Arrivals At JFK
Queens Borough President Helen Marshall congratulated JetBlue at the groundbreaking ceremony October 1, for the airline’s international arrivals extension at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Airline officials said that the new, environmentally-friendly structure will cover approximately 150,000 square-feet and move customers through gates and U.S. Customs as efficiently as possible. Marshall told JetBlue President and CEO David Barger Monday that […]
Koslowitz And Kidz Care Cleanup
On September 23, Councilmember Karen Koslowitz (front r.) partnered with local nonprofit group, Kidz Care, to organize a front lawn cleanup for longtime Forest Hills resident, Marilyn Smith. Smith is a senior citizen (front l.) who can no longer take care of her front yard. As a result, the bushes and weeds were overgrown and encroached onto the sidewalk. Kidz […]
Queens Woman To Star In Hello Dolly
Queens resident Andria Amarosa will be starring as Dolly Levi in Theatre By The Bay’s production of Hello, Dolly!, to be presented on Saturdays, November 3, 10 and 17 at 8 p.m. and on Sundays, November 4, 11 and 18 at 3 p.m. at Bay Terrace Jewish Center, 13-00 209th St., Bayside. Tickets cost $20, $18 for seniors (62 & […]
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Van Bramer Co-Names Street Honoring Martin Trainor
On September 30, Councilmember Jimmy Van Bramer honored the life and accomplishments of Martin Trainor by co-naming the intersection of Roosevelt Avenue and 58th Street in Woodside, “Martin M. Trainor Way”. Trainor was the co-founder of Woodside on the Move, a former president of Community Board 2, the local Knights of Columbus as well as St. Sebastian’s Church. In this […]
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Van Bramer Gives Away 350+ Free Bike Helmets
On September 27, Councilmember Jimmy Van Bramer handed out more than 350 free bicycle helmets to children and families at the Queensbridge Houses. In an effort to promote cycling safety, Van Bramer allocated $3,500 to the Department of Transportation to provide families with free safety equipment. Recycle-A-Bicycle was also on hand to swap children’s old bicycles for refurbished, better fitting […]
Goldfeder Joins Small Businesses At Resorts World
Assemblymember Phillip Goldfeder speaks with Rockaway small business owner, Stacy Sand at the Queens Chamber of Commerce business network event held at Resorts World Casino New York City. This unique event connected business owners from across Queens to share ideas and learn new ways to work together and grow their business.
Queens High Schools Lead The City In Overcrowding
It was reported last week that more than half of the city’s schools have overcrowded classes.Two Queens High Schools lead the pack in overcrowding. Led by Forest Hills High School and Francis Lewis High School students at these schools had to find their own chairs to remain in their classes. The problem has reached epidemic proportion and it does not […]