Here is a good investment: a service that is proven to change lives. A service that is free for all, withheld from none, and guaranteed to positively impact the future of all your neighbors. This investment returns an average of $6 on every $1. This is the opportunity that the Queens Library, one of the borough’s greatest institutions, has to […]
NYPD Offers $1K Reward For Illegal Fireworks
The NYPD is raising the ante again this year on individuals who deliver, sell, store or set off illegal fireworks. Police officials this week announced a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of anyone caught possessing or distributing illegal fireworks. Officials also issued a warning to anyone who is planning their own fireworks display – get […]
Highest Rent In Astoria: $5K
Realtor Kim Parshley of Halvatzis Realty just rented an apartment near Astoria Park for a new record breaking price of $5,000. That is the highest priced apartment in Astoria. The deal was made in May. The out-of-sight rental is a three bedroom duplex of approximately 1,300 square feet and includes a washer, dryer, dishwasher, outdoor space and garage. It is […]
American Legion Post 1836 Memorial Day Ceremony
Boulevard Gardens American Legion Post 1836 held its annual Memorial Day ceremony on May 26. The ceremony and collation that followed was attended by Assemblymember Marge Markey, Councilmember Costa Constantinides, New York City Chief Clerk Michael McSweeney, Commanding Officer of the 114th Precinct Deputy Inspector Kevin M. Maloney, Father Patrick West and approximately 300 residents of the community. American Legion […]
FIAOQ Installs New Officers
The Federation of Italian-American Organizations of Queens (FIAOQ) installed new officers on May 30. It was held at the Istria Sports Club on Astoria Boulevard in Astoria.
Movie Night In Astoria Park Opens With Doc: Bully
Central Astoria Local Development Coalition (CALDC) announced their 2014 Movies on the Waterfront / End-of-the-School Year screening of the cinematic, character driven documentary, Bully. Join them on Monday, June 16 at 8 p.m. to view this intimate glimpse into the homes, classrooms, cafeterias and principals’ offices of five kids being bullied. This documentary offers insight into the often cruel world […]
Huffington Coming To Astoria
Arianna Huffington will be making an appearance to discuss and sign her book Thrive: The Third Metric to Redefining Success and Creating a Life of Well-Being, Wisdom, and Wonder, organized by Sam Chekwas of Seaburn Books and The Greek Spirit. The event takes place on Thursday, June 12, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Federation of Hellenic Societies, Stathakeio […]
Considerations For Sleep Sedation Dentistry
The case for sleep sedation dentistry has been widely discussed by researchers, dentists, and patients. In the end, your decision to opt-in to use sedation is dependent on your dental anxiety as well as your overall desire to use sedation. The three main types of sedation in dentists’ offices are inhalation, oral, and intravenous (IV) sedation. Depending on the intensity […]
