Crowley Intros FILM Act To Stop Overseas Drain



Congressman Joseph Crowley and three other colleagues have joined in sponsoring bipartisan legislation for a two-year extension of a federally aided program covering productions of films, television and theatrical works, which are increasingly moving overseas. Crowley and the other lawmakers said they introduced their bill “to increase global competitiveness of a major American industry and to create United States jobs […]

Queens Library Takes Three Out Of Ten Awards



The Stavros Niarchos Foundation and the Charles H. Revson Foundation announced on May 20 the five winners of the second annual NYC Neighborhood Library Awards, which celebrate the crucial role of local libraries in serving New York City’s diverse communities. The winners emerged from more than 13,000 nominations by New Yorkers, who nominated every single branch in New York City’s […]

Peralta, Simotas Unveil Scooter Regulation



State Senator Jose Peralta (D-East Elmhurst) and Assemblywoman Aravella Simotas (D-Astoria) introduced corresponding bills in the State Senate and the Assembly to regulate the operation of motor-driven cycles only for commercial purposes. The legislation (S.4814/A.7360) requires the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to maintain a registry of this particular kind of vehicle and to establish regulations pertaining to their safe […]

CB1 Approves Liquor License Recommendation



Community Board 1 has approved a liquor license recommendation for a controversial Astoria establishment on its third try after the club agreed to prohibit topless adult entertainment. Twice denied on applications to the board for a State Liquor Authority (SLA) recommendation, 8G Inc., owner of Racks at 19-26 Steinway St. consented to signing a written stipulation this time as a […]

Manolopoulos Certified Financial Planner At LPL



William Manolopoulos has obtained his Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation, a distinguished designation in the financial services industry awarded to financial advisors who have met strict standards for experience, knowledge and ethical conduct. “Financial advisors and clients respect the CFP certification because it designates advisors who have demonstrated a thorough understanding of financial advising and a commitment to conducting business […]

Parents Selected To Serve On CDEC



The election results are in and parents have been selected to fill 325 open seats on 36 Citywide and Community Education Councils. In Community Education Council District 30, eight parents were elected with one parent ELL (English Language Learner) seat yet to be filled and scheduled for a runoff. Three incumbents, Deborah Alexander, Valerie Lamour and Ka-Trina Harris along with […]

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Natalia “The Saw Lady” Paruz

Affectionately known as “The Saw Lady,” Natalia Paruz has spent two decades bringing the art of playing music on a carpenter’s saw to audiences around the world. She performed with many orchestras at Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall and Madison Square Garden. And her television appearances include FOX (Good Day New York), ABC (Good Morning America), NBC (New York Live), MTV […]

Bareburger

Comes to Long Island City

Let me get straight to the point. Bareburger was conceived in 2009 and has already been voted Top Ten Burgers four years in a row, is Michelin-recommended, and has grown to include 27 restaurants in New York and beyond. What’s the secret? A solid management team totally committed to its Mission of offering only free-range, grass fed, pasture raised, antibiotic-, […]

Elvis Lives…At Gaudio’s



World’s Fair Anniversary Festival



Join NYC Parks for a fun day celebrating the 1939/40 and 1964/65 World’s Fairs and the culture of Queens. The World’s Fair Anniversary Festival, co-chaired by Borough President Melinda Katz and Assemblywoman Margaret Markey, culminates with a SummerStage concert featuring Charles Bradley & His Extraordinaires, Hollis Brown, and Damien Escobar. This free festival will feature activities for the entire family […]