Two years of commemorations and celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of the 1964- 65 World’s Fair come to an end this fall. While not many structures from the Fair are left in Flushing Meadows Corona Park, the New York State Pavilion, along with the Unisphere, remain the most prominent. The building that housed the New York City Pavilion is now […]
Where Should You Shop In Greece?
Cash and not credit appears to be the norm in Greece 2015. The best shopping I encountered in Athens was outside the Acropolis Museum at Mitseon and Hatzichristou streets and the town of Kalambaka by Meterora.. As a third generation American, I am totally surprised that the European Union determines what can be created and agriculturally cultivated in specific geographical […]
Urge ERA Passage On Women’s Equality Day
Congresswoman Carolyn B. Maloney (NY- 12) was joined by Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul, Special Advisor to the Governor Christine Quinn, and several local leaders and elected officials on August 26 to celebrate the 44th Annual Women’s Equality Day and the 95th anniversary of the 19th Amendment granting women the right to vote, and calling for the passage of the Equal […]
Maloney Declares She Opposes Iran Deal
Citing her belief that the proposed Iran agreement would not give the US and its allies ample opportunity to assess that country’s atomic arms development, Congresswomen Carolyn Maloney announced last week she will oppose it when it comes up for a vote this month. Maloney (D–Queens/Manhattan) thus sides with other New York City and Queens lawmakers who oppose what would […]
The Fruits Of Our Labor
This coming Monday, September 7, many of us will take advantage of the day off to join family and friends in bidding adieu to summer and celebrating with picnics, the beach, barbecues at home or other fun outings. We hope everyone enjoyed all our fair borough has to offer during the summer, and the coming fall offers a happy medium […]
Letters to the Editor
Partake Responsibly To The Editor: Whether at a backyard barbecue or on the water this Labor Day weekend, remember to celebrate responsibly and include a designated driver or skipper if your plans include alcohol. Anheuser-Busch Sales & Service Of New York is committed to helping adults celebrate responsibly. These are our roads and we have a shared responsibility to keep […]
Team Kermit Near Cancer-Fighting Goal
Jay Binkowitz, of American Eye Care in Astoria, along with his wife, Bettina, participate in the annual Pan-Mass Challenge (PMC), a bike-athon of 192 miles every August. The Binkowitzes were just two of the 5,000 riders who helped raise $41 million last year. They are part of “Team Kermit,” which was formed in 2005 by cousins Steven, Ellen, Adam and […]
Simotas Celebrates Women’s History Art Contest Winners
On August 26, Assemblywoman Aravella Simotas celebrated the young Astoria artists who participated in her annual Women’s History Month drawing contest. The local elementary school students had the opportunity to meet with Simotas to discuss their projects and will have their artwork featured on the cover of next year’s contest packet. “The women’s rights movement began in our state, and […]
Medicare Options For Retirees Who Travel
Dear Savvy Senior, What are the best Medicare coverage options for retirees who travel a lot? Almost 65 Dear Almost, The best Medicare options for retirees who travel extensively depends on your destination. Let’s start with a quick review of the different coverage choices Medicare offers beneficiaries today. One option is Original Medicare, which has been around since 1966, and […]
