The Daily News Annual 2016 Golden Gloves Tournament Semifinals, presented by the East River Kiwanis was held at the Chian Federation Wednesday, March 23, at 44- 01 Broadway, Astoria. Participants paid $25 each for general admission and $50 for VIP admission, thus contributing to Kamp Kiwanis, Hour Children and the Catholic Lawyers Guild Law Students Scholarship Fund. “None of this […]
Do Not Cut Anti-Terror Funds
Our heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to the people of Brussels, the scene of horrifying terrorism at an airport and train station packed with people. These attacks are an atrocity and must be prevented at all costs, whether in Europe or right here in our homeland. In light of this most recent attack, naturally, our thoughts turn to what […]
Tolls Still A Bad Idea
It is still early in 2016, yet we are moving quickly toward the end of the budget process for state and city lawmakers. But the idea of putting tolls on our now free East River bridges – also called a “congestion pricing scheme” – keeps coming back to haunt us in Queens, in particular, after many years. The Gazette remains […]
Letters to the Editor
Trump Reenacts 1934 To The Editor: On August 2, 1934 the German Army assembled and stated with arms raised, “I swear by God this sacred oath to the Leader of the German Empire and people, Adolph Hitler….” On March 5, 2016 Trump asked supporters to raise their right arms and “solemnly swear” that they would vote for him. Remarkable how […]
Astoria Dance Centre’s Pediatric Cancer Dance-A-Thon
Astoria Dance Centre has pledged their support for The Andréa Rizzo Foundation’s nationwide fundraising effort, “Dance Across America,” for the sixth year in a row. They will be holding a dance-a-thon in honor of the Foundation on Sunday, April 10, at 4 pm at the studio, located at 42-16 28th Avenue, 2nd Floor in Astoria. “Dance Across America” is one […]
Local Express
KC AroraQueens native KC Arora is an up-and-coming comedian and contestant in the new series, “New York’s Funniest” that premiered March 17 on Seeso. KC Arora is from Flushing, but KC says one look at him has complete strangers asking, “But where are you REALLY from?” KC shares his hilarious insights on being first generation Indian-American while navigating the ins and […]
The Pulpit
Times and dates are subject to change. Please call event sponsors to confirm. To list your event, send info to qgazette@aol.com, or 42-16 34th Ave, Astoria 11101, TWO weeks prior to the event for proper coverage. Astoria Adventist Church:Fridays, 7 pm: Small group video seminar,More About Jesus, with Christian writers andspeakers Maurice Venden and Lee Venden.Saturdays, 3 pm: Bible Study […]
Upcoming Kiwanis Of Astoria-LIC Street Festival
On April 10 visit the annual Kiwanis of Astoria-LIC Street Festival on 31st Street, between Ditmars Blvd. and 21st Avenue. See the wide assortment of vendors, merchants, food, rides and games and take home a new furry friend from the Mobile Pet Adoption trailer. Learn about Fire Safety with the FDNY Smokehouse. Join them for a day of entertainment, shopping […]
Trinity Lutheran’s 125th Anniversary Celebration
On April 16 Trinity Lutheran Church will offer another event in celebration of its 125-year heritage. The celebration begins with the ringing of bells by Trinity Bell Choir Ringers, directed by Richard Walker. An important part of their history and worship, the bells were originally donated to Trinity in 1984 by the Albano family in memory of their 16-year-old daughter, […]