To The Editor:I am glad that LaGuardia Airport will be renovated. Also I heard that crime decreased in NYC. To me that is not the case. I always hear on the radio every day that there is a murder, rape, stabbing, shooting, mugging or some other violent crime committed. Are statistics altered?I believe in more strategic policing and more banning […]
St. Anastasia Knights Of Columbus Blood Drive
I would like to report that the St. Anastasia Knights of Columbus ran a Blood Drive for St. Anastasia Parish on June 5th in Douglaston. They collected 65 pints of blood. The parish of St. Anastasia and those in the surrounding communities gave the gift of life. Boy Scout Troop 153’s help was immeasurable, said Grand Knight Frederick Bedell, Jr., […]
Upgraded Wastewater Treatment Improves Air Quality
New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Acting Commissioner Steven Lawitts joined with Councilman Costa Constantinides to announce on June 6th that work has been completed on the installation of aluminum covers and odor control units on each of the four sludge tanks located at the Bowery Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant in Astoria. The $3 million project ensures that […]
Congregation Ohr Natan Celebrates 30th Anniversary
Congregation Ohr Natan, a preeminent shul and community center for the large and increasingly organized Bukharian Jewish population of Queens since 1986, celebrated their 30th Anniversary with a festival that drew moe than 550 people to the Congregation’s home in the iconic Trylon Theater on Queens Blvd on Sunday, May 29th. Ohr Natan is in the midst of difficult negotiations to keep their […]
St. Michael’s Cemetery Dedicates Wall Of Remembrance
St. Michael’s Cemetery dedicated its Wall Of Remembrance on Saturday, June 4th. The memorial Blessing and Dedication was presided over by The Reverend Katherine Flexer, the Rector of St. Michael’s. She led the event in prayer and also was instrumental in orchestrating the entire program. Dennis Werner, General Manager at St. Michael’s explained the origins of the wall and the […]
Astoria Residents Attend Annual Community Health Fair
On Saturday, June 4th, Queens residents from in and around Astoria joined elected officials to learn about improving their health at Mount Sinai Queens and United Community Civic Association’s Annual Community Health Fair. This year’s health fair was held from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at Kaufman Astoria Studios. United Community Civic Association under the leadership of its President, Rose […]
American Legion Post 1836’s Memorial Day Ceremony
American Legion Post 1836 conducted its annual Memorial Day Ceremony honoring our nation’s military personnel who have made the supreme sacrifice for our country. Post 1836 hangs red, white and blue floral wreaths in memory and honor of these great heroes every Memorial Day. Assemblywoman Marge Markey and Councilman Costa Constantinides were Post 1836’s Guests of Honor at the ceremony […]
Schumer Urges Port Authority To Expedite Noise Study
U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer urged the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey on June 1st to complete its Part 150 noise studies as quickly and thoroughly as possible so that it can begin taking noise mitigation steps. The Part 150 studies aim to evaluate noise impacts to the communities surrounding JFK and LaGuardia Airport and, once complete, […]
Being The Best Pet Parents
This is our pet issue, and we are featuring superior pet services and supply places, as well as some stories for you pet lovers out there. Pets are right after humans, in our list of who we love, protect and look after. They are our best friends, companions, beloved and compassionate “fur babies.” And they love us right back – […]