State Senator Toby Ann Stavisky (D-Flushing) and Assemblyman Andrew Hevesi honored Forest Hills High School with a Resolution commemorating the school’s 75th Anniversary. Forest Hills High School opened its doors on February 3rd, 1941. The building was hailed as an architectural masterpiece, with its simplified Georgian style architecture and a commanding view of Flushing Meadows Corona Park.Today, the school boasts […]
Greater Woodhaven’s 37th Anniversary Dinner Dance
The Greater Woodhaven Development Corporation held their 37th annual “Spring into Woodhaven” Anniversary Dinner Dance at the Woodhaven Manor on June 10th.
Lynne’s Riding Jazz Night
Lynne’s Riding Club is hosting a night of “Dancing in the Dirt” with Cowboy Jazz Night on July 1st. From 7 to 11 pm, bring your dancing boots, as your night will be filled with line dancing on an actual dirt floor, wine tasting and an art show to kick off your Fourth of July weekend. With a performance by […]
Woodhaven/Richmond Hill Senior Center’s Art Exhibit
The Open Studio Art Exhibition at the Woodhaven/Richmond Hill Senior Center is the final public event of New York City’s SU-CASA Creative Aging Program. It will be held on Thursday, June 23rd, from noon to 3 pm.In February, a group of creative seniors from Queens started their Studio Practice at the Woodhaven/Richmond Hill Senior Center. Starting with drawing, collage, watercolor […]
Constantinides, Boy Scouts Retire Worn American Flags
In honor of Flag Day, City Councilman Costa Constantinides and Boy Scouts of America Troop 65 of the Variety Boys & Girls Club gathered with several worn American flags. The flags were donated by residents as part of a Worn American Flag Retirement Drive at Constantinides’ office. The flags were donated to the Boy Scouts for a formal flag retirement […]
‘A New Airport For A New City’
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced on June 16 that construction on the new LaGuardia Airport has begun – marking the first complete rebuild of an airport in the United States in more than 20 years. The Governor, joined by Vice President Joe Biden, made the announcement as construction began on a new 1.3 million square foot, state-of-the-art 35-gate terminal, along […]
The Future Looks Bright For Astoria Students
Brains and brawn – the boys and girls at PS 70 have it all. Over the past month, PS 70 has excelled in academic and athletic excellence. PS 70 is a member of the Sports and Arts Foundation, an after-school program which aims to enrich the children of New York City in areas like academics, health and fitness, and their […]
Vallone Secures Third Straight Record Budget
On June 14th, the New York City Council passed a budget of $82.1 billion for fiscal year 2017. Councilman Paul Vallone has again secured a record amount of funding, nearly $6 million, for the residents of Northeast Queens, for much-needed capital and expense projects throughout the community. By working with City Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito, the Queens Delegation and Queens […]
UA Will Continure To Reel ‘Em In
Start spreading the news – the United Artists Kaufman Astoria Cinemas 14 won’t be facing a wrecking ball any time soon. Contrary to recently published reports, the theater complex on 38th Street and 35th Avenue in Long Island City will continue screening hits like “Finding Dory” and “Independence Day: Resurrection” under a recent buyout by the Kaufman Astoria Studios. Kaufman […]
UCCA Holds Annual BBQ In Astoria
Members of the United Community Civic Association (UCCA) gathered on the patio of the Central Bar & Lounge in Astoria on June 16th to celebrate a successful year of community events that have helped bring Queens residents together. UCCA President Rose Marie Poveromo, joined by Councilman Costa Constantinides, were all smiles as members arrived for this festive event. “We appreciate […]