Senator Stavisky, joined by campaign volunteers, urged residents within Senate District 16 to register to vote before the state and local primary deadline. The senator, who is seeking re-election to represent the 16th Senate District, believes elections are a time for voters to let their elected officials know how they’re doing. A long-time advocate for increasing voter registration access, particularly […]
Take Precautions To Avoid Zika During Trips Abroad
The Zika virus is causing devastating birth defects in countries with outbreaks of the virus. It also causes bad pregnancy outcomes, like miscarriage and stillbirth, and can cause serious neurological problems as well. Zika is a virus primarily spread through mosquito bites, but unlike other mosquito-borne viruses such as dengue, it can also be spread through sexual activity. Many people […]
8 Ways to Keep Your Brain Healthy and Sharp
The brain is the body’s most complex organ. It’s also the most important one. That’s why keeping it healthy is critical, especially as you age. Every day, scientists are discovering how closely our minds and bodies are connected. As it turns out, the things that you do to keep your body and heart healthy may also be good for your […]
NEW GRAND BUFFET
Beat the heat of the kitchen this summer and enjoy a Grand Buffet of Chinese, Japanese, and international cuisine at New Grand Buffet. Conveniently located near lots of shopping on 48th Street near Northern Blvd., New Grand Buffet literally has something for everyone, including kids! The spacious, casual dining room allows for large groups of families and friends to enjoy […]
Simple Steps To Protect Yourself From Melanoma Skin Cancer
Dear Savvy Senior, Does skin cancer run in families? My 63- year-old brother died of melanoma last year, and I’m wondering about my risks of getting this. What can you tell me? Younger Sibling Dear Sibling, While long-term sun exposure and sunburns are the biggest risk factors for melanoma – the deadliest form of skin cancer – having a sibling […]
Popeyes: Popping Up In Astoria
On the corner of 48th Street and 34th Avenue, a new franchise of one of America’s best-loved fast food chains is slated to open on July 12. Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, serving delicious southern food (with one or two twists) for over 40 years, has designated Astoria as one of its newest homes. Alvin C. Copeland Sr. opened the first Popeyes […]
Come Celebrate Louis Armstrong With Dr. John
As the world remembers jazz luminary Louis Armstrong, who passed away almost exactly 45 years ago, the 3rd Annual Louis Armstrong’s Wonderful World Festival where Satchmo’s deep impact on American culture will be celebrated on Saturday, July 16 in Flushing Meadows Corona Park, the site of the 1939 and 1964 World’s Fairs, steps away from the USTA and Citi Field, […]
20 Years Later, Flight 800 Crash Raises Questions
TWA Flight 800 departed JFK International Airport at 8:19 p.m. on July 17, 1996 with 230 people on board, headed to Paris. Twelve minutes and 96 miles later, the Boeing 747 jetliner burst into flames over the Atlantic Ocean off East Moriches, L.I., tumbling from the sky and setting the sea on fire. Twenty years later, multiple theories and possible […]
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 Christianwriters and speakers Maurice Venden andLee Venden.•Saturdays, 3 pm: Bible Study […]