By Dr. David Samadi The PSA test is a blood test that measures the amount of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) in your blood. PSA is a protein produced by both cancerous and noncancerous tissue in the prostate. The test can detect high levels of PSA that may indicate the presence of prostate cancer. However, many other conditions, such as an enlarged […]
A Spectacular Community Celebration!
Central Astoria LDC’s International Cultural Festival:The Central Astoria Local Development Coalition’s “International Cultural Festival,” which took place at the Street Fair on Steinway Street, was a spectacular community celebration that attracted a tremendous audience. The audience was mesmerized and dazzled by the absolutely stupendous performances of Ballet Los Pampas with songs and dance of Argentina, Gimagua and the music of Colombia, the Greek-American Folklore Society, […]
El Anzuelo Fino
El Anzuelo Fino is a charming, traditional restaurant featuring the diverse and delicious cuisine of Peru. With 1,500 miles of coastline, and mountains in the interior, Peru’s cuisine offers a breadth of fish, seafood, meat, and chicken dishes that will astound you. This tidy, petite restaurant is easy to find on the corner of Northern Blvd. and 86th Street in […]
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Robert CribbieRobert Cribbie, a.k.a Avalanche Bob, is the pioneer of the yodeling-punk movement. A celebrity within the microcosmos of Jamaica, Queens, he’s been performing for over 60 years. Bob’s next album is currently being recorded, and he is the subject of last week’s Local-Express profile, Rafael Bergamaschi’s well-received short film, “Avalanche Bob.” QG: Why did you choose punk music, as opposed […]
Gregg Peters To Continue The King’s Legacy
Great News! New, unreleased Elvis songs are ready to be released by Gregg Peters and RCA. There are three gold records missing on the walls of Graceland which can’t be seen during the Gold Graceland Tour. The reason is that those titles were awarded years ago to Gregg Peters, the famed Elvis Tribute artist from New York. This marks Gregg […]
Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra HS Students Honor Ella Fitzgerald On Centennial
The Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment Commissioner Julie Menin presented a Mayoral Proclamation, declaring April 25 “Ella Fitzgerald Day” in New York City, in honor of what would have been her 100th birthday. Tony Bennett performed a song in her honor, and students from Frank Sinatra School of the Arts, a public arts high school founded by Tony Bennett […]
Siolas Presents Book At SJU 20th Anniversary
Dr. John G. Siolas presented his current book at the April 6 St. John’s University 20th anniversary celebration. His book, “The Greek American Experience III” is a comprehensive exploration of Greek language and culture. This analytical book includes the most up to date Hellenic websites and links to major articles and studies on the Greek language and civilization. Also included […]
Firefighter Loses Life Responding To Blaze In Ridgewood
One of New York City’s Bravest, William Tolley, fell to his death on Putnam Avenue in Ridgewood while climbing his ladder to fight a fire that broke out on the second floor of a five-story building located at 16-15 Putnam Avenue. The accident occurred as firefighter Tolley was being hoisted to the roof of the burning building to help ventilate […]