At Central Lounge (20-30 Steinway St.), on June 15, the patio was filled with smiling, laughing people as President Rose Marie Poveromo and the members of the United Community Civic Association (UCCA) gathered at their annual barbecue. Attendees included representatives from Mount Sinai Queens, the Astoria/Long Island City Kiwanis Club, and several officers of the 114th Police Precinct, all sanguinely […]

On June 15, the United Community Civic Association, under the leadership of its President Rose Marie Poveromo, held its Annual Barbecue to thank the many volunteers and supporters throughout the year. The annual dinner fundraiser was held at the Central Lounge located at 20-30 Steinway St. in Astoria. It brings together the many different volunteers and officers who work together […]

Thank you so much for running the features having to do with flag etiquette in the June 14, 2017 edition. Having been involved with events and flags during my U.S. Air Force service, corporate careers, Queens College employment, and many community organizations, I have been able to assure that the U.S. flag has been treated with proper respect. I certainly […]