U.S. Rep. Grace Meng, joined by seven other members of the New York City Congressional Delegation, sent a letter to the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) on October 12 calling on the agency to work with borrowers who used Queens-based Melrose Credit Union to finance the purchase of New York City taxi medallions. In February, NCUA assumed control of Melrose […]
Call On USTR To Protect Sex Trafficking Victims In NAFTA Negotiations
Following President Trump’s meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and in light of the ongoing North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) negotiations, Congresswoman Carolyn B. Maloney (D-NY) joined Congressmembers Ann Wagner (R-MO), Joyce Beatty (DOH), and Chris Smith (R-NJ) on a joint letter to United States Trade Representative Robert E. Lighthizer raising concerns about the Computer & Communications Industry […]
The Mary Louis Academy’s Students Of Honor
Caroline Powell, a senior from The Mary Louis Academy has been named a Commended Student in the 2017 National Merit Scholarship Program. Commended Students are those who placed among the top five percent of more than 1.5 million high school seniors who entered the 2017 competition by taking the 2016 Preliminary SAT/Nation Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). In addition, TMLA […]
UCCA Hosts Free Astoria Community Shredding Event
On Saturday, October 14, The United Community Civic Association (UCCA) hosted its Free Community Shredding event at St. Francis of Assisi in Astoria on 45th Street. UCCA President Rose Marie Poveromo, was very pleased with the turnout. “Almost 50 families, mostly from Astoria, took advantage of the opportunity to bring their important papers that were no longer needed to be […]
New Commander Of 114th Pct., Electeds Speak At Dutch Kills
The Dutch Kills Civic Association’s meeting for October was held at Growing Up Green Charter School. The meeting included an appearance by the new commander of the 114th Police Precinct, two elected officials and a lively discussion about Airbnb that brought the meeting to a close. Commander Officer Captain Osvaldo Nuñez introduced himself by saying that in nearly 22 years […]
Meng Holds Congressional App Contest
U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens) announced that she is encouraging students at local middle schools and high schools to enter her Congressional “app” competition. The contest, entitled the “2017 Congressional App Challenge,” is part of a nationwide competition held by the House of Representatives in which students compete by creating and exhibiting an app (application) for mobile, tablet or computer […]
Ziki Bar
Ziki Bar is a sliver of a space just near the edge of Astoria Park on Ditmars Blvd. This absolutely charming bar and café packs a lot of delicious food, fabulous cocktails, and lovely ambience into its petite location. Ziki Bar opened in March by the adorable, charming owner Zsolt Csonka who is originally from Hungary. Zsolt (or “George” as […]
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Moran EtsteinMoran Etstein, Founder of Drizzle, Inc., is an Israeliborn chocolate artist who has created and developed her own line of mini chocolate mannequins adorned with handmade chocolate outfits and accessories known as “Chocolate Fashionistas.” Moran has always been fascinated by the diverse aspects of fashion design. She loves a variety of textures, prints and fabrics. Her designs are influenced by […]
Steinway Street Sale Days
Steinway Street Sale Days, held Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, October 13, 14, and 15 was a blast as always, enjoyed by the whole community. Shoppers found bargains, delicious food and entertainment. Richard the Magician was a hit with kids of all ages, amusing the crowd with jokes and tricks, bubbles and face-painting. Restaurants, cafes, and bakeries served up delicious meals […]