On Tuesday, April 10, Assembly Member Catherine Nolan joined the LIC Coalition, Hunters Point Civic Association, Court Square Civic Association, Justice for All Coalition and her colleagues in government at City Hall to speak out against the city’s proposal to develop on a parcel of public land at 44th Drive in Long Island City. “This property is city-owned and any […]
Astoria, The New Arts District
A panel discussion was given on Astoria as the new art district, an avant garde, cool, hot, and hip place to work and live; and how development there has to be a planned, thought-out process with multiple steps of implementation, including the community in the process. The panel consisted of Hal Rosenbluth, President and CEO of Kaufman Astoria Studios (KAS); […]
I On Politics
CROWLEY RE SYRIA AIR STRIKES: TRUMP MUST WORK WITH CONGRESS; ADDRESS PUTIN’S ROLE: House Democratic Caucus Chair Joe Crowley (D-NY) issued the following statement after President Trump announced airstrikes against the Syrian regime: “The horrifying chemical weapon attacks on innocent civilians is a war crime and Bashar al-Assad and his regime must be held accountable. “However, airstrikes alone will not […]
Gianaris Bill Passes Unanimously
NYS Senator Michael Gianaris announced that his proposal stiffening penalties on drivers without valid licenses who kill or injure passed the State Senate on April 16. The legislation (S.3299) passed the Senate unanimously. Gianaris first introduced the bill following the 2013 death of eight-year-old Noshat Nahian and redoubled his efforts following the tragic death of Ridgewood teen Kevin Flores this […]
For That Most Joyous & Important Day
This week’s issue of the Gazette is dedicated to those planning to get married. Our Bridal Issue was put together with all kinds of ideas for those planning their weddings. We have pulled together the latest thinking in pulling off the perfect wedding, plus the borough’s specialists whose daily lives are focused around creating the perfect wedding for each and […]
Letters to the Editor
Sunnyside Yard Project To The Editor: Recent news that the NYC Economic Development Corporation has hired an architect to continue progression of the proposed Sunnyside Yard Project still leaves a major unresolved issue. How would this project work without significant transportation improvements? Both Amtrak and NJ Transit use the existing Sunnyside Yard for midday and overnight storage along with positioning […]
QCH Receives Algorhythm’s HI Impact Award
Queens Community House (QCH) has been recognized as a recipient of Algorhythm’s 2018 HI Impact Award. The award, given to programs and organizations demonstrating exceptional success in youth development, reflects QCH’s commitment to serving youth in the borough of Queens. Executive Director Ben Thomases said, “QCH has long been recognized in the city for its strong youth development programming, and […]
Julie Chen Establishes Scholarship For St. Francis Prep Students
CBS television personality Julie Chen (“The Talk,” “Big Brother”), St. Francis Prep Class of 1987, has agreed to make a very generous donation of $250,000 to establish a permanent scholarship fund that will assist deserving girls who may otherwise find it financially difficult to attend the Fresh Meadows-based high school. St. Francis Prep is administered by the Franciscan Brothers of […]
CALDC Announces 4th Annual Celebrate Astoria! International Cultural Festival
The Central Astoria Local Development Coalition (CALDC) and Council Member Costa Constantinides announced the 4th annual International Cultural Festival taking place on Sunday, April 29 at the Street Fair on Steinway Street. There will be representatives from a great variety of countries demonstrating the music and dance of their cultures, reflecting the rich diversity and kaleidoscope of people that make […]
New Powerhouse Gym Opens In Long Island City
The fast-growing neighborhood of Long Island City added its newest amenity with the opening of Powerhouse Gym at the Apple Building (30-30 Northern Boulevard), providing another attraction for the growing commercial and residential community. A top player in the fitness industry for nearly 45 years, Powerhouse Gym occupies more than 10,000 square feet of space on the building’s ground floor. […]