Abandoned Gas Station This letter was emailed to and forwarded, with his response, by CouncilMember Daniel Dromm to the offices ofthe Queens Gazette:September 6, 2018To Council Member Daniel Dromm:RE: illegal use of abandoned gas station in Queens Please review the many years of complaints against the abandoned Shell gas station located at 71-02 thru 71-10 Northern Blvd in Queens. The […]
Avella Rallies with Community Members, And Advocacy Groups to Save SHSAT
NYS Senator Tony Avella stood with advocacy groups, community members, and elected officials at Foley Square in Manhattan on September 9, rallying to save the Specialized High School Admissions Test. Avella and the attendees called for people to vote in the primary on Thursday, September 13 for elected officials that support the SHSAT. Senator Avella said, “I will continue fighting […]
Van Bramer, Queens Library Celebrate Record Funding
On September 6th, New York City Council Member Jimmy Van Bramer joined Queens Library President & CEO Dennis Walcott, Council Member I. Daneek Miller, the Queens Library Guild, Local 1321 President John Hyslop and library workers to celebrate the record funding for NYC public library systems in the Fiscal Year 2019 budget. The FY 2019 budget included $95 million in […]
Astoria Bookshop September Events
It’s time to say goodbye to summer and hello to fall! Astoria Bookshop has an exciting roster of authors coming into the Bookshop – including two Queens residents, Jennifer Baker, and Suzi Siegel! Remember that you can always see the full calendar on the Astoria Bookshop website, www.astoriabookshop.com. A River of Images: An Evening of Punjabi Poetry with Ajmer Rode […]
Gianaris’ Bill Protects Children From Lead In Schools, Parks
NYS Senator Michael Gianaris introduced legislation (S.9160) mandating lead inspections of sinks and water fountains at schools and parks throughout New York State. “Too many children are exposed to lead and other harmful substances at public places where they should be safe,” said Senator Gianaris. “This proposal would reduce the risk of exposure and ensure our schools and parks are […]
Propose New School At Former Sports Authority Site
The School Construction Authority (SCA) is proposing development of a massive school “campus” at a site formerly occupied by a Sports Authority store on Northern Boulevard and Broadway in Woodside. Preliminary plans call for development of a multiple-use school building at 51-30 Northern Boulevard, located within District School Board 30 in Queens. The district encompasses neighborhoods booming with residential development, […]
A Candid Interview With Assembly Member Brian Barnwell
District 30 Assembly Member Brian Barnwell and I sat in his office, located at 55-19 69th St in Maspeth, to discuss the upcoming election, and his efforts since taking office. I was only there a few minutes, before an elderly gentlemen came into the office seeking aid. Barnwell immediately addressed the man by name, telling him to make additional notes […]
Pollos A La Brasa Mario
Fresh ingredients bursting with Colombian flavor is what Pollos a la Brasa Mario has to offer. You’ll smell the tantalizing aromas on Broadway as you approach the colorful restaurant on the corner of 41st Street in Astoria. At Pollos a la Brasa Mario, you are sure to enjoy the great food, friendly service, and affordable prices as you dine on […]
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David CloseDavid Close is the artistic director and conductor of the Oratorio Society of Queens and founder, artistic director and conductor of the Orchestral Arts Ensemble of Queens. He is the music director and conductor of the Great Neck Choral Society and the founder and artistic director emeritus of Musica Reginae Productions, a professional classical music production arts organization in Queens. […]
Bandfest IV At The Bohemian Hall Beer Garden
It was a beautiful day for music. The fourth annual Bandfest, hosted and created by Astoria native Erick Benitez, was gifted with outstanding weather in the outdoor beer garden at Bohemian Hall (29-19 24th Avenue in Astoria) on Saturday, August 25. The scent of grilled bratwurst and kielbasa sausages wafted through the air accompanied by ever-flowing Czech beer and a […]