As we attempt to recover from the joy of the holidays – some time after contacting all our loved ones, enjoying our new Christmas goodies, and celebrating the beginning of 2019 – we might feel the need to make a fresh start, and our thoughts naturally turn to how to “do it right” this time around. Have you determined your […]
Letters to the Editor
Liquor License Inappropriate A copy of this letter was received at the offices of the Queens Gazette.December 20, 2018New York State Liquor Authority80 S. Swan Street, 9th FloorAlbany, New York 12210Re: Vernon Wine & Liquor, Inc. Queens L1312895 Dear Members of the Authority: I am writing to express my unequivocal opposition to granting Vernon Wine & Liquor, Inc. a liquor […]
Funds Raised, Food Collected For Community Organizations
The Astoria/LIC Kiwanis Club kicked off the holiday season by donating over 100 turkeys to help those in need in the community. One recipient was the QSAC organization that helps autistic individuals and their families. Led by Astoria/LIC Kiwanis Club President Linda Perno, the goal was to try to help those who need it, and to brighten their holiday season. […]
Cuomo Signs Simotas’ Sexual Assault Bill Of Rights
Assembly Member Aravella Simotas thanked Governor Andrew Cuomo for signing into law the bill she sponsored increasing protections and rights for sexual assault survivors by creating a sexual assault survivor Bill of Rights. Assembly Member Simotas said: “This is a great day that puts in place a missing protection for sexual assault survivors and brings more compassion to the law […]
Thanking The Community For Donations To Holiday Gift Drive
Assembly Member Edward C. Braunstein (D-Bayside) “wrapped up” his office’s 8th Annual Holiday Gift Drive for veterans and needy and hospitalized children. Once again, thousands of toys for children, as well as hundreds of items for veterans, including new clothing, candy, toiletries, and puzzles, were donated by 16 schools, numerous civic and senior organizations, and several hundred local residents. “I […]
Hundreds Of Toys Donated To Annual Holiday Toy Drive
Assembly Member David I. Weprin sustained a successful holiday tradition by hosting the 24th Assembly District’s 5th annual Holiday Toy Drive this year. Weprin distributed hundreds of new toys and used toys in good condition to the children of the Boys & Girls Club of Metro Queens and HeartShare Cuomo First Step Early Childhood Center in Richmond Hill on Wednesday, […]
School Bus Bill Proposes Switch From Diesel To Electric
There are about 480,000 school buses in the US and about 95% of them run on diesel fuel, according to a report by the Public Interest Research Group Education Fund. Before the school holiday winter recess, the NYC Council Committee on Environmental Protection, chaired by Council Member Costa Constantinides, heard a proposed law to replace all of the city’s school […]
The Pulpit
Times and dates are subject to change. Please call event sponsors to confirm. To list your event, send info to qgazette@aol.com, or 42- 16 34th Ave, Astoria 11101, TWO weeks prior to the event for proper coverage. ASTORIA ADVENTIST CHURCH: Fridays, 7 pm: Small group video seminar, MoreAbout Jesus, with Christian writers and speakersMaurice Venden and Lee Venden. Saturdays, 11 […]
Bean’s & Lager KITCHEN AND BAR
Start the New Year off right with a visit to Bean’s & Lager Kitchen and Bar. Our first restaurant review of the new year features Bean’s & Lager which is celebrating its first year in Astoria, serving high caliber food, cocktails, beers, and fine Juan Valdez coffee (that’s the beans). This decidedly cool, modern, restaurant and bar run by hospitable […]
RIOULT Dance Company To Offer Three Weeks Of Free Classes
In an effort to support the public with their artistic New Year’s resolutions, the Queens-based RIOULT Dance Center aims to alleviate the financial burden of early 2019 goals with three weeks of free classes, from January 2-19 (34-01 Steinway St, Astoria NY 11101). A sampling of their full adult program, free classes will include barre fitness, zumba, capoeira (Brazilian martial […]