What started as a humble little pizzeria on 21st Avenue in East Elmhurst in 2012, has been transformed into a full-service restaurant, bar, catering hall, and deli. Of course, there’s still plenty of Antonio’s famous pizza, hot, crispy crusted, and delicious. Drop in after work for a cocktail or glass of wine at the handsome bar, then enjoy a hearty […]
Queens Women ‘Leading The Way’ At Resorts World Casino NYC
Resorts World Casino New York City has announced its partnership with the Queens Historical Society to celebrate Women’s History Month this month. The exhibit celebrates the life and works of six women who changed the world and called Queens home. The Red Wall Art Gallery will showcase photos, artifacts, documents, and letters in its Leading the Way exhibit until March […]
Farewell Yellow Brick Road
On Wednesday March 6th, my wife and I had the opportunity to attend Elton John’s 70th sold out show at Madison Square Garden. As Elton John proceeds through his Farewell Yellowbrick Road Tour, which he says is his last, there is nothing like a two-day stop over at MSG. From the opening chords of Bennie and the Jets to the […]
Early History Of Cinema In Queens
Journalist and author, Jason D. Antos, will present an Early History of Cinema in Queens at the Queens Historical Society on Sunday, March 31st, from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Since the early days of cinema, Queens has played an integral part in serving as the perfect set-piece for films of all genres. Queens has been the location of various […]
Local-Express
Haiku HandsAustralia’s favorite collective, Haiku Hands, has shared their aptly titled new single, “Dare You Not To Dance,” ahead of their upcoming tour. This song is an outcome of exploration between Haiku Hands, Joel Ma (Joelistics) and Angus Stuart (El’ Gusto), “a bold maneuver made to taunt, provoke and defy,” the band stated. The single comes on the heels of the […]
Vallone Passes Bill To Combat Reckless Developers
Last week, the City Council unanimously passed Council Member Paul Vallone’s bill to allow the Department of Buildings (DOB) to issue a stop work order whenever a notice to revoke is given in order to promote safety at construction sites, and to ensure that construction ceases when there is evidence that work is occurring in violation of the law. Civic […]
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, More About Jesus, with Christian writers and speakers Maurice Venden and LeeVenden.• Saturdays, […]
Senator Stavisky Speaks To Students About Tuition Assistance
New York State Senator Toby Stavisky, chair of the Committee on Higher Education (l.), spoke to scores of students at a rally at the Million Dollar Staircase at the State Capitol. Stavisky focused on the need to restore the governor’s cuts to the opportunity programs and the need to make college more affordable and accessible.
NYPD Now Wearing Body Cameras
All NYPD uniformed patrol officers, including police officers, sergeants and lieutenants assigned to every New York City precinct, transit district and police service area (housing), are now equipped with body-worn cameras after distributing approximately 20,000 cameras, the largest such deployment in the nation. “This completed roll-out marks a significant milestone for the NYPD,” said Police Commissioner James P. O’Neill in […]
Baseball Hall Of Famer Tom Seaver Dementia Diagnosis
Photo Vinny DuPre The Seaver family announced on March 7th that Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Seaver, 74, has recently been diagnosed with dementia. A statement they released states, “Tom will continue to work in his beloved vineyard at his California home, but has chosen to completely retire from public life. The family is deeply appreciative of those who have […]