This is a final reminder that police at the 114th Precinct will be hosting a forum on neighborhood safety and policing, a discussion of public safety challenges in neighborhoods within the confines of the command. The meeting will be held this afternoon, March 27th, at the Long Island City Branch of the Queens Library at 37-44 21st Street in Long […]
Speaking Out Against Congestion Pricing In State Budget
At a press conference at Tramway Plaza at the base of the Queensborough Bridge, a group of elected officials including Assembly Members David Weprin and Rodneyse Bichotte and Council Member Barry S. Grodenchik joined community advocates to oppose the inclusion of congestion pricing in the New York state budget. “As proposed, the plan would burden New York’s middle class families […]
Thieves Rob Thieves In Abandoned Dutch Kills House
Police are trying to unravel the circumstances that led to a bizarre assault inside an abandoned house in Dutch Kills last week. Police said two men who broke into the rear of a boarded-up home at 38-14 31st Street were robbed and assaulted by two other suspects, who broke into the front of the home at approximately the same time. […]
Greek Companies Seek Out US Markets
Prosperity is on the rise in Greece and Greek companies are once again looking for new opportunities in the United States. This year, 16 companies from Greece will participate in the Hermes Expo International. The companies will show off Greek foods and wines, tourism opportunities and other products and services from Greece to American consumers and potential business associates. “This […]
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Demetri BonarosActor, producer, translator Demetri Bonaros’ theater credits include Agamemnon, Can’t Pay, Won’t Pay, Measure for Measure, The Winter’s Tale, The Taming of the Shrew, the New York Innovative Theatre Awards-nominated The Caucasian Chalk Circle (actor/producer/composer), and various plays, musicals and operas at Two River Theatre, Stonington Opera House, Queens Theatre, Cell Theatre and elsewhere. His film credits include Esther (winner, […]
Ristorante Bar Italia
Ristorante “Bar Italia” on Broadway is a great new addition to the thriving dining scene in Astoria. Bar Italia’s sumptuous interior envelops you in warmth and invites you in to the sleek, curved bar serving up inventive cocktails, fine wine and craft beer. Dark wood floors and stacked brick walls flank the handsome bar and soft lighting adds the right […]
Astoria’s Greg Kritikos Lands The Lead In ‘Charlie Boy’
It has been said about New York City that if you can make it here, you can make it anywhere. Such is the case for Astoria-born and bred Gregory Kritikos, whose lifelong aspirations of becoming a leading actor have been realized in the upcoming motion picture, Charlie Boy. Kritikos, a professional comedian who has had bit roles in other projects […]
My Journey To The West III: Playground
Jackson Heights-based artist, Chemin Hsiao, has recently officially unveiled his new public mural, My Journey to the West III: Playground, at the store gate at 40-13 82nd Street. This mural is Chemin’s first public mural, but is part of his larger series that focuses on his personal journey from East to West. For more information on Chemin Hsiao and My […]
The Queens Chocolate Fest
The first annual Queens Chocolate Fest was held at Queens College on March 24th. Hundreds of attendees dove into delicious chocolate from every table. Promoters TJ and Jason were thrilled at the turnout filling Fitzgerald Gymnasium (65-30 Kissena Blvd., Flushing). The event featured chocolate fountains, sampling booths, local chocolatiers, specialty food vendors, live demonstrations and entertainment, such as chocolate dancers. […]
Billy Joel Thrills The Garden
I had the opportunity to attend the 62nd consecutive sold-out show by Billy Joel, in his monthly “residency” at Madison Square Garden on Thursday, March 21st. It turned into a special evening because I had the privilege of attending the show with Dino and Lillian Patras, who were attending their first rock concert ever. I myself had the chance to […]