Sept. 17, 2018 By Tara Law City Council Speaker Corey Johnson and Council Member Costa Constantinides will host a town hall in Astoria on Oct. 4. The event will be held at P.S. 171 Peter G. Van Alst, 14-14 29th Ave., at 6:30 p.m. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. Johnson and Constantinides will take… Read more »
Sept. 16, 2018 By Christian Murray The police are looking for a man who allegedly stole a straphanger’s wallet on the ‘N’ train earlier this month. The suspect allegedly took a 22-year-old man’s wallet at around 4:45 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 9, on the N train. The victim discovered his wallet missing in the vicinity… Read more »
Sept. 14, 2018 By Tara Law A number of civic leaders are hosting a clean up in Astoria Sunday– as they call on the Sanitation Department to introduce street cleaning in order to tidy up several garbage-strewn streets. The organizers— the Old Astoria Neighborhood Association, Family Church, Astoria Houses Residents Association and Council Member Costa Constantinides—… Read more »
Sept. 14, 2018 By Tara Law A developer has filed permits for a 5-story mixed-use building on Astoria Boulevard. The building, which is planned for 12-22 Astoria Blvd., will feature 10 apartments and a commercial space on the first floor and cellar. Three apartments will be located on each story from floors two to five,… Read more »
Sept. 13, 2018 By Tara Law An Astoria Indian restaurant has been temporarily closed by the Health Department. Tikka Indian Grill, which is located at 34-14 30th Ave., was closed after an inspection on Sept. 11. The restaurant received 65 violation points for infractions such as evidence of mice or live mice and flies. The… Read more »
Sept. 13, 2018 By Tara Law Cyclists are more likely to report blocked bike lanes along parts of Vernon Boulevard than anywhere else in the City, a company that analyzes city data has revealed. NYC 311 received more reports about blocked bike lanes on Vernon Boulevard between 44th Drive and 45th Road in the last… Read more »
Sept. 12, 2018 By Tara Law The owner of an Astoria clothing boutique received national recognition last week for her work championing small businesses. Nicole Panettieri, owner of the Brass Owl at 36-19 Ditmars Blvd., was one of five finalists for the “America’s Retail Champion” award. Trade organization National Retail Foundation hands out the award each… Read more »
Sept. 11, 2018 By Christian Murray The police are looking for a man who allegedly robbed Alma Bank in Astoria Saturday. The suspect entered the 41-02 Broadway branch at 10:40 a.m. and handed the bank teller a note demanding money, police said. The teller complied and handed over $3,000 in cash. The suspect fled on… Read more »
Sept. 11, 2018 By Tara Law A 10,000 square foot children’s play center with giant slides, rock climbing walls, ball pits and other attractions has opened on 37th Avenue. Kanga’s Playcenter and Cafe opened at 32-15 37th Ave. yesterday. The center, which is intended for kids ages 1 to 11, offers a large interactive area… Read more »
Sept. 10, 2018 By Tara Law A deli offering big-bite sandwiches opened in the western section of Astoria on Friday. Compton’s Delicatessen is now serving specialty sandwiches, smoothies and coffee drinks at 30-02 14th St., the former location of Château le Woof. The deli specializes in thick sandwiches on gourmet bread, including “The Tony,” (prosciutto,… Read more »