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Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines to join American Airlines at JFK Terminal 8

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Apr. 23, 2025 By Athena Dawson Travelers flying to Alaska and Hawaii from John F. Kennedy International Airport can now enjoy more streamlined connections and upgraded amenities, as Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines begin relocating their operations to Terminal 8 (T8), American Airlines announced on Tuesday, April 22. The move will allow for easier…

Walk, connect, belong: Queens Girls Who Walk builds friendship and wellness one step at a time

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Apr. 23, 2025 By Jessica Militello Walking just 20 minutes a day can boost your mood, memory, and overall health—but for Queens Girls Who Walk, it’s about more than steps and stamina. The Northeast Queens-based group turns a simple stroll into a powerful space for connection, community, and support among women of all ages.…

González-Rojas pushes for ‘Speak Your Truth Act’ to shield survivors from defamation suits

Apr. 23, 2025 By sobrien April 23, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas joined fellow lawmakers, legal experts and survivors of sexual assault on Tuesday to call for the passage of the Speak Your Truth Act, legislation aimed at protecting survivors who speak publicly about abuse from retaliatory defamation lawsuits. At a…

Hello Kitty Cafe Truck to stop in Flushing for one-day appearance on May 3

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Apr. 23, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Flushing is getting a little sweeter — and a whole lot pinker. The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck, a popular mobile pop-up known for its signature pink aesthetic and themed desserts, will make its only New York City appearance in Flushing on Saturday, May 3, as part of its…

Major Con Edison project begins in LIC to boost energy reliability across Western Queens

Apr. 23, 2025 By sobrien April 23, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Con Edison has kicked off a major infrastructure project in Western Queens as part of efforts to ensure continued reliable electric service in one of the fastest-growing parts of the city. The Reliable Clean City – Long Island City project, a $125 million investment…

FDNY lieutenant saves dog from burning Elmhurst home during two-alarm blaze

Apr. 23, 2025 By Czarinna Andres April 23, 2025 By Lloyd Mitchell and Czarinna Andres A Queens firefighter is being hailed as a hero after rescuing an unconscious dog from a burning home during a two-alarm fire in Elmhurst on Tuesday afternoon. The fire broke out at around 3:30 p.m. at 86-05 57th St.,…

Mets and NYON unveil co-branded apparel collection with New Era and MLB

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Apr. 22, 2025 By Ethan Marshall The New York Mets and lifestyle and apparel brand New York or Nowhere (NYON) announced the launch of their co-branded collection of Mets apparel, in partnership with New Era Cap and Major League Baseball. “This collaboration with the New York Mets and New York or Nowhere brings us…

Woman sought in anti-Asian hate crime on R train near Queens Plaza: NYPD

Apr. 22, 2025 By bparry April 22, 2025 By Bill Parry The NYPD’s Hate Crimes Task Force is investigating an anti-Asian assault that occurred on board an R train in Long Island City on the night of Wednesday, April 16. A 29-year-old woman was riding a northbound R train approaching Queens Plaza subway station…

Sunnyside Restaurant Week returns with deals at over 50 local eateries

Apr. 22, 2025 By sobrien April 22, 2025 By Shane O’Brien The annual Sunnyside Restaurant Week officially kicks off Tuesday, April 22, featuring deals at more than 50 local restaurants to showcase the neighborhood as a true culinary destination. The two-week culinary celebration, running through Sunday, May 4, allows Sunnyside residents and out-of-towners alike to…