Oct. 25, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Oct. 25, 2024 By Czarinna Andres October marks Filipino American History Month, a time to recognize Filipino Americans’ contributions and rich cultural heritage across the country. In honor of this celebration, the New York chapter of the National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA), in partnership with Assembly Member… Read more »
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Queens to host 30 car-free Trick-or-Streets events for Halloween: DOT
Oct. 25, 2024 By Shane O’Brien The New York City Department of Transportation has announced a record number of 147 car-free Trick-or-Streets locations across the five boroughs for Halloween, including 30 locations in Queens. Now in its third year, the Trick or Streets initiative aims to help children enjoy Halloween safely while allowing all…
Driving to new heights: Skyline Tower in LIC offers Porsche with select penthouse purchases
Oct. 25, 2024 By emarshall Oct. 25, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Skyline Tower, one of the tallest buildings in all of Queens, is offering those who purchase select penthouse units a 2024 Porsche 911 Turbo S now through Dec. 31. There are currently eight penthouse listings on Skyline Tower’s site, ranging in sales price from… Read more »
Yesterday’s Children honors five beloved elders at 14th annual salute in Queens
Oct. 24, 2024 By Tangerine Clarke Yesterday’s Children Community Salute, which shares love, honor, obedience, gratitude, and unity, was conceived by Glenda Cadogan, a writer, communications specialist, and director of Mauby Media Services. On Oct. 13, the 14th Annual event was celebrated with a vibrant presentation. In the words of Trinidadian Calypsonian Winston “Gypsy” Peters […]
LaGuardia crowned best airport in United States by Forbes Travel Guide following $8 billion transformation
Oct. 24, 2024 By Bill Parry The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey proudly announced on Oct. 22 that Forbes Travel Guide selected LaGuardia Airport as the best airport in the United States a decade after then-Vice President Joe Biden likened the transportation hub to one that would be found in a…
Demolition permits filed for three 2-story LIC commercial buildings
Oct. 24, 2024 By emarshall Oct. 24, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Permits have been filed to demolish three commercial buildings in Long Island City, across the Queensbridge Houses North. Located at 10-03 40th Ave., 10-05 40th Ave., and 10-07 40th Ave., each of these buildings is two stories high. All three buildings are 23 feet… Read more »
LIC BID expansion approved, doubling coverage and bringing enhanced services to the neighborhood in 2025
Oct. 23, 2024 By sobrien Oct. 23, 2024 By Shane O’Brien The Office of the New York State Comptroller has approved the expansion of the LIC Business Improvement District (BID), allowing the BID to offer services in the expansion area from Jan. 1, 2025. The expansion, which more than doubles the number of block faces… Read more »
Housing lottery launches for 150 units in mixed-use LIC building, rent starts at $2,900
Oct. 23, 2024 By emarshall Oct. 23, 2024 By Ethan Marshall New York City, in partnership with The Domain Companies, LMXD, the VOREA Group and Bridge Investment Group, has launched a housing lottery for 150 units in a mixed-use building located at 2-33 50th Ave. in Long Island City. Known as Jasper Hunter’s Point Apartments,… Read more »
LaGuardia Community College announces new President’s Society cohort
Oct. 23, 2024 By sobrien Oct. 23, 2024 By Shane O’Brien LaGuardia Community College/CUNY has announced the 2024/25 cohort for its President’s Society, a leader program designed to prepare high-potential students for success in the modern-day workforce. The new cohort consists of 28 students who have been recognized for their academic excellence or leadership on… Read more »
Furry ghouls set to take over Long Island City on Nov. 2 for Halloween Pet Parade
Oct. 23, 2024 By sobrien Oct. 23, 2024 By Shane O’Brien TF Cornerstone will present its first-ever Halloween Pet Parade in Long Island City at the beginning of November, giving pet owners a chance to dress their furry companions in the Halloween spirit. The Halloween Pet Parade, presented in partnership with Culture Lab LIC and… Read more »