Author: michaeldorgan

VIDEO: 81-Year-old Man Violently Beaten and Robbed in Jackson Heights Friday

Sept. 26, 2022 By Michael Dorgan  Police have released a shocking video of two suspects violently beating an 81-year-old man in Jackson Heights last week – before making off with the victim’s cell phone and $15 cash. The unsettling footage shows the two hooded muggers shoving the senior to the sidewalk outside BQE Billiards &… Read more »

Video of Fire Truck Stuck on 34th Avenue in Jackson Heights Sparks More Debate About Open Streets Initiative

Sept. 22, 2022 By Michael Dorgan A video posted online showing an FDNY fire truck failing to maneuver a turn on 34th Avenue in Jackson Heights has intensified the dispute between advocates and opponents of the avenue’s Open Streets initiative. The video, which was posted to Twitter Saturday, shows a firetruck traveling westbound on 34th… Read more »

Cast Members From Broadway’s Top Shows to Perform at Free Event in Astoria Friday

Sept. 22, 2022 By Michael Dorgan Stars from some of Broadway’s current top musicals will take to the stage in a free special event in Astoria Friday. The family-friendly event, called Broadway in the Boros, will feature current cast members and musicians from hit shows such as Wicked, SIX, and Beetlejuice performing live, rain or shine. The… Read more »

New Indoor Golf and Entertainment Facility Set to Open on Jackson Avenue

Sept. 22, 2022 By Michael Dorgan It’s nearly tee-off time in LIC! A new indoor golf and entertainment facility is set to open on Jackson Avenue later this year. Five Iron Golf, which will offer golf simulators combined with a bar area, will open in late October or early November at the Prime Building —… Read more »

Astoria Man Arrested for Fatal Hit-and-Run of 5-Year-Old Boy in East Elmhurst

Sept. 21, 2022 By Michael Dorgan The police have nabbed an alleged hit-and-run driver who was wanted for fatally striking a 5-year-old boy in East Elmhurst earlier this month. Xavier Carchipulla, 40, of Astoria, was arrested and charged Wednesday with leaving the scene of a fatal crash and driving without a license—after he allegedly plowed… Read more »