September 30, By Hannah Wulkan
Construction has begun on a $1 million revamp of Sean’s Place Playground in Astoria.
The renovation of the playground, which is located on 38th Street between 31st Avenue and Broadway, was announced in 2014.…
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Transportation group to meet next week in Astoria to discuss bicycle safety and possible infrastructure changes
September 29, By Hannah Wulkan
Neighborhood bicyclists will gather to discuss possible improvements to Astoria’s bike and pedestrian infrastructure next week.
Transportation Alternatives, an advocacy group that supports pedestrian, bicycle, and public transportation solutions, is holding a workshop on Wednesday October 5 at the Bohemian Hall at 29-19 24th Avenue to identify changes that are needed for cyclist and pedestrian safety.…
Local council members sponsor legislation requiring increased use of biodiesel
September 29, By Hannah Wulkan
The City Council voted to make the city greener yesterday by increasing the use of biodiesel in home heating oil.
Local Council Members Costa Constantinides, Jimmy Van Bramer, and Julissa Ferreras-Copeland sponsored the bill along with over 30 other Council Members,…
City Examiner can’t determine the cause of Astoria flight attendant’s death
September 27, By Hannah Wulkan
The City’s Medical Examiner has declared that the cause and manner of death of Sierra Shields, an Astoria flight attendant who went missing eight months ago and who’s body was found on the banks of Rikers Island several weeks ago,…
DOT puts bike lanes down on 31st Avenue, ignoring Community Board’s objections
September 27, By Hannah Wulkan
The Department of Transportation has begun installing bike lanes on 31st Avenue through Astoria and Woodside, despite Community Board 1’s strong objections.
The DOT began painting lines for the bike lane earlier this month,…
Three additional stories to be added to Broadway building
September 26, By Hannah Wulkan
The owner of a one-story building on Broadway in Astoria has filed for permits to expand and add three stories to the existing structure.
The building, located at 38-02 Broadway next to the Raven’s Head Public House,…
Citi Bike to expand into Astoria sometime next year, according to Community Board
September 26, By Hannah Wulkan
Citi Bike will be rolling in to Astoria sometime next year.
Community Board 1 announced on Twitter and Facebook that Citi Bike will be coming to the district following a meeting it had with the Department of Transportation earlier today.…
NYPD: Two men impersonate cops, then rob victims in Astoria/LIC
September 26, Staff Report
Police are searching for two men in connection to a string of robberies earlier in the month, which spanned from Manhattan to western Queens.
The two suspects allegedly drove around in a white van and then impersonated police officers to pull victims over to the side of the road,…
Three Local Venues Offer Presidential Debate Parties
September 23, By Hannah Wulkan
Whether looking for a serious political discussion or some lighthearted mockery to pair with the first presidential debate on Monday night, several local establishments have you covered with watch parties.
The events will showcase the candidates going head to head on TV for the first time but with comedians,…
Another Steinway Street Property Likely to be Developed
September 23, Staff Report
Steinway Street will soon see more construction as the development boom continues.
A 3-story mixed-use building located at 31-53 and 31-55 Steinway Street in Astoria was bought by a real estate development company for $7,450,000 in July.…